LOS GATOS — Streaming giant Netflix has appointed former Google Cloud executive Darshan Kantak as Vice President of its Advertising Platform. Kantak will report directly to Amy Reinhard, President of Advertising at Netflix.
In his new role, Kantak will oversee product development, engineering, and data and insights functions across the streaming platform’s advertising division. His core mandate involves directing global advertising strategy and enhancing reporting, technology, and operational capabilities within the Netflix Ads Suite.
Kantak brings extensive adtech and AI experience to Netflix, having most recently served as Vice President of Product for Applied AI at Google Cloud. His career background also includes senior leadership roles across Snap Inc., Meta, Microsoft, and Yahoo.
