On March 19, 2026, NextTrip, Inc. issued a press release announcing the appointment of three senior media executives—Casey D’Ambra as Vice President of Media & Distribution, and Assaf Blecher and Nir Haklili as Managing Directors of NextTrip Media—to support the expansion of its JOURNY streaming network and Content-to-Commerce Platform. These hires aim to strengthen global media leadership amid scaling distribution to approximately 250 million viewers and growing advertising impressions.
Key takeaways
Casey D’Ambra appointed Vice President of Media & Distribution; previously Director of Content at Brand USA and Executive Producer at National Geographic.
Assaf Blecher appointed Managing Director of NextTrip Media; two-time Emmy-nominated with experience at Keshet Broadcasting and Dick Clark Productions.
Nir Haklili appointed Managing Director of NextTrip Media; over 30 years experience including Director of Global Media Services for 600+ networks.
JOURNY network to broadcast to approximately 250 million connected TV, mobile, and online viewers following GoUSA TV assets acquisition and KC Global Media joint venture.
Monthly advertising impressions increased from approximately 1 million last fall to roughly 6 million today, with expectations of 50–60 million later this year.