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Neal Thurman
Thought Leader
Neal Thurman is Co-Founder & CEO at Brand Safety Institute. He has driven privacy-safe data connectivity product strategy at one of AdTech's most widely integrated identity platforms.
Last updated Sep 27, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team
Role
Co-Founder & CEO
Company
Brand Safety Institute
Based
New York, New York, United States
Boards
1
AI-drafted from public sources2 sources cited
- Years in industry
- 20 years
Expertise & education
Expertise
Brand SafetyDigital Advertising StandardsIdentity ResolutionPrivacy-Safe Data ConnectivityProgrammatic AdvertisingAdTech Education & CredentialingMedia Quality
Speaking topics
Brand Safety and SuitabilityDigital Advertising StandardsPrivacy and Data ConnectivityAdTech Industry Education
Recognition
Notable achievements
- Co-founded the Brand Safety Institute, establishing the first professional credentialing program for brand safety in digital advertising
- Developed curriculum and certification standards that have helped professionalize brand safety practices across the AdTech industry