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Emma Russo

Chief Executive Officer

Emma Lo Russo



Current Role and Company


Emma Lo Russo is the Co-Founder and CEO of Digivizer, Australia’s leading social web analytics and activations technology company. She founded Digivizer in 2010 with the mission to help businesses understand their customers better through real-time analysis and insights of their digital footprints. The company serves notable clients such as Lenovo, Intel, McWilliam’s, Barilla, Microsoft, Imalia, and miRunners, and currently employs over 60 people.

Professional Background


Before establishing Digivizer, Emma was President & Chief Operating Officer at Altium, a global electronics design software company listed on the ASX. Her expansive career includes significant business management roles at Macquarie Bank and MBF. She holds an MBA from AGSM (Australian Graduate School of Management) and has completed multiple Harvard Business modules in leadership and negotiation.

Notable Achievements and Recognitions


Emma has garnered numerous accolades for her leadership and entrepreneurial skills:
  • Winner of the 2014 Carnegie’s Den investment round, which facilitated further funding.

  • AGSM Anita Prabhu Women Leaders in Business Award recipient for entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and business acumen.

  • Pearcey Foundation Tech Entrepreneur of the Year Award for NSW in 2016.

  • Finalist in the NAB Women’s Leadership Awards in 2016.

  • Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2021 ARN Women in ICT Awards.


Industry Contributions and Speaking Engagements


Emma is active in several industry forums and regularly shares her expertise on topics such as:
  • Social selling and the role of digital media in modern business.

  • Business strategy and transformation.

  • Corporate culture, branding, and innovation.

  • Technology and diversity.

  • Balancing professional and personal life, particularly as a senior executive and mother of three.


Additionally, she serves on the CSIRO AcceleratiON Selection Panel since 2015 and is a Portfolio CEO for Heads Over Heels.

Publications and Posts


Emma leverages her platforms on LinkedIn and Twitter to share insights and updates:
  • Notable LinkedIn posts include announcements about new Digivizer features, partnership opportunities, and the launch of a Free Plan for individual marketers and startups.

  • She uses various AI engines within Digivizer to drive original thinking and creative ideation.


Professional Interests and Innovations


As a passionate advocate for technology, data, and innovation, Emma is dedicated to leveraging these elements to drive growth and success for Digivizer’s clients. Her expertise in digital marketing, SaaS, and performance marketing underscores her strategic approach to leading Digivizer in a highly competitive industry.

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Emma Lo Russo’s leadership and strategic vision place her and Digivizer at the forefront of the digital marketing and analytics landscape, making her an influential figure and valuable contact within the industry.