Name
New Hollywood Power Players: The Rise of Creators on TV
Date & Time
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:05 AM - 10:50 AM
Speakers
Ryan Wilson - Managing Director, Sales, Samsung Ads
Takashi Nakano - Vice President of Content and Programming, Samsung TV Plus
Rishita Patel - Head of Media, Mark Rober’s Crunch Labs
Evan Shapiro - Media Cartographer
Takashi Nakano - Vice President of Content and Programming, Samsung TV Plus
Rishita Patel - Head of Media, Mark Rober’s Crunch Labs
Evan Shapiro - Media Cartographer
Description
Creators are rapidly emerging as key players in streaming, particularly on FAST platforms like Samsung TV Plus, which provide the ideal environment for growth and the ability to connect with highly engaged audiences at scale. This panel will explore the evolving TV landscape, why FAST platforms are the perfect fit for creators, and why advertisers need to pay attention to the rising influence of creators on TV to drive deeper engagement and meaningful impact.