Richard FitzGerald
Podcast Strategy Expert
CEO and Founder of Augustus Media
With over ten years in global media under my belt, as CEO and Founder of Augustus Media, I've learned to distill complex insights into actionable strategies. On my podcasts, which you can find on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Anghami, and Podeo, I share practical wisdom on how we've launched, grown, and profited from influential media platforms like Lovin' and Smashi. Being a go-to expert for discussions on media innovation, market expansion, and profitable content strategies, millions tune in because it's about real-world results, taking that expertise and making it useful for millions.
Hero fee
$
660
Location
Dubai, UAE
Language
English, Gaeilge
Bio
Richard Fitzgerald, CEO and Founder of Augustus Media is a media advertising leader with over a decade of experience across Ireland, England, and the UAE. After leading the Social Media department at Mindshare MENA, he ventured into a creative technology start-up, highlighting his versatility and entrepreneurial spirit. In 2015, he founded Augustus Media, a pioneering 'new media' company behind platforms like Lovin’ and Smashi. Starting with Lovin Dubai, the local news and entertainment channel is now live in 35+ cities across the Middle East and North Africa. In addition, Smashi TV, telling inspiring stories for the driver, the dreamers and the doers, covers 13 verticals including Smashi Sports, Smashi Business and Smashi Entertainment. Augustus Media received the 2022 Fast Company Most Innovative Companies award for AI in media. Richard continues to redefine storytelling in the UAE and KSA, solidifying his status as a modern media trendsetter. He manages media investments through Fitzy Fund.
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