To bolster its leadership in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, ad verification and measurement leader DoubleVerify has appointed digital media veteran Stuart Flint as Managing Director, EMEA. Flint, who previously served as General Manager, Europe for TikTok and held senior roles at Yahoo and Verizon Media, will oversee regional operations, advance go-to-market strategy, and drive growth. The appointment underscores DV's focus on expanding its global footprint to meet rising advertiser demand for transparency and performance in digital campaigns.
DoubleVerify has appointed Stuart Flint as Managing Director for the EMEA region.
Flint was most recently General Manager, Europe at TikTok, with prior leadership roles at Yahoo, Verizon Media, and AOL.
He will be responsible for overseeing operations, expanding client relationships, and accelerating growth across EMEA.
The move aligns with DV's global expansion efforts amid increasing advertiser demand for campaign transparency and performance verification.
DV's recent momentum in EMEA includes the rollout of DV Verification AI™ and the acquisition of measurement firm Rockerbox.
Flint's appointment is part of DV's strategy to strengthen its leadership team with senior commercial talent.
The appointment of a dedicated, high-profile regional managing director signals DoubleVerify's commitment to capturing market share in the diverse and complex EMEA landscape. Flint's mandate is to build on existing momentum, deepen relationships with major advertisers and platforms, and strategically drive the adoption of DV's expanding suite of verification, optimization, and measurement solutions. Steve Mougis, Global Chief Commercial Officer, cited the need to "stay ahead of client expectations while driving smart, sustainable growth."
Flint brings over two decades of experience from some of the most influential players in digital media, including a key role scaling TikTok's commercial business in Europe. His background spans advertising technology, platform sales, and strategic partnerships, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of both buy-side and sell-side dynamics in the region. This expertise is critical for navigating EMEA's varied regulatory environments, media landscapes, and client needs.
Flint's arrival coincides with a period of significant product expansion for DoubleVerify in EMEA, including the launch of AI-driven verification products and the integration of Rockerbox for outcomes measurement. His role will be to translate these technological innovations into commercial success, ensuring clients understand and adopt new solutions to prove campaign effectiveness. Stuart Flint stated, “Leading the EMEA region presents a unique opportunity to help brands and platforms navigate complexity with confidence.”
The move is part of DoubleVerify's broader pattern of strengthening its executive bench to support global growth. As the digital advertising ecosystem grapples with issues of transparency, fraud, and measurement fragmentation, DV is positioning itself as an essential partner for global brands. Placing a seasoned executive with Flint's pedigree in the EMEA role indicates the strategic importance of the region to DV's overall business ambitions.
For the EMEA market, this appointment signifies that a major verification platform is deepening its local investment and leadership, potentially leading to more tailored solutions and support for regional advertisers and publishers navigating an increasingly complex digital media environment.
About DoubleVerify
DoubleVerify (“DV”) is the industry’s leading media effectiveness platform that leverages AI to drive superior outcomes for global brands. By powering media efficiency and performance, DV strengthens the online advertising ecosystem, preserving the fair value exchange between buyers and sellers of digital media.