IZEA Appoints Frank Carvalho as EVP, Sales and Marketing

Carvalho to Lead Sales and Marketing Strategy, Driving Growth and Innovation in the Creator Economy

IZEA Appoints Frank Carvalho as EVP of Sales and Marketing

ORLANDO, Fla., March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of influencer marketing solutions for the Creator Economy, announced today the appointment of Frank Carvalho as Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing. Carvalho, a seasoned marketing leader with a track record of driving growth and innovation, joins IZEA after serving as Chief Marketing Officer at Foap, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s global footprint and strengthening partnerships with major social platforms.

Carvalho brings more than 30 years of global, award-winning experience in marketing, sales, and digital transformation. His passion for impactful brand strategies and fostering collaboration among creators, partners, and brands—along with his experience across key industry verticals—will be a key factor in IZEA’s efforts to drive growth. He has held leadership roles on both the agency side, including at Leo Burnett and Publicis Groupe, and on the client side with brands such as Coca-Cola, Merck, and Vodafone, where he led large-scale marketing initiatives that shaped traditional, digital, and social engagement strategies.

“Frank’s impressive background in marketing, sales, and the agency business model—combined with his deep understanding of social platforms and the Creator Economy—will help push IZEA to new heights,” said Patrick Venetucci, CEO of IZEA. “His leadership will accelerate our momentum, strengthen client partnerships, and help us continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients, partners, and creators. He will play a key role in our mission to light up the Creator Economy with IZEAs!”

“In today’s dynamic Creator Economy, authentic brand engagement has never been more important,” said Carvalho. “IZEA has been a trailblazer in this industry, and I’m thrilled to join the team to drive continued innovation and expand our impact. By deepening partnerships and enhancing IZEA’s position in the market, we will continue to empower creators, platforms, and brands to thrive worldwide.”

Carvalho holds an MBA from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, and the European Business School in Germany. Throughout his global career, he has been recognized for his contributions to digital marketing, brand innovation, and consumer engagement, serving as a driving force for positive change in the industry.

About IZEA Worldwide, Inc.

IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (“IZEA”), is a Creator Economy solutions company that enables brands to collaborate and transact with the full spectrum of today’s top social influencers and content creators. The company serves as a champion for the growing Creator Economy, enabling individuals to monetize their content, creativity, and influence. IZEA launched the industry’s first-ever influencer marketing platform in 2006 and has since facilitated nearly 4 million transactions between online buyers and sellers. The company has worked with leading brands and agencies across industries, including half of the Fortune 50, to increase digital engagement, diversify brand voice, scale content production, and drive a measurable return on investment.

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