Death: Robert Krakoff checks out

Robert Krakoff CEO of Neilson Business Media -fka- VNU Business Media died at his Boston apartment Thursday night leaving many puzzled. Krakoff was 72 and a respected figure in the media industry. R.I.P Rob, R.I.P “He was a giant in our business and bigger than life,” said Gordon Hughes II, president-CEO of American Business Media. “His contributions were not just for the companies he ran, but he was a leader for the industry.” Hughes said Krakoff was instrumental in developing the CEBA (Creative Excellence in Business Advertising) Awards and ABM’s Business Information Network, which tracks ad spending on business media.“He was just a very dear friend,” Hughes said. Krakoff, Head of Nielsen Business Media -- 'E&P' Parent -- Dies Suddenly [E&P]