Erik Yates

Erik Yates is an accomplished professional in the media and entertainment industry with extensive experience in brand partnerships and sales. Currently serving as a Brand Partnerships specialist at Complex NTWRK since December 2021, Erik previously held key positions such as Partnerships Director at G/O Media and Executive Director of Brand Partnerships at VALENCE MEDIA, which encompasses prominent brands like Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group and dick clark productions. Erik's earlier roles include VP of Sales at Mandatory Media, VP Sales at Fast Company, and various leadership positions at DuJour Media, Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone Magazine, and Men's Journal. Erik holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from Fordham University.