Joseph Akbrud
About Joseph Akbrud
Joseph Akbrud is a Senior Director of Product Management at VidMob, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in product management, having held positions at notable companies such as Meredith Corporation, CBS Interactive, and BAMTECH Media.
Work at VidMob
Joseph Akbrud currently serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at VidMob, a position he has held since 2024. Based in New York, New York, he has been with the company for seven months. In this role, he focuses on driving product-led growth through strategic insights and agile execution. Prior to this, he worked as the Director of Product Management at VidMob from 2021 to 2024, where he contributed to various successful platform launches that enhanced user engagement.
Previous Experience
Before joining VidMob, Joseph Akbrud held several positions in product management. He worked at Meredith Corporation as Associate Director of Product from 2018 to 2021. His earlier experience includes a five-year tenure at CBS Interactive, where he served as Product Manager for CBS News Digital from 2011 to 2016, and as Associate Product Manager for Community from 2010 to 2011. He also worked at BAMTECH Media as Business Manager for Partner Solutions for one year in 2016-2017.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Akbrud earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media Studies/Digital Media from Hunter College, where he studied from 2004 to 2009. He also completed his high school education at Abraham Lincoln High School, graduating with a Regents Diploma in 2004. His expertise includes integrating generative AI within the creative and media sectors, as well as leveraging product leadership and technical skills to address complex challenges.
Background
Joseph Akbrud has a diverse background that spans various roles in product management and leadership. He began his career as a Dispatcher at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett from 2006 to 2010. His career trajectory includes significant positions that have allowed him to develop a strong foundation in product management, particularly in digital media and technology sectors.
Achievements in Product Management
Throughout his career, Joseph Akbrud has been involved in numerous successful platform launches that have led to significant increases in user engagement. His approach combines product leadership with technical expertise, allowing him to effectively drive product-led growth in the organizations he has worked with.