Alex Merutka

Alex Merutka is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in the technology and advertising sectors. As the CEO and Founder of Craftsman+, a creative studio and software company established in April 2018, Alex has spearheaded the development of a proprietary content engine that enhances rich media advertising and automates scaling across various platforms. Currently, Alex serves as Chairman of Odin Stem Cells, Founder of Node Ventures and Node Media, and is a member of YPO. Recognition includes being named in Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2021. Prior roles include Strategic Consultant and Head of Programmatic at AppLovin, where significant capital was raised, and Director of Sales at Conversant, a company acquired for $2.3 billion. Alex holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Business Management Systems and Technology Information Management from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and Business Management Economics from Università Bocconi.