Our Mission
The Magazine Coalition exists to help publishers monetize their valuable content while standing up for content creator rights. As AI tools continue to evolve, they are increasingly using copyrighted content without fair compensation. We license full-spectrum magazine stories — including features, interviews, investigations, and reviews — ensuring that creators and publishers alike are recognized and rewarded. Our mission is to help publishers get paid for what they’ve already created and continue to write, while also enforcing the infrastructure that protects creator rights in the next era of intelligence.
Our Story
The Magazine Coalition started with one clear problem: AI is using content they don’t own.
So we stepped in. We’re here to be the bridge between publishers and big AI. We look back to help publishers get compensation for their previous work.
We look forward to help publishers license their future work, giving them full control of their work. This also offers AI companies access to high-integrity content.
The Magazine Coalition is where smart AI meets smarter publishing.
In the dynamic world of magazine IP licensings, The Magazine Coalition has emerged as a trailblazer, redefining the way publishers and AI companies collaborate. Our story is one of innovation and empowerment, as we create a space where premium magazine content is easily accessible, bridging the gap between creativity and cutting-edge technology.
Experienced Leadership
The Magazine Coalition is spearheaded by two highly experienced individuals with complementary skill sets: Michael Simon and Gavin Gillas.
Michael Simon
Michael Simon brings decades of leadership experience in the magazine printing industry. As the EVP ,President and co-owner of Publishers Press, he possesses an intimate understanding of magazine production, distribution, and the overall dynamics of the publishing world. His profound knowledge of the magazine ecosystem is invaluable for establishing the Magazine Coalition and fostering participation from publishers.
Gavin Gillas
Gavin Gillas complements this industry expertise with a strong background in intellectual property law and technology entrepreneurship. As a former IP attorney, he has direct experience in negotiating and executing over 600 technology licensing deals with major corporations like Intel and HP. His experience in building and scaling digital media platforms, coupled with his legal acumen in intellectual property, makes him exceptionally well-equipped to lead the Magazine Coalition’s efforts in developing and managing the content licensing API and navigating the complex legal landscape of AI and copyright.
Join a Growing Group of Publishers
Your content is valuable. Don’t let others profit off it without sharing the revenue.
