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David Berzin
VP, Product and Technology, International at Hearst Magazines
David Berzin is a seasoned product builder, team leader, and player/coach with a wealth of experience in large-scale corporations and startups. He possesses a strong background in media, multi-customer platforms/SaaS, data products, and consumer health & wellness.
At Hearst Magazines International, David leads product and technology, overseeing international markets across the United Kingdom and Japan for esteemed brands like ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Car & Driver, and Men's Health, among others.
David has successfully established four venture-backed consumer healthcare product teams, emphasizing patient/provider/payer experiences, data investments, growth strategies, and innovative product development. Noteworthy projects include computer-vision + AI physical therapy solutions and sleep + behavior tracking apps.
During his tenure at MTV/Viacom, David spearheaded Social Media and Data Science product teams, launching pioneering multi-platform social experiences in partnership with Facebook and Twitter. He directed user data and business intelligence initiatives, and founded Viacom's inaugural Social Media Data team, leading to the creation of new products, patents, and substantial revenue generation.
David's contributions to digital innovation are evident in his role in launching the first video experiences on prominent websites like nytimes.com, whitehouse.gov, and other tier-1 digital properties.
David's educational background encompasses a Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan, studies at Stuyvesant High School, participation in the d.school Design Thinking Bootcamp at Stanford Graduate School of Business, completion of the Executive Management Program at Harvard Business School Executive Education, and training in Front End Development at General Assembly.
Having held varied roles such as VP, Product and Technology, International at Hearst Magazines, Owner & Product Advisor at NiceSalt, Chief Product Officer at Vori Health, Head of Product at Proper, and other key positions in reputable organizations, David Berzin showcases exceptional expertise and leadership across the product management spectrum.