TVOT NYC 2025: The Optimization of FAST

Presented by Stingray

FAST is maturing, and its explosive growth is leveling off. The focus for FAST today is all about optimization—for programmers, advertisers and viewers alike. This panel will examine some of the challenges facing FAST today; explore successful strategies to enhance content discovery, increase monetization and improve the user experience; and discuss where the industry is headed. Panelists include:

• Anthony Iaffaldano, Head of Content Monetization, Roku
• Brandon Pankey, CEO, APEX
• Cathy Rasenberger, President, Rasenberger Media (Moderator)
• Garrett Winkler, Head of LG Channels, US and Canada, LG Electronics
• Natalie Gabathuler-Scully, EVP of Revenue, Distribution and Data Operations, Vevo
• Rick Bergan, Head of Americas, Stingray
• Sarah Shriver, VP of Content Distribution, Partnerships and Programming, BBC Studios