Marc Gartenberg
About Marc Gartenberg
Marc Gartenberg serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at VentureBeat, where he employs a collaborative sales strategy and focuses on building trusted relationships. He has extensive experience in business development and sales, having held various roles at notable organizations including Dow Jones, The Economist Group, and Hearst.
Current Role at VentureBeat
Marc Gartenberg serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at VentureBeat, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he employs a collaborative approach and systematic prospecting in his sales strategy. He focuses on selling custom digital campaigns and integrated marketing solutions to leading business and technology brands. Gartenberg also provides cross-departmental input to refine positioning and adapt to new market opportunities.
Previous Experience at The Economist Group
Prior to his current role, Marc Gartenberg worked at The Economist Group for a total of seven years. He held the position of Director of Business Development for the Technology Sector in the Americas from 2016 to 2020. Before that, he was a Senior Business Development Manager from 2013 to 2016. His experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in business development within the technology sector.
Career Background in Sales and Marketing
Marc Gartenberg has extensive experience in sales and marketing, having worked in various roles across notable companies. He was the Associate Publisher for Sales at Dow Jones from 2010 to 2012 and previously held similar positions at Hearst and AOL. His career began at Time Inc. as a Sales Development Manager from 1997 to 1999. This diverse background has equipped him with a strong foundation in sales strategies and client relationship management.
Education and Academic Background
Marc Gartenberg studied at Syracuse University, where he attended the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree, which provided him with a solid educational foundation for his career in communications, sales, and business development.
Professional Skills and Approach
Marc Gartenberg possesses an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong attention to detail. He is known for his passion for 'client delight' and building trusted senior-level relationships. His systematic prospecting and collaborative approach are key components of his sales strategy, enabling him to effectively navigate the complexities of business partnerships.