Streamlined Contracting: Simplified processes for contracting creators to produce UGC, making it easier for brands to scale their content efforts. Efficient Management: Enhanced capabilities for managing and tagging large volumes of UGC, ensuring that brands can handle the influx of content smoothly and efficiently. Advanced Content Collection Tools: New features for collecting and organizing UGC, providing brands with a seamless way to gather content from various sources. High-Volume Payment Processing: St ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, is excited to announce the addition of new user-generated content (UGC) features to its flagship platform, IZEA Flex. As more brands turn to UGC to enhance their social feeds, websites, marketing efforts, and product listings, IZEA is making it easier than ever to contract, manage, and collect this valuable content. Streamlined Contracting: Sim ...

ORLANDO, Fla., July 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, announced today its Managed Services team secured contract bookings totaling $10.3 million in the second quarter of 2024, a 40% increase from $7.3 million in the second quarter of 2023. "Managed Services reported a robust 46% year-over-year growth in the first half of the fiscal year, achieving $19.6M in net bookings compared to $13.3M during t ...

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26 Talent is renowned for its exceptional representation of top-tier influencers and creators, offering robust talent management and innovative marketing solutions. The agency will be folded under Huume, Hoozu's talent representation business. Mikhailla Fitzgerald, Founder and CEO of 26 Talent, will lead Huume, reporting directly to Natalie Giddings, CEO of Hoozu, ensuring a smooth transition and integration. Fitzgerald echoed the excitement, stating, "Joining forces with Hoozu opens up remarkable opportuni ...

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, July 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hoozu, a leading influencer marketing agency and a subsidiary of IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:IZEA), proudly announces the acquisition of 26 Talent, a distinguished Australian talent management agency. This strategic acquisition strengthens Hoozu's capabilities and expands its footprint in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, in line with IZEA's global M&A strategy. 26 Talent is renowned for its exceptional representation of top-tier influencers and creators, ...

ORLANDO, Fla., June 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program under which the company may repurchase up to $5 million worth of its common stock from time to time, subject to market conditions and the Company's insider trading windows. A special committee consisting of independent Board members has been formed to authoriz ...

"We are encouraged by the year-over-year growth in bookings and substantial increases in our pipeline, which have not yet been reflected in our stock price. IZEA's Board of Directors and management team firmly believe that the market currently undervalues our core business, technology assets, and cash reserves. This share repurchase program grants us the flexibility to buy back stock over time, provided market conditions remain favorable," stated Ted Murphy, Chairman and CEO of IZEA. Under the share repurch ...

Hoozu, an IZEA company based in Australia, has also been shortlisted for Best Creator Partnership StrategyAPAC for its successful campaign with Ryobi, a global manufacturer of power tools and outdoor equipment. The award ceremony will take place on July 18 at the Londoner Hotel in London. The Global Influencer Marketing Awards celebrate the best influencer marketing campaigns worldwide, with categories for all types and sizes of players, from global agencies and brands to small, independent businesses. IZEA ...

ORLANDO, Fla., June 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), the premier provider of technology, data, and services for the Creator Economy, today announced that it has been shortlisted in the 2024 Global Influencer Marketing Awards along with Hoozu, its Australian subsidiary. The awards recognize outstanding influencer marketing agencies, brands, and campaigns from around the world. IZEA was shortlisted in three categories, including Best Large Influencer Marketing Agency and Best ...