Optimism is an inbox-first digital media company with brands that reach millions of Americans every day. 

Optimism's portfolio consists of more than a dozen publications spanning a wide variety of topics. While the subject matter may vary (from travel to learning to news) all of Optimism's brands are united by a singular mission: to build a brighter web. This mission carries through to each and every one of Optimism's brands, all of which at their core aim to be nourishing and uplifting to their readers. This promise has allowed Optimism to build a powerful audience of millions of engaged subscribers who have made a habit of starting their day with Optimism.

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Nicholas Pardon

Shea Newton

Trina Parkin

Sylvia Baptista

Jason T.

Liz Barhydt

Amina Weidner

The Leadership Team at Optimism is responsible for steering the company towards its mission of building a brighter web. Comprising key roles such as the Principal Engineer + Cloud Architect, Chief Product Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and CEO, this team guides strategic decisions, oversees product innovation, manages financial health, and ensures operational excellence across all of Optimism's brands, fostering a nourishing and uplifting experience for millions of engaged subscribers.

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