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Time Magazine“Influencer” is no longer an icky word, says Michael D. Ratner, co-founder of #Rhode and CEO of OBB Media. Presented by @toyotausa Speaking on the red carpet at Thursday’s event celebrating TIME100 Next honorees, Ratner said #influencers are increasingly taking on the role of "rockstars" who people look up to.
On the profile · Oct 30, 2026