Vertiqal Studios Corp. Appoints Award-Winning Advertising and Marketing Executive Steven Moy to Board of Directors
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) announced that advertising and marketing executive Steven Moy joined its Board of Directors on October 7, 2025. Moy brings over 30 years of experience across advertising, technology, and digital transformation, including leadership roles as CEO of Barbarian and senior technology and regional leadership at R/GA, Isobar UK, and SapientNitro.
Moy’s track record includes expanding Barbarian with 14 new clients, launching new practices and a Warsaw office, and work for global brands such as McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung, and AT&T. Vertiqal said Moy will help scale U.S. growth, content distribution, programmatic inventory, managed services expansion, and engagement with 300 million young millennial and Gen Z audiences.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) ha annunciato che l'esecutivo pubblicità e marketing Steven Moy si è unito al suo Consiglio di Amministrazione il 7 ottobre 2025. Moy porta oltre 30 anni di esperienza nei settori pubblicità, tecnologia e trasformazione digitale, includendo ruoli di leadership come CEO di Barbarian e ruoli senior di tecnologia e leadership regionale presso R/GA, Isobar UK e SapientNitro.
Il track record di Moy include l'espansione di Barbarian con 14 nuovi clienti, l'avvio di nuove pratiche e di una sede a Varsavia, e lavori per marchi globali come McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung e AT&T. Vertiqal ha dichiarato che Moy aiuterà a far crescere la crescita negli Stati Uniti, la distribuzione dei contenuti, l'inventario programmatico, l'espansione dei servizi gestiti e l'interazione con 300 milioni di giovani pubblico millennial e Gen Z.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) anunció que el ejecutivo de publicidad y marketing Steven Moy se unió a su Junta Directiva el 7 de octubre de 2025. Moy aporta más de 30 años de experiencia en publicidad, tecnología y transformación digital, incluyendo roles de liderazgo como CEO de Barbarian y cargos tecnológicos y de liderazgo regional en R/GA, Isobar UK y SapientNitro.
El historial de Moy incluye expandir Barbarian con 14 nuevos clientes, lanzar nuevas prácticas y una oficina en Varsovia, y trabajos para marcas globales como McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung y AT&T. Vertiqal afirmó que Moy ayudará a escalar el crecimiento en EE. UU., la distribución de contenido, el inventario programático, la expansión de servicios gestionados y la interacción con 300 millones de jóvenes audiencias millennial y Gen Z.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF)는 광고 및 마케팅 임원 Steven Moy가 2025년 10월 7일 이사회에 합류했다고 발표했습니다. Moy는 30년이 넘는 광고, 기술 및 디지털 트랜스포메이션 분야의 경험을 보유하고 있으며 Barbarian의 CEO 및 R/GA, Isobar UK, SapientNitro의 기술 및 지역 리더십과 같은 리더십 역할을 맡아왔습니다.
Moy의 실적은 Barbarian를 14명의 신규 클라이언트로 확장하고, 새로운 실무를 출시하고 바르샤바 사무소를 열었으며 McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung, AT&T와 같은 글로벌 브랜드를 위한 작업을 포함합니다. Vertiqal은 Moy가 미국 내 성장 확대, 콘텐츠 유통, 프로그램 가능한 인벤토리, 매니지드 서비스 확장, 3억 명의 젊은 밀레니얼 및 Gen Z 시청자와의 참여에 도움을 줄 것이라고 밝혔습니다.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) a annoncé que le cadre publicitaire et marketing Steven Moy a rejoint son conseil d'administration le 7 octobre 2025. Moy apporte plus de 30 ans d'expérience dans la publicité, la technologie et la transformation numérique, notamment des postes de direction en tant que CEO de Barbarian et des responsabilités en technologie et leadership régional chez R/GA, Isobar UK et SapientNitro.
Le parcours de Moy inclut l'expansion de Barbarian avec 14 nouveaux clients, le lancement de nouvelles practices et d'un bureau à Varsovie, et des travaux pour des marques mondiales telles que McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung et AT&T. Vertiqal a déclaré que Moy aidera à accélérer la croissance aux États-Unis, la distribution de contenu, l'inventaire programmatique, l'expansion des services gérés et l'engagement avec 300 millions de jeunes audiences millennial et Gen Z.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) gab bekannt, dass der Werbe- und Marketingmanager Steven Moy am 7. Oktober 2025 dem Vorstand beigetreten ist. Moy verfügt über mehr als 30 Jahre Erfahrung in Werbung, Technologie und digitaler Transformation, darunter Führungsrollen als CEO von Barbarian und leitende Positionen in Technologie und regionaler Führung bei R/GA, Isobar UK und SapientNitro.
Moys Bilanz umfasst die Erweiterung von Barbarian um 14 neue Kunden, die Einführung neuer Practices und eines Warschau-Büros sowie Arbeiten für globale Marken wie McDonald's, Marvel, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Samsung und AT&T. Vertiqal sagte, Moy werde dazu beitragen, das US-Wachstum zu skalieren, Content-Distribution, programmatischen Inventory, Erweiterung der Managed Services und die Interaktion mit 300 Millionen jungen Millennials und Gen Z-Publikum zu unterstützen.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) أعلنت أن التنفيذي في الإعلانات والتسويق Steven Moy انضم إلى مجلس إدارتها في 7 أكتوبر 2025. يجلب Moy أكثر من 30 عامًا من الخبرة عبر الإعلان، التكنولوجيا والتحول الرقمي، بما في ذلك أدوار قيادية كرئيس تنفيذي لـ Barbarian وأدوار تقنية وقيادية إقليمية في R/GA، Isobar UK وSapientNitro.
