FAST Conference

Welcome address to introduce agenda and recap marquee moments within the Industry by Baskar Subramanian, Managing Director & CEO - Amagi

Hear the latest insights from industry leaders on where they see the biggest shifts and opportunities are within the FAST ecosystem.
Panelists:
David Wisnia, President & CEO - NESN
David Freeman, Global Head of Digital Media - CAA
René Santaella, Chief Operating Officer - MediaCo
Moderated by: Srinivasan KA, Director and President - Global Business - Amagi

Join Baskar Subramanian, Managing Director and CEO, Amagi and Srividhya Srinivasan, Chief Technology Officer, Amagi for an engaging Amagi AI Product showcase that will bring together perspectives, projects, and practical use cases that demonstrate how AI is shaping decision-making, streamlining operations, and driving innovation across industries.

Hear from Brian Fuhrer, SVP, Product Strategy & Thought Leadership - Nielsen Global Media on how FAST is playing a role in the growth of streaming

Live and linear content strategies: With significant growth and engagement in the FAST space, hear how content providers are leveraging new methods to attract and retain viewers.
Panelists:
Trina Pepe, SVP, FAST & AVOD Growth Strategy - AMC Networks
Lauren Farrar, SVP US Sales - Banijay Rights
Julian Adege, FAST, AVOD & TVOD Partnerships - Hasbro
Moderator by: Sridhar Sinnasamy, SVP Sales - Americas - Amagi

As the media landscape continues to evolve, FAST has emerged as one of the most dynamic growth areas in video distribution. But what comes next? Join us for a lively customer panel discussion on their experiences, strategies, and predictions for the future of video platforms
Panelists:
Kent Rees, General Manager - MyFree DIRECTV
Thomas Dodson, Head of Platform Operations - Roku
Aaron Jackman, Content Acquisitions & Partnerships - LG Channels
Moderated by: Dan Marshall, EVP, Global SaaS Sales - Amagi

FAST is saturated but many platforms have expanded their offering of live news. What makes the news genre and FAST inseparable? What are the core strategies for programming channels to maximize audience viewership with news? How does this vary from Local to national or from a Platform's perspective?
Panelist:
Marc Lefebvre, Senior Director, Operations - News, Current Affairs and Local - CBC
Madhu Somasundaram, VP Digital Strategy & Business Development, Fox Television Stations
Moderated by: Stephen Bach, Sr. Director, US Sales - Amagi

The sports media landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, as leagues and rights holders increasingly turn to FAST as a direct-to-fan strategy that complements—and in some cases, rivals—traditional broadcast deals. This panel explores how sports organizations are using FAST channels to build audience reach, drive deeper engagement, and open new monetization avenues.
Panelists:
David Clevinger, SVP & Head of Digital - Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc
Dan Barker, Managing Director - Content Strategy and Distribution - NASCAR
Joe Nilsson, CEO & Co-founder, C15 Studio
Moderated by: Kiel Fox, Sr. Director, Head of Sports - Amagi

As competition for audience attention grows, platforms need faster, smarter ways to source and scale content. This session shows how Amagi marketplace models simplify channel licensing and distribution—helping platforms build differentiated lineups, boost viewership, and unlock new revenue while enabling opportunities for content owners to tap broader audiences for additional reach and scale.
Panelists:
Evan Bregman, General Manager, Streaming & Direct-to-Consumer - Tastemade
Julio Sobral, SVP, Global Networks - Blue Ant Media
Josh Rosenblatt, Head of Content Partnerships - Plex, Inc.
Moderated by: Danny Halprin, Director of Product - Amagi

The FAST content ecosystem is evolving at lightning speed. What began with library content has expanded to include originals, with players ranging from digital-native creators to major studios shaping the space. So, what comes next? This panel will explore emerging opportunities in storytelling within FAST, examining the rise of creator-driven content, the role of microdramas, and the formats that could define the next wave of growth.
Panelists:
Steve Crombie, CEO - Totem
Jawhara Tariq, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development & Investments - Mythical Entertainment
Moderated by: Marc Hoenig, US Sales Director - Amagi

Hear some key Live Sports best practices on their journey of migrating to Amagi’s cloud-native broadcast and monetization solutions to deliver high-quality live sports streaming at scale.
Presenter:
Ari Brock, VP, Digital Operations - Tennis Channel

Hear from Brian Briskman, Co-founder - Likewise Media Consultants on their experience with Smart Scheduler

Advertising in FAST has moved beyond a basic search for incremental impressions. As the industry matures, advertisers increasingly expect greater transparency, measurable outcomes, and scalable impact. This panel will explore new ad innovations promising to drive additional value, the evolution of buying models across programmatic connections and direct deals, and how a growing focus on outcomes is influencing spending.
Panelists include:
Laura Florence, SVP Global Channels - Fremantle
Matt McLeggon, SVP, Advanced Solutions - Magnite
Tara Buck, Sr. Director, Publisher Partnerships - StackAdapt
Moderated by: Jana Hartz, VP, Demand Partnerships - Amagi

The streaming revolution shows no signs of slowing down—but where is it headed next? In this forward-looking session, we’ll explore the trends, technologies, and business models shaping the future of video streaming by Baskar Subramanian, Managing Director and CEO - Amagi