Editor at AdExchanger
Rodgers is known for authoritative, deeply sourced journalism on programmatic advertising and privacy at AdExchanger, making complex AdTech topics accessible to industry insiders and shaping how the ecosystem understands key trends.
Last updated Feb 27, 2026 by AI Enrichment
Zach Rodgers is a senior editor at AdExchanger, the leading trade publication covering programmatic advertising and digital marketing technology. Over a career spanning more than 15 years, he has become one of the most recognized journalists in the AdTech space, known for breaking news on major industry developments and providing authoritative analysis on topics ranging from supply-path optimization to the deprecation of third-party cookies. His work is essential reading for executives, investors, and practitioners navigating the rapidly shifting digital advertising landscape. Rodgers joined AdExchanger after earlier editorial stints at ClickZ and other digital media outlets, where he built his foundational expertise in digital advertising. At AdExchanger, he has covered landmark regulatory developments including GDPR and CCPA, the rise and evolution of header bidding, identity resolution challenges, and the ongoing transformation of the open web's advertising infrastructure. His interviews with C-suite leaders and his deep sourcing across buy-side, sell-side, and technology vendors give his reporting unusual depth and credibility. As a thought leader in AdTech journalism, Rodgers occupies a unique position: he is not a vendor or operator, but his coverage shapes how the industry understands itself. His long-form features and news analysis are frequently cited in earnings calls, investor decks, and policy discussions, reflecting the outsized influence that rigorous trade journalism can have on a complex, fast-moving industry.
ClickZ (prior to AdExchanger)
Various digital media outlets (early career)