Operative Executive and Leadership Team

Michael Napodano, the Chief Executive Officer at Operative, directs the overarching corporate strategy to modernize media advertising workflows. By aligning product development with the evolving needs of global media organizations, Napodano ensures the company maintains a competitive edge in digital and linear revenue automation. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to drive long-term growth and market expansion. Michael Napodano oversees the integration of content rights management tools into the broader portfolio, ensuring clients achieve superior operational efficiency. Through rigorous focus on customer outcomes, the Chief Executive Officer fosters a culture of innovation that supports the entire media ecosystem. By prioritizing scalable solutions, Napodano secures the company's position as a primary partner for the world's top media entities, ultimately delivering consistent value to stakeholders while navigating complex industry shifts across international markets.

Hanan Aharoni, the Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer at Operative, manages the financial health and internal operational efficiency of the organization. Overseeing fiscal planning and resource allocation, Aharoni ensures the company maintains the stability required to support rapid growth in media technology. This dual role involves streamlining internal processes to improve productivity across all departments. Hanan Aharoni collaborates with the executive team to monitor performance metrics and optimize the delivery of advertising and content solutions. By implementing rigorous financial controls, the Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer supports the strategic objectives of the business. Aharoni drives operational excellence, ensuring that the company's infrastructure effectively serves the needs of global media clients. Through careful management of assets and operational workflows, the Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer secures the resources necessary for sustained innovation and market leadership.

Ryan Bergen, the President at Operative, executes the day-to-day business operations and ensures the successful implementation of corporate strategy. Overseeing cross-functional teams, Bergen aligns internal efforts with the goal of automating digital and linear revenue workflows for media companies. This leadership role involves managing the execution of key initiatives that enhance the company's product portfolio and market presence. Ryan Bergen works closely with other C-suite leaders to ensure seamless coordination between sales, technology, and operations. By focusing on client success and service delivery, the President drives the adoption of content rights management tools across the industry. Bergen maintains a clear vision for operational growth, ensuring the company meets the evolving demands of media buyers. Through consistent oversight of business processes, the President supports the overall mission of making advertising and content work more effectively for the world's top media organizations.

Glen Ceniza, the Chief Technology Officer at Operative, architects the technical infrastructure supporting digital and linear advertising automation. Overseeing the engineering teams, Ceniza ensures the platform delivers high-performance workflows for media companies worldwide. This role involves managing the product roadmap to incorporate advanced content rights management features, directly impacting the efficiency of ad operations. Glen Ceniza collaborates with the executive team to align technical capabilities with market demands, ensuring the software remains robust and scalable. By driving innovation in cloud-based media solutions, the Chief Technology Officer optimizes the delivery of audience outcomes for buyers. Ceniza maintains a focus on technical excellence, ensuring the platform meets the rigorous standards of top-tier media organizations. Through strategic oversight of the development lifecycle, the Chief Technology Officer secures the technological foundation necessary for the company to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

David Dembowski, the Chief Revenue Officer at Operative, drives global sales initiatives to expand the footprint of advertising and content management solutions. Overseeing the commercial strategy, Dembowski ensures alignment between client needs and the company's comprehensive product portfolio. This leadership role involves managing relationships with the world's top media organizations to secure long-term partnerships. David Dembowski optimizes the sales funnel to accelerate revenue growth across digital and linear channels. By coordinating with marketing and product teams, the Chief Revenue Officer identifies new market opportunities and refines the value proposition for media buyers. Dembowski focuses on delivering measurable outcomes for clients, ensuring the company remains the preferred choice for ad operations automation. Through strategic market penetration and consistent revenue generation, the Chief Revenue Officer strengthens the company's financial position while supporting the broader mission of transforming media workflows on a global scale.