How Jessica Chan, Perplexity's one-person team tasked with building relationships with publishers, gets it done

Pushing the boundaries of a single individual's capabilities, Chan has transitioned to a pivotal role at Perplexity, overseeing its publisher program that launched in July. Her effective management has attracted considerable interest, with 14 publishers signing on since her arrival. She brings invaluable experience from LinkedIn and Meta, which positions her well in the media landscape. With rapid growth at Perplexity, her background in negotiating substantial deals with major publishers is essential, making her a key hire for the company's expansion efforts.

"We are working at such a fast clip [at Perplexity that] I can't take gambles with hires. She was first on [my] list."

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