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Ran Harnevo
Pioneering online video syndication and distribution as co-founder of 5min Media and head of AOL Video
OperatorTel Aviv, New York, Israel18+ years in industry
Last updated May 31, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team
Bio
Ran Harnevo is a serial entrepreneur in media and AdTech, best known for co-founding 5min Media, a video syndication network that was acquired by AOL, where he subsequently led AOL Video as SVP. He later founded Homeis, a community platform serving immigrant communities, which operated until its closure in 2021. He has no publicly confirmed current role.
Previous Roles
Co-Founder & CEO
5min Media
SVP / Head of AOL Video
AOL
Founder & CEO (company closed 2021)
Homeis
Expertise
Online Video SyndicationVideo Distribution NetworksPublisher Video MonetizationDigital Media EntrepreneurshipAdTech StartupsAOL Video StrategyOnline Video Ecosystem
Education
- Tel Aviv University
Notable Achievements
- Co-founded 5min Media, a video syndication platform that was acquired by AOL, marking a significant exit in the digital media space.
- Led AOL's video strategy as SVP following the 5min Media acquisition, helping shape the company's digital video direction.
- Founded Homeis, a community-focused mobile app designed to connect people living abroad, demonstrating continued entrepreneurial range beyond AdTech.
Speaking Topics
Building and scaling online video startupsVideo syndication and publisher monetizationEntrepreneurship in AdTech and digital mediaThe evolution of online video distribution
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