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IZEA Reports Q1 2026 Revenue of $6.6 Million, Strengthens Enterprise Client Base, Launches AI-Powered ZED Platform
Completes SMB Exit and Positions for Accelerated Growth, Higher-Quality Revenue and Profitability with Enterprise ClientsORLANDO, Fla., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IZEA Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ: IZEA), a leading influencer marketing company that makes Creator Economy solutions for marketers, reported its financial and operational results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Q1 2026 Financial Summary Compared to Q1 2025 Revenue was $6.6 million, off $1.4 million (18%) compared to $8.0
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