SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Harland Clarke Holdings’ CEO, Chuck Dawson, announced that Joe Bilman has been hired as the corporation’s Chief Digital Officer (CDO), effective immediately. In this role, Joe will help advance the digital technology and media strategy of the $3.3 billion organization, including working with all divisions of the holding company’s three business segments: Harland Clarke, Scantron and Valassis.
Bilman brings more than 15 years of digital experience including pivotal leadership roles at Softcard™ and Fox Mobile Group among others. As Chief Digital Officer at American Media, Inc., he spearheaded the digital expansion of titles such as Shape®, Men’s Fitness®, National Enquirer®, OK!® and Star®. He has a solid background in creating and growing e-commerce companies and led the migration from print to Web for such well-known publications as Men’s Health®, Prevention® and Runner’s World®.
“Joe Bilman has the proven ability to provide clients with solutions that effectively reach their consumers across multiple channels, with an emphasis on integrated print and digital,” said Chuck Dawson. “He is a visionary with a strong aptitude to create and expand digital products which makes him extremely qualified to enhance our digital future.”
Honored as one of the “Digital Power 50” by The Hollywood Reporter, Bilman is a highly regarded leader in digital media. He earned his Master of Fine Arts in computer art and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and video from New York’s School of Visual Arts.
About Harland Clarke Holdings Corp.
Harland Clarke Holdings Corp. is comprised of companies focused on optimizing customer relationships through multiple channels. Its major business units, Harland Clarke, Scantron and Valassis, are recognized as leading providers of marketing services, transaction solutions, education services, and intelligent media delivery that create millions of customer touch points annually for their clients. For more information about each company please visit www.harlandclarkeholdings.com.
