Global Head of Ad Innovation at Acast, Elli Dimitroulakos works with ad tech experts, governing bodies, agencies and brands to drive innovation and programmatic adaptation in podcasting. Elli also oversees the localized programmatic strategy and partnerships in North America, enabling advertisers to effectively and efficiently use programmatic technology to purchase premium podcast inventory across Acast’s more than 92K shows.

Elli's career spans more than 15 years in media, where she spearheaded innovation and growth strategies for emerging platforms, automation, and data products within TV, display, CTV and now podcasting. Elli has been awarded for her success in championing programmatic including: 2022 Top Women in Media and Ad Tech presented by AdExchanger, 2021 Top Women in Media presented by Folio: and AdMonsters, 2021 Chief Marketer and AdExchanger Top Women in Marketing. Elli is also a member of Chief, the only private membership network connecting and supporting female executive leaders.