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    David Bloom

    Strategist

    David Bloom is the Founder and CEO of Words & Deeds Media LLC, a company he established in June 2020 based in Santa Monica, California.1 With over three decades of experience in journalism, strategy, education, and communications, Bloom has built a diverse career spanning media, technology, and entertainment industries.

    Professional Experience

    Words & Deeds Media LLC

    As the Founder and CEO, Bloom provides consulting, content creation, and communications/content strategy services for a wide variety of clients.1 This role allows him to leverage his extensive experience in media and technology.

    Forbes

    Since May 2018, Bloom has been a Senior Contributor at Forbes, writing about the intersection of technology, media, and Hollywood.1 His areas of expertise include:

    • Media consolidation
    • Online video
    • Streaming services (SVOD/AVOD/TVOD)
    • Online influencers and influencer marketing
    • Video gaming and esports
    • Branded content and advertising
    • Augmented/virtual/mixed reality
    • Location-based entertainment
    • Audio and podcasting

    Other Notable Roles

    • Columnist at Tubefilter: Since June 2016, writing a weekly column on tech and entertainment convergence.1
    • Host and Producer of Bloom in Tech podcast: Focusing on conversations with innovators in media, entertainment, technology, and related fields.1
    • Columnist at TVRev.com: Writing about the collision of technology and entertainment since January 2016.1
    • Communications Strategist: Advising companies on communications strategy, media strategy, and content creation since April 2008.1

    Education and Teaching

    Bloom has also contributed to education in the field:

    • Instructor at USC School of Cinematic Arts: Taught a class on digital media impacts on traditional Hollywood for undergraduate students (January-May 2018).1

    Industry Involvement

    David Bloom is actively involved in various industry organizations:

    • Member of the Board of Advisors for VFX Voice: Providing perspective for the publication of the VFX Society.1
    • Former Board Member at Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator: Advised portfolio companies on communications and social-media strategy (2011-2013).1

    David Bloom's career demonstrates a deep understanding of the evolving media landscape, particularly in how technology is reshaping entertainment and communication industries.

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    Experience

    Strategist, Self-employed (October 2020 - Present)
    Global Head of Currency Strategy at HSBC (June 2005 - October 2020), Global Head of FX Research at HSBC (April 2005 - October 2020)

    Education

    Masters in Economics from Birkbeck, University of London (1990 - 1992), Honors Degree in Economics, Majors in Economics and Politics from University of the Witwatersrand (1984 - 1987)

    Location

    Los Angeles Metropolitan Area