Thursday, May 20, 2021

Stephanie Oda

When I was running Bowker, I spent some time looking at the market research market for publishing and had many very pleasant conversations with Stephanie Oda who published Subtext. At Bowker we were interested in expanding our revenue options as the market for print directories collapsed. We ultimately bought Simba (for a song) and never completed a deal with Stephanie's company. I am happy I got to spend time with her.

Having come to the US in 1967, Stephanie is returning to her native Ireland to be buried.  Rest in Peace.

From Darienite:

She came to the United States in 1967 and lived in New York City before settling in Connecticut. Stephanie pursued a career in publishing and was co-owner of Open Book Publishing in Darien.

Stephanie earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and a master’s degree from Manhattanville College. She was an adjunct professor at Norwalk Community College, the University of Bridgeport, and the University of Connecticut.


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