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Zachary Dioneda
VP, Brand Marketing
Zachary Dioneda
VP, Brand Marketing
Public is rewriting the playbook for what a modern investing brand can be. In this session, Zachary Dioneda, VP of Brand Marketing at Public, shares how his team is reshaping the narrative around finance - bringing culture, creativity, and community to the forefront. With a sharp eye for brand storytelling and a track record of breakthrough campaigns, Zach offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Public has built trust, sparked conversation, and made finance feel personal.
Zachary Dioneda
VP, Brand Marketing
Zachary Dioneda is a brand builder at the intersection of finance, culture, and creativity. As VP of Brand Marketing at Public.com, he’s helping redefine how people connect with investing - making finance more social, inclusive, and culturally relevant. With a background spanning Fiverr and culture-shaping agency Translation, Zach brings a unique lens to brand storytelling, blending sharp strategy with a deep understanding of community, creators, and what moves people.
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Event Overview
Public isn’t just a fintech app, it’s a brand with presence. In this session, Zach pulls back the curtain on how the team behind Public turns regulated industries into creative playgrounds through marketing that informs, entertains, and resonates.
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Building the Brand: From Blue Backdrops to F1 Speed
Get the story behind Public’s earliest campaigns, from real investors on billboards to a headline-making F1 sponsorship. Zach breaks down how the brand created early momentum with distinctive visuals, messaging, and cultural alignment.
02
When Finance Meets Pop Culture
From IPOats to Michael Bolton, Public’s "Drops" are more than ads, they're creative moments that ride the cultural wave. Learn how Public strikes the balance between fun and serious, making complex topics approachable without losing credibility.
03
Designing a Brand For Serious Investors
Public launched as a social investing platform focusing on community, but as the product evolved so has the brand. Zach shares how the company went from social investing to a platform for serious investors and how the messaging and brand has evolved with new campaigns and integration of AI.
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What's Included
Gourmet Light Refreshments – Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal bites and small plates, perfect for connecting with colleagues.
Expertly Crafted Cocktails – Sip on handcrafted, shaken cocktails made by skilled mixologists, offering a blend of classic favorites and unique creations.
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