Carly Zakin is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of theSkimm, a media company launched in 2012 that delivers a daily newsletter summarizing top news stories for its subscribers. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Film, and a minor in Creative Writing. Prior to founding theSkimm, Zakin worked at CNBC and MSNBC, gaining experience in broadcast and digital media. Under her leadership, theSkimm has grown to over 7 million subscribers and was acquired by Ziff Davis in March 2025.

After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 2008, Carly Zakin began her career in journalism by interning at NBC News. She then joined CNBC's primetime development division and went on to produce MSNBC news documentaries both in New York and Washington, D.C. During her tenure at NBC, she reconnected with Danielle Weisberg, whom she had met while studying abroad in Rome. Their shared experiences in the news industry and a mutual passion for storytelling laid the foundation for their future collaboration.

Recognizing a gap in the market for concise news tailored to young professionals, Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg co-founded theSkimm in 2012. Starting from their apartment, they created a daily newsletter that simplifies complex news topics. Their innovative approach resonated with a broad audience, rapidly growing their subscriber base. Through strategic partnerships, funding rounds, and diversification into podcasts and apps, theSkimm expanded its offerings. This growth attracted significant investments and led to the company's acquisition by Ziff Davis in March 2025, solidifying Zakin's success in the media industry.