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Matthew Henick

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Matthew Henick is currently focused on OEM partnerships at The Trade Desk in connection with Ventura OS, the company's connected TV operating system initiative designed to give publishers and advertisers more transparency and control in the streaming ecosystem. The Trade Desk developed Ventura as an independent CTV OS to reduce dependence on walled gardens and improve programmatic advertising outcomes across streaming platforms. Prior to joining The Trade Desk, Henick was known for his work in content strategy and media, most notably as Head of Content Strategy and Planning at Facebook, where he worked on video and content initiatives during a pivotal period for the platform's media ambitions. Before that, he held a senior content role at BuzzFeed, contributing to the company's growth as a digital media and entertainment publisher.

Last updated Oct 24, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Executive leading OEM partnerships (Ventura OS)
Company
The Trade Desk
Based
United States

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Years in industry
15 years

Bio

Matthew Henick is currently focused on OEM partnerships at The Trade Desk in connection with Ventura OS, the company's connected TV operating system initiative designed to give publishers and advertisers more transparency and control in the streaming ecosystem. The Trade Desk developed Ventura as an independent CTV OS to reduce dependence on walled gardens and improve programmatic advertising outcomes across streaming platforms. Prior to joining The Trade Desk, Henick was known for his work in content strategy and media, most notably as Head of Content Strategy and Planning at Facebook, where he worked on video and content initiatives during a pivotal period for the platform's media ambitions. Before that, he held a senior content role at BuzzFeed, contributing to the company's growth as a digital media and entertainment publisher.

Expertise & education

Expertise

Connected TV (CTV)OEM PartnershipsStreaming PlatformsContent StrategyProgrammatic AdvertisingDigital MediaPlatform Distribution

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Led content strategy and planning at Facebook during a key period of the platform's video and media expansion
  • Joined The Trade Desk to lead OEM partnerships for Ventura OS, a strategic CTV operating system initiative