Stephen Adds

๐Ÿš€ Entrepreneurial Leader | Multiple Ad-Network Exits | ex-Yahoo & Techstars Consultant | Search Arbitrage Veteran Since 2007 โ€“ RSoC, YSM | Now Innovating in CareTech

Hitchin, England, United Kingdom

About

Experience

  • Managing Director at Personally
    2013 - Present ยท 13 yrs 6 mos

    Started in 2013, Personally is one of the fastest growing agencies. We're not a typical agency, we're formed of both ex-Yahoo/Google/Facebook engineers (people who actually worked on the ad platforms we use every day) and former price-comparison owners/advertisers who understand 'bang for buck' marketing and how to achieve the best results for the least amount of spend. We also largely work on a performance basis, we don't believe customers should pay based upon account spend when their goals are left unfulfilled. If this sounds like a company you'd like to work for or with, get in touch.

  • Co-Founder/COO at Adflare.com
    Apr 2016 - Dec 2022 ยท 6 yrs 9 mos

    I played a key role in building and scaling my second, but most successful, digital advertising network. I managed day-to-day operations, publisher relationships, and revenue growth while ensuring the seamless delivery of ad campaigns. I also built the initial platform using Prebid and Google Ads Manager (formerly DFP), working across a variety of formats, including shopping, search, video, and traditional display. This diverse approach helped us drive exceptional results for publishers and advertisers alike. My experience at Adflare has given me a deep understanding of digital monetisation strategies and the importance of innovation in a competitive market. Adflare was successfully sold to Eva (GOAI).

  • Director of Growth/Shareholder at Moni Technologies
    Apr 2013 - Jan 2014 ยท 10 mos

    I was responsible for driving the adoption of mobile technology to disrupt the remittance market. My focus was on expanding the business through strategic partnerships, scaling user acquisition, and leveraging mobile solutions to revolutionize cross-border money transfers. By championing mobile technology, we aimed to create a faster, more cost-effective, and user-friendly remittance experience. Company sold.

  • Co-Founder/Investor at AdZouk
    Dec 2010 - Jan 2014 ยท 3 yrs 2 mos

    Successful exit January 2014.

  • London Summer Program at TechStars
    Jul 2013 - Sep 2013 ยท 3 mos

    The accelerator, made famous by the TV series on Bloomberg, was an opportunity to meet, work and collaborate with some of the most influential business people of our time.