News
January 16, 2026
‘JG believed that even in a demanding industry, it was possible to lead with both rigor and humanity’
“John led OpenX with a steady hand and an uncommon decency, and to know him was to know that he was one of the good guys. The outpouring of love for the man following his passing is a testament to that. In an industry riddled with egos and hidden agendas, John was someone who wanted to see others thrive. He made himself accessible at the trickiest moments and never treated people as stepping stones.” — Digiday Editors
