Women in Streaming Media

🔥 Kick Off 2025 with Women in Streaming Media! 🔥 Don’t miss the first Remote Member Meetup of the year with Women in Streaming Media! This month, we’re thrilled to feature Florence Agboma, our Head of Speaker Engagements, as she talks to our host Megan Antunes (nee Davies)in an exclusive fireside chat, sharing insights from her remarkable career journey and offering inspiration and actionable advice for navigating the streaming media industry. This is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and start the year inspired. We can’t wait to see you there!

Celebrating International Women’s Day Month! Today we're celebrating Florence Agboma of Sky for her inspiring leadership in championing diversity and empowering women in streaming video. As Chair of the Live Streaming Working Group at the Streaming Video Technology Alliance and author of multiple technical publications, Florence is driving innovation and creating platforms for women to share, speak, and lead. We're so glad to have Florence as our board member heading the Speaking engagement pillar. Your impact is shaping the future and uplifting the community! #IWD #IWD2025 #WomenInStreaming #StreamingVideo #StreamingInnovation #Leadership

This month, we proudly recognise Mark Harrison and Rowan de Pomerai from DPP as Allies of the Month for their commitment to diversity and inclusion! As Founder & Chief Content Officer of DPP, Mark has worked to amplify women’s voices in the industry, while Rowan drives collaboration across 500+ global companies, championing gender diversity. Under their leadership, DPP has made a significant impact by amplifying women’s voices in streaming media, creating platforms for underrepresented voices, and driving real change through inclusive actions that shape the industry.  Allyship is a journey, not a destination - Join us to hear their stories, feel inspired, and learn about allyship! 🗓️ Thursday, 20th March 2025  ⏰ 9 AM PDT | 12 PM EDT | 4 PM GMT Let’s work together to build a more inclusive and diverse future for the streaming media industry. #WSM #AllyOfTheMonth #WomenInStreaming #DiversityAndInclusion #Leadership #DPP #Allyship

Celebrating International Women’s Day Month! Today we’re celebrating Kat Vierzba of Amagi, who helps media companies innovate, stay competitive, and deliver great customer experiences through fast, secure, and optimised digital interactions from the edge. She also makes a big impact through mentorship, empowering the next generation of leaders and promoting growth and diversity in the industry. Thank you, Kat, for leading with purpose and inspiring others! #InternationalWomensMonth #WSM #Diversity #Leadership #WomenInStreamingMedia #IWD2025

Celebrating International Women’s Day Month! Today, we're recognising Brigita Brjuhhanov of Elisa Eesti AS, an inspiring leader whose impact is transforming industries and paving the way for the next generation of women in media and technology. Brigita, always exceeding customer expectations, is dedicated to fostering innovation and continuous improvement within her team, proving that strong leadership and forward-thinking drive progress. Let’s continue to celebrate and support the women making strides, leading with excellence, and shaping the streaming media future! #IWD #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInStreaming #MediaAnalytics #StreamingInnovation #Leadership #WomenInTech #BreakingBarriers

Celebrating International Women’s Month! Alicia Pritchett at Fastly is a towering figure in the tech world whose influence and leadership are simply inspiring. As we honor International Women's Day and the extraordinary women in streaming media, it’s a privilege to spotlight Alicia today. As the pioneering board member and President of Women in Streaming Media, Alicia has been a transformative force in promoting inclusivity. Her role transcends that of a streaming media leader; she is a passionate advocate for community empowerment, making significant strides towards a more inclusive industry. Her contributions are pivotal not only within WSM but also at Fastly, where she plays a crucial role in cultivating key client relationships and strategically shaping the Media & Entertainment sector. Alicia is more than just a leader; she is a visionary, relentlessly pushing the boundaries of technology and championing diversity at every opportunity 👏 👏 #InternationalWomensMonth #WomenInTech #DiversityInTech #Leadership #WomenInStreamingMedia

🧠 What if you could predict whether your content will be a hit—before it even launches? Traditional audience testing has its flaws—focus groups can be biased, and past performance data lacks emotional context. Enter DiO, a company using biometrics, neuroscience, and AI to decode real audience reactions. From heart rate spikes in suspenseful moments to microexpressions that reveal true engagement, DiO is helping content creators make smarter, data-driven decisions. In our latest blog, Claire Smith, Managing Director at DiO, shares how this technology is reshaping the entertainment industry—giving filmmakers, brands, and game developers the confidence to take creative risks. 📖 Read the full story here #MediaTech #AudienceEngagement #Streaming #ContentStrategy #WomenInStreaming

Celebrating International Women’s Month! Today, we’re thrilled to spotlight Micaela Hornblas from Qualabs. She is deeply committed to fostering authentic connections, both professionally and within the broader video tech community. As a co-organizer of MonteVIDEO Tech Meetups and Summer Camp, she collaborates with an incredible team to drive innovation, knowledge-sharing, and industry growth. Her passion and dedication to building a more connected and forward-thinking video-tech space are truly inspiring. Let’s continue shaping the future of Video-Tech together! #IWD #WSM #WomenInStreaming #IWD2025 #WomenInStreamingMedia

Celebrating International Women’s Day Month! Today, we celebrate ErinRose Widner from Verizon, a true Inspiration in Action- Women Who Make a Difference! ErinRose is a creative at heart, with a passion for the intersection of new technology, media, and innovation. Her dedication to connecting people with solutions is truly inspiring. Whether it's through her work or her love for TV shows and movies, she continues to make a lasting impact. Let’s continue to celebrate and support the women who shape the future! #IWD #WSM #WomenInStreaming #IWD2025 #WOmeninstreamingmedia #Leadership

Celebrating International Women’s Day Month!  Today we’re celebrating ErinRose Widner from Verizon! ErinRose is a creative at heart, with a passion for the intersection of new technology, media, and innovation. Her dedication to connecting people with solutions is truly inspiring. Whether it's through her work or her love for TV shows and movies, she continues to make a lasting impact!  Let’s continue to celebrate and support the women who shape the future!  #IWD #WSM #WomenInStreaming #IWD2025 #Womeninstreamingmedia #Leadership