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February 4th 2026

Why it’s time for brands to own audience insight

Using audience data as a media planning tool can maximise campaigns.

Tom Ridges

CEO Herdify

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Tom Ridges

CEO Herdify

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Tom Ridges is CEO at Herdify

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Why it’s time for brands to own audience insight

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