David A. Steinberg is the CEO and Co-Founder of Zeta Global Holdings Corp. With a strong foundation in Business Administration from UC Berkeley, Steinberg brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously founded InPhonic and served as CEO...

David A. Steinberg is the CEO and Co-Founder of Zeta Global Holdings Corp. With a strong foundation in Business Administration from UC Berkeley, Steinberg brings a wealth of experience to the table, having previously founded InPhonic and served as CEO of Sterling Cellular. Under his leadership, Zeta has seen significant growth, particularly after its IPO which Steinberg navigated successfully. His compensation package reflects this achievement, hitting a total of over $20 million in 2022, which included performance-based bonuses. Steinberg's hands-on approach has not only made him a key figure at Zeta but has also contributed to the company’s innovative edge in the tech-driven marketing scene. He holds substantial shares in the company, placing his financial interests closely aligned with its success. Throughout his tenure, he has driven the company's vision and operational strategy, positioning it to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. Outside of work, he engages with the community through various ventures, including his role as chair in significant investment firms.

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David A. Steinberg

Founder and Ex-CEO of Zeta Global Holdings

Education

B.S. in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Technology

Born

June 1, 1973 - 52 years ago

CEO of Zeta Global Holdings for

9 years 1 month (May 2013 - Jun 2022)

Previous Experience

Founder and CEO of Zeta Interactive, COO of Zeta Global Holdings

Rivals

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Holdings

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David Steinberg holds a significant amount of shares in Zeta Global Holdings, making him a major stakeholder with around 3.02 million shares of Class A stock and full control over 31.72 million Class B shares, totaling a powerful 61.2% of...

David Steinberg holds a significant amount of shares in Zeta Global Holdings, making him a major stakeholder with around 3.02 million shares of Class A stock and full control over 31.72 million Class B shares, totaling a powerful 61.2% of total voting power. At the end of 2022, the market value of his holdings soared to approximately $142.6 million, highlighting a strong increase in the company's value since his IPO leadership. Notably, his shares include a mix of performance-based and restricted stocks, showing a commitment to long-term growth rather than short-term gain. The fluctuations in his holdings reflect the volatile market conditions but underline his strategic position in the firm’s growth trajectory.

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shares

ZETA @ $13.86

Charitable Transactions

ZETA

3,219,708 shares

ZETA

Recent Charitable Transactions

ZETA

888,204 shares

ZETA

Dec 12, 2024

Charity

ZETA

367,812 shares

ZETA

Aug 9, 2024

Charity

ZETA

601,050 shares

ZETA

May 22, 2024

Charity

ZETA

673,760 shares

ZETA

Nov 22, 2023

Charity

ZETA

164,083 shares

ZETA

Sep 1, 2023

Charity

ZETA

444 shares

ZETA

Jul 21, 2023

Charity

Insider Trading

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ZETA

4,857 shares

ZETA

Dec 12, 2024

Charity

ZETA

888,204 shares

ZETA

Dec 12, 2024

Charity

ZETA

$1.03M

ZETA at $19.24/share

Nov 18, 2024

Purchase

ZETA

367,812 shares

ZETA

Aug 9, 2024

Charity

ZETA

59,420 shares

ZETA

Aug 9, 2024

Charity

ZETA

601,050 shares

ZETA

May 22, 2024

Charity

ZETA

673,760 shares

ZETA

Nov 22, 2023

Charity

ZETA

206,044 shares

ZETA

Nov 15, 2023

Received

ZETA

164,083 shares

ZETA

Sep 1, 2023

Charity

ZETA

444 shares

ZETA

Jul 21, 2023

Charity

Compensation History

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In 2022, David Steinberg earned a total compensation of $20.7 million, which included a base salary of $750,000 and a bonus of $475,000 tied to the company's impressive performance against financial goals. The substantial total is notable, especially considering a major part of it came from performance-based incentives granted after a successful IPO. His compensation structure highlights a focus on aligning his interests with the company’s success, as it directly correlates with revenue growth and profit margins exceeding the budget. Steinberg's strategy emphasizes the importance of financial and operational performance, leading to lucrative discretionary bonuses that reward not just personal achievement but also the overall health of Zeta Global.

Year

2022

Total Compensation

$1.64M

Salary

$750.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aligns with company performance, peer benchmarking, and retention strategies, focusing on rewarding executives for achieving financial and operational performance metrics.

Bonus

$475.00K

Board Justification

Discretionary bonuses granted in recognition of the achievement of revenue and profit goals that exceeded the Company’s 2022 financial budget.

Other

$415.66K

Board Justification

Includes the cost of maintaining an apartment for corporate purposes, certain club membership fees, and executive concierge services as part of Mr. Steinberg’s health insurance coverage.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 RSU)

Board Justification

No stock was reported as vested in 2022 for the CEO in this section.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the CEO's compensation included revenue and profit goals that exceeded the Company’s 2022 financial budget.

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