This award honors the exceptional executive who excelled in acquiring content and/or strategically distributing it across platforms. Whether negotiating for exclusives, diversifying content offerings, optimizing end-user pricing, or expanding partnerships, this individual demonstrated outstanding leadership in driving engagement, growth, and revenue while keeping viewers' interests at heart. Their efforts not only navigated the complexities of content acquisition and distribution but also positioned their organization strategically for future success in an increasingly competitive landscape.

The user experience is essential to a viewer’s overall satisfaction with a service or platform. There are a plethora of options for viewers to consider, from pricing tiers, to programming, and beyond, and it’s the role of product and technology leaders to best portray and simplify it all for their audience in a way that leads to the most optimal experience on all platforms. Technology leaders are also charged with constantly innovating to be able to deliver the newest products and experiences that business leaders conceptualize - a task that is always extremely challenging.  This award will recognize the executive who led their team to deliver the best UX for their audience through innovation, collaboration, and improved efficiencies while navigating their services/platform growth as flawlessly as possible to the end viewer.

From acquisition to engagement to retention, marketing leaders have their hands full in this competitive environment.  This award honors the executive who challenged the status quo to best elevate their brand, capture new viewers, drive tune-in, and combat churn.

Not too long ago, there were only a few options for buyers to obtain meaningful reach across CTV. Now that every streaming service and platform across the ecosystem has entered the game, however, inventory has exploded…and the competition for ad dollars has never been fiercer. How can sellers stand out from the competition? This category is for supply-side execs that are consistently innovating to connect clients to viewers in meaningful and measurable ways, via trailblazing formats and experiences.

FAST Channels have seen unprecedented growth over the last few years, and are poised to be a significant part of the streaming TV ecosystem for years to come.  This category honors the channel that stood out from the crowd via its engagement levels, growth, creative programming, and/or other innovative strategies.

Several industry pundits have claimed that the streaming wars have officially transitioned to the Streaming Platform wars, and fierce competition is underway to decide who will be the new “gatekeepers” of the streaming era. This award honors the Streaming Platform that made the most significant advancements over the past 12 months, be it through strategic direction, innovations, engagement, or other means of performance.

Now in its 6th year, StreamTV’s Emerging Leaders Program honors the industry’s leaders of the future. To qualify, nominees need to work in or provide services to the streaming television industry and be 35 years of age or younger. 

This accolade celebrates the marketing campaign that has successfully captivated audiences, driven engagement/revenue, and elevated brand awareness through innovative and strategic approaches. Whether through compelling storytelling, or innovative partnerships, the recipient of this award has demonstrated exceptional creativity, ingenuity, and effectiveness in reaching and resonating with target audiences. This exceptional campaign has not only generated buzz but has also fostered lasting connections with viewers, playing a key role in the growth and success of their brand.

This award recognizes pioneering efforts that enhance and redefine how users engage with streaming services. It celebrates forward-thinking innovations that prioritize user-centric interface and design, seamless discoverability, and immersive, personalized user experiences. With an extraordinary dedication to prioritizing viewers' needs, this recipient demonstrates a commitment to pushing the boundaries of conventional user paradigms, enriching the streaming landscape with inventive strategies that prioritize user satisfaction, accessibility, and engagement.

The advertising industry finds itself in a very exciting era, marked by shifting consumer trends towards streaming services, presenting a growing need for innovation in viewer targeting, engagement, and measurement strategies. The Innovation in Advertising award shines a spotlight on trailblazers who have pushed the boundaries of creativity and technology in delivering, measuring, or supporting video content. Whether through pioneering ad formats, cutting-edge targeting techniques, or ingenious measurement solutions, the recipient has demonstrated exceptional effectiveness in connecting brands with their audiences in the streaming space.

This accolade recognizes the visionaries who have flipped the script on how content is distributed and delivered to audiences worldwide. From game-changing advancements in content optimization to the development of ultra-low latency streaming solutions, the recipient of this award has demonstrated unparalleled ingenuity and expertise in ensuring seamless, high-quality viewing experiences across a myriad of devices, network conditions, and live streaming. This award acknowledges their outstanding contributions in driving the evolution of streaming technology, shaping the future of digital content consumption for generations to come.

With so many different models in play, which monetization approach will prevail in 2024 and beyond? The innovation in monetization award observes the trailblazers who've transformed the art of turning eyeballs into revenue in the streaming realm. From spearheading new pricing models and inventive bundling packages to creating innovative ways to acquire, manage, and retain users, the recipient of this award has demonstrated unequaled business savvy. Their approaches not only ensure sustainable revenue streams for content creators and platforms but also enhance the viewer experience