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Jeremy Fain

CEO & Co-Founder at Cognitiv

Pioneering the application of deep learning neural networks to programmatic advertising.

OperatorLinkedInNew York, New York, United States15+ years in industry

Last updated Jun 6, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Bio

Jeremy Fain is CEO and Co-Founder of Cognitiv, a company that applies custom deep learning neural networks to programmatic media buying at scale. He spent time in various roles at Facebook from 2012 to 2013. He is recognized as an early industry advocate for deep learning approaches in AdTech.

Previous Roles

Various roles post-acquisition

Facebook (2012-2013)

Expertise
Deep Learning for AdvertisingProgrammatic AdvertisingReal-Time Bidding (RTB)Custom AI Model DevelopmentMedia Buying OptimizationNeural NetworksDemand-Side Platforms (DSP)Algorithmic Marketing
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree, University of Michigan
Notable Achievements
  • Founded Cognitiv, bringing custom deep learning neural networks to programmatic media buying at scale
  • Recognized as an early industry voice advocating for deep learning over traditional ML in AdTech
Awards
AdExchanger Awards recognition (Cognitiv)
Speaking Topics
Deep learning and AI in programmatic advertisingThe evolution from rules-based to neural network-driven media buyingCustom AI models vs. off-the-shelf programmatic optimizationThe future of advertising technology and machine intelligence
Publications
  • Contributor to AdExchanger on AI and programmatic advertising topics
Connections