يشمل سجل Moy توسيع Barbarian بــ 14 عميلًا جديدًا، إطلاق ممارسات جديدة ومكتب في وارسو، وأعمال لعلامات تجارية عالمية مثل ماكدونلدز، مارفل، جونسون آند جونسون، أمريكان إكسبريس، سامسونج وAT&T. قالت Vertiqal إن Moy سيساعد في توسيع النمو الأميركي، وتوزيع المحتوى، ومخزون البرمجيات، وتوسيع الخدمات المدارة، والتفاعل مع 300 مليون جمهور من جيل الألفية وجيل Z.
Vertiqal Studios (VERTF) 宣布，广告与营销高管 Steven Moy 于 2025 年 10 月 7 日加入其董事会。Moy 在广告、科技与数字化转型领域拥有超过 30 年 的经验，曾担任 Barbarian 的首席执行官，以及在 R/GA、Isobar UK 与 SapientNitro 的技术与区域领导等管理职务。
Moy 的业绩包括将 Barbarian 扩展至 14 个新客户、推出新业务领域并在华沙设立办公室，以及为全球品牌如麦当劳、漫威、强生、American Express、三星和 AT&T 等提供服务。Vertiqal 表示 Moy 将有助于在美国扩大增长、内容分发、程序化广告库存、托管服务的扩张，以及与 3 亿 的千禧一代和 Z 世代受众互动。
- 30+ years of advertising and technology leadership
- 300 million young millennials/Gen Z audience reach cited
- Led Barbarian expansion adding 14 new clients
- Experience with major brands including McDonald's, Marvel, American Express
- None.
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - October 7, 2025) - Vertiqal Studios Corp. (TSX: VRTS) (FSE: 9PY0) ("Vertiqal" or the "Company"), a leading digital-channel network and video-production studio, as well as the owner of North America's largest gaming and lifestyle network on social media, is pleased to announce that award-winning advertising and marketing C-suite executive Steven Moy has joined its Board of Directors.
With over three decades of experience in advertising, technology, and digital transformation, Mr. Moy brings a rare combination of strategic vision, technical acumen, and deep industry relationships that will help guide Vertiqal's next phase of growth.
"Vertiqal is at a pivotal moment in its evolution, expanding content distribution and programmatic guaranteed inventory, with managed services growing as our remit with clients expands well beyond gaming. Steven's connectivity and intelligence will be a valuable asset to my team and me," said Jon Dwyer, Chairman & CEO of Vertiqal Studios. "His capacity to bridge tech, creativity, and business growth aligns exactly with the direction we're heading."
Steven Moy: A Profile in Leadership & Transformation
Steven Moy is well known in the agency and media world for his ability to lead digitally empowered growth across global brands and organizations. Zippia+4Executive Board | Fast Company+4adobo Magazine Online+4
Some highlights from his extensive career include:
- In 2019, Moy was appointed CEO of Barbarian (part of Cheil Worldwide). Branding in Asia+3mediapost.com+3adobo Magazine Online+3
- Prior to that, he served as EVP & U.S. Chief Technology Officer at R/GA, where he was responsible for monetizing technology partnerships and investments globally. adobo Magazine Online+3Adweek+3mediapost.com+3
- Earlier roles include CEO of Isobar UK and Regional Vice President at SapientNitro (Northeast U.S.), where he led strategy and business transformation efforts. Branding in Asia+2Executive Board | Fast Company+2
- Over his career, Moy has driven large-scale transformation and digital initiatives for a number of globally recognized brands, such as McDonald's, Marvel, Shiseido, Johnson & Johnson, CVS Health, American Express, Samsung, AT&T, and others. mediapost.com+3Executive Board | Fast Company+3Branding in Asia+3
- Under his leadership, Barbarian expanded significantly: adding 14 new clients (e.g. American Express, Cetaphil, K-Y, Emergent Holdings), launching new business practices (including consulting), opening a global office in Warsaw, and earning inclusion in Campaign's 40 Over 40 list. Zippia+2adobo Magazine Online+2
- His influence is also recognized by industry awards: Moy has been named a Campaign A-Lister, and his leadership work has earned FastCompany's World Changing Idea recognition. Executive Board | Fast Company+1
- Mr Moy holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Northeastern, an M.S. in Computer Science from UMass, and an M.B.A. In Marketing from Boston University
"Vertiqal Studios has the capability to engage over 300 million young millennials and Gen Z audiences by delivering original content at scale across various platforms, including social media, live streaming, and live shopping. This intersection of social and commerce creates a strong demand, supported by publisher insights that guide agency actions," said Moy. "I am excited to assist the board and executive team in unlocking additional opportunities in the U.S., navigating the agency-media landscape, and helping us scale sustainably and with integrity."
Vertiqal Studios looks forward to welcoming Steven Moy's contributions as it continues to build its owned-and-operated network, deepen client relationships, and drive cross-border growth.
About Vertiqal Studios
Vertiqal Studios, owners of North America's largest gaming and lifestyle network on social media, is a leading digital-channel network and video and content production studio. The company specializes in the creation and distribution of viral videos for brands and advertisers to create always-on digital strategies that live authentically in Gen Z and Millennial culture. Vertiqal Studios partners with leading brands to develop strategic solutions, creative ideation, and content production, while also providing distribution and amplification through its Owned & Operated channels - all delivered with boutique, white-glove service. Its expertise lies with managing over 140 channels across TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat, while producing over 100+ pieces of content a day for a growing audience of 52 million-plus followers. For more information and to join our email subscriber list for direct press releases and newsletters, visit https://vertiqalstudios.com/.
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