Executive Bios

John French
CEO, Cygnus Business Media
As one of the media industry’s most respected executives, French officially assumed the CEO position following the company restructuring. He has been a visible force in the business-to-business media industry, serving in top positions of several leading companies. French is credited with coining the term “social business media,” a more targeted form of peer-to-peer interaction through branded communities that were established long before social media appeared on the scene. More »

Paul Bonaiuto Paul Bonaiuto
CFO, Cygnus Business Media
As Chief Financial Officer, Bonaiuto manages all financial operations of the company. He has spent nearly three decades as a senior level financial executive in the media, print, private investment and corporate strategy arenas.  More »
Tom Kohn
Executive Vice President, Digital Strategies
Kohn is charged with identifying ways to deliver Cygnus’ digital assets and original content to the millions of influentials and professional decision-makers using multiple digital platforms, and to overseeing the company’s digital strategy. 
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Paul Caplan
Senior Vice President, Digital Revenues
The former publisher of one of the nation's top security websites - SecurityInfoWatch.com - Caplan guided its launch while managing sales, editorial and production and building the site into one of the most influential in the security industry. During its first year, it was recognized as Best New Web Site by the American Society of Business Press Editors (ASBPE). In his role as Senior Vice President, Digital Revenues, he is responsible for developing strong, integrated digital revenue opportunities across all media platforms.
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