

41. Guiding the Transformation of Media with Marine Veteran and Vice Chairman of Penske Media, Gerry Byrne
Gerry Byrne is an entrepreneur and communications executive who has extensive experience in launching and managing global media enterprises across sectors that include advertising, marketing, media, entertainment, fashion, and retail. He is the Vice Chairman and Board Member of the Penske Media Corporation. A Marine officer and a Vietnam veteran, Gerry is also committed to giving back to the community. He is the CEO/Co-Founder of Warriors Rise (2022), a VSO focused on Veterans employment.
Gerry joins Brendan to discuss:
- What it was like to find a career as a veteran following Vietnam
- How media has changed in the 21st century - and how it hasn't
- What it's like to advise and manage massive media companies
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