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Multiple companies founded and scaled

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About Zack.

Zack Dugow is a visionary entrepreneur, investor, and keynote speaker recognized for building industry-defining companies at the intersection of technology, media, and advertising.

As the Founder and CEO of The COOL Company (Cool.co), Zack has led the business to become one of the fastest-growing independent ad tech companies in the world. Under his leadership, Cool.co delivers cutting-edge solutions across AI-powered media buying, dynamic creative optimization (DCO), and advanced attribution for CTV and digital channels.

Serving Fortune 500 brands, top agencies, and the world’s most innovative marketers, Cool.co has become a trusted partner for companies seeking to scale their advertising impact while staying culturally relevant.

The company’s success has earned repeated recognition on the Inc. 5000 list for eight consecutive years, with 144% growth in the most recent year, as well as numerous industry accolades celebrating both its innovation and performance.

Zack’s Vision

The future of advertising is not about impressions—it’s about intelligence. Zack believes the next era of marketing belongs to those who can harness AI-driven insights, creativity, and data transparency to deliver truly personalized experiences.

His vision is simple yet ambitious: to help brands unlock growth by building technology that connects culture, creativity, and commerce at scale.

Why Leaders Turn To Zack

When growth stalls:

➡ Marketing efficiency is declining, and media spend isn’t scaling profitably.

➡ Legacy attribution models fail to capture today’s complex consumer journey.

➡ Existing vendors overpromise and underdeliver.

When innocation is required:

➡ Brands need AI-driven creative optimization to stay relevant.

➡ Teams struggle to activate data across fragmented platforms.

➡ Campaign results demand fresh, high-impact strategies.

When credibility matters:

➡ Zack brings proven experience building a 9-figure revenue business from the ground up.

➡ He shares real-world lessons—not abstract theories—on scaling technology companies.

➡ His advice resonates with executives, entrepreneurs, and investors alike.

The Entrepreneurial Journey

Zack’s career has been defined by resilience and vision. From founding his first company at a young age to scaling Cool.co into a global ad tech leader, he has consistently challenged conventional wisdom and proven that bold ideas paired with disciplined execution create outsized results.

His story is not just about success, but about perseverance through setbacks—navigating challenges with investors, rebuilding from missteps, and turning adversity into growth. This journey fuels his reputation as a transparent, authentic leader who shares both victories and lessons learned.

Investor & Advisor

Beyond running Cool.co, Zack actively invests in and advises growth-stage companies. He seeks out founders with bold missions, strong teams, and the grit to execute.

As a member of YPO he leverages his global network to connect entrepreneurs with resources, capital, and mentorship.

If you’re scaling a company with a transformational vision, Zack is particularly interested in opportunities where his expertise in technology, advertising, and growth strategy can accelerate impact.