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The Trade Desk appoints Reddit CFO Drew Vollero to board of directors
Reddit CFO brings IPO experience to steer next phase of expansion
VENTURA: The Trade Desk has appointed Drew Vollero to its board of directors, bringing in a seasoned finance leader as the company sharpens its focus on long-term growth.
Vollero, currently serving as chief financial officer at Reddit, is best known for steering the platform through its successful IPO in March 2024 and building its financial backbone from the ground up. With more than three decades of experience across public and private markets, his appointment signals a steady hand at a time when scale and discipline matter as much as innovation.
Before Reddit, Vollero held the CFO role at Allied Universal and earlier at Snapchat, where he guided the company through its own IPO and early years as a public business. His career also includes stints at Mattel and Pepsi, rounding out a resume that blends operational depth with financial strategy.
The Trade Desk CEO and co-founder Jeff Green said, “Drew’s extensive experience as CFO and his ability to guide organisations through periods of growth make him an exceptional addition to our board. His financial acumen and strategic mindset will be invaluable as we continue to scale globally and deliver long-term value.”
For his part, Vollero sees the role as a timely opportunity. The Trade Desk board member Drew Vollero said, “The Trade Desk has built a strong foundation and a powerful platform for its advertising clients. I look forward to working with the leadership team to help drive momentum and shape the future of the advertising ecosystem.”
A mathematics and economics graduate from Yale University, where he graduated magna cum laude, Vollero also holds a master’s degree in management from Oxford University.
With Vollero joining the boardroom, The Trade Desk appears to be doubling down on financial discipline as it scales globally, pairing its tech ambitions with seasoned oversight at the top.
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Gomechanic expands nationwide roadside repair services
200 service bikes now live in major cities, with 300 more planned by mid-2026.
MUMBAI: Gomechanic just gave India’s roads a roadside guardian angel because when your car decides to throw a tantrum at midnight, even the best mechanic needs wheels of his own. Gomechanic, a leading player in India’s automotive service industry, has announced the nationwide expansion of its Roadside Repair Services (RSR), aiming to deliver fast, reliable and tech-enabled assistance to car owners across the country.
The service addresses critical gaps in India’s fragmented roadside assistance market by ensuring trained mechanics reach customers promptly during unexpected breakdowns. It is designed to be especially supportive for individuals driving alone or in unfamiliar areas, with a strong focus on women’s safety and trust during every interaction.
In Phase 1, Gomechanic has deployed 200 service bikes across key cities including Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Amritsar, Jaipur and Ahmedabad. Phase 2 will add another 300 bikes, taking coverage to all major cities by the second half of 2026.
The service offers essential support such as flat tyre assistance, battery jump-starts and fuel delivery, backed by 24×7 availability and multilingual customer support. Customers can request help through the Gomechanic mobile app or by calling the dedicated helpline 9388893888.
Gomechanic co-founder and CEO Himanshu Arora said, “Every journey in India is unique, and every car user deserves the security of knowing professional help is never far. With GoMechanic’s Roadside Repair Services, the focus is on reducing downtime during unexpected breakdowns.”
Gomechanic co-founder and COO Muskaan Kakkar added, “This is more than just a service expansion; it is about building trust and reliability for every Indian car owner.”
In a country where breakdowns don’t check the clock or the map, Gomechanic isn’t just fixing cars on the roadside, it’s giving drivers the confidence to keep moving, one reliable rescue at a time.
