Doug French

Co-founder, Director of Editorial and Programming at Dad 2.0

Doug French is a prominent dad blogger who started his blogging journey with 'Laid-Off Dad' in 2003. His work has been highlighted in notable publications like The New York Times, Slate, and The Huffington Post. Additionally, he has contributed to various parent-centric websites and blogging anthologies. Doug made history in 2008 by being the first man to speak at BlogHer. He is a seasoned speaker, offering insights on fatherhood, co-parenting, and engaging with modern men online. In 2011, he co-founded XY Media, LLC, the parent company of the Dad 2.0 Summit, where he currently holds the position of Director of Programming. This summit showcases the influence of dads in the online sphere and equips bloggers with tools to enhance their content and personal brands. Aside from his professional endeavors, Doug co-created 'When the Flames Go Up,' a blog on co-parenting, with his ex-wife. He resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan, with his two sons. You can stay updated on Doug's activities by following him on Twitter @mrdougfrench.