Lou Paglia

Lou Paglia is a prominent figure in the trust and safety sector, currently serving as the President at Sterling. With a rich educational background that includes an MBA from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a BBA from James Madison University, Lou has amassed a wealth of experience in various leadership positions within Sterling and other renowned organizations. Prior to his current role, he held key positions such as President, Chief Innovation Officer, EVP Ventures, and Chief Product Officer & Co-Founder at Sterling.

Before joining Sterling, Lou Paglia honed his skills and expertise in product management and technology through roles such as SVP, Product & Technology, Small & Medium Business at Infogroup; VP, Product - Scenic, Global Digital Media at MTV Networks; SVP, Product at SnagAJob.com; and Director of Product Management, Dow Jones Factiva at Dow Jones & Company, Inc. Among his other impressive roles are Vice President at Primedia Internet Group, where he played a pivotal role in the acquisition of About.com in 2000, and Director/Vice President of Product Management at About.com. Lou Paglia's career journey began as a Programmer at Dun & Bradstreet, showcasing his diverse skill set and adaptability across industries.