Jason Binn

Jason Binn is an award-winning American publisher and entrepreneur best known as the Founder and CEO of DuJour Media. This luxury lifestyle brand connects influential and affluent audiences across digital, print, and experiential platforms. Under his leadership, he expanded his role as a media innovator, building DuJour into a leading name in high-end publishing. The brand delivers curated stories on fashion, art, culture, travel, and real estate, maintaining a national presence while staying locally relevant in major U.S. markets. Jason is also recognized for his dedication to philanthropy. He uses his resources and platforms to support various charitable efforts. For over 30 years, he has worked within the intersection of media, luxury, and celebrity culture. Before launching DuJour Media, Binn founded Niche Media in 1992, developing publications serving different cities' unique interests. His magazines reached diverse markets with titles including Aspen Peak, Boston Common, Capitol File, Hamptons, Ocean Drive, Gotham, Los Angeles Confidential, Michigan Avenue, Philadelphia Style, and Vegas. These publications helped define luxury regional media and strengthened his reputation in the publishing industry. Through these city-focused magazines, Jason connected with specific audiences, allowing each publication to reflect the personality of its location, including Miami, the Hamptons, and New York City. Under Niche Media, he also established a custom publishing division that produced publications for Art Basel Miami Beach, Wynn Las Vegas, and the Short Hills Mall for the Taubman real estate organization. Expanding Niche Media into a national platform and selling the company marked a significant chapter in his career. In 2006, Binn sold Niche Media to Greenspun Media Group while remaining CEO. In 2007, Greenspun Media Group acquired Ocean Drive Media Group, which he co-owned and founded. He continued to oversee operations and management until his resignation in 2010. In 2012, Jason launched DuJour Media, which connects high-net-worth audiences through digital platforms, print publications, and experiential events. DuJour's growth reflects his commitment to understanding his audience while providing stories that highlight culture and trends. His collaborations with brands and well-known personalities have strengthened DuJour’s ongoing relevance. His work with DuJour has earned industry recognition, including honors at the Webby Awards. His ability to build platforms that bridge business, entertainment, and philanthropy has also been recognized, and he has received the Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year Award,” Crain’s “40 Under 40” award, as well as recognition from Forbes and the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. DuJour recently celebrated its 13th anniversary, marking its significant impact in the luxury lifestyle publishing industry. Last year, he and his team hosted an event at The Hard Rock Hotel in New York featuring a cover star. In March 2025, Jason hosted an event in New York City to celebrate DuJour’s Spring cover with an actress. Philanthropy has remained an essential part of his work. He has supported health, children’s, and community-focused organizations, working with groups through fundraising and awareness efforts and utilizing his platforms to highlight their missions. He also co-founded the Binn Animal Rescue and Sanctuary Charitable Foundation to help needy animals. Binn was born in Roslyn Harbor, New York, and attended Boston University’s College of Communication. He values time with his family and children. Jason Binn continues to combine his media work with a commitment to supporting communities while maintaining a strong presence within the industries he serves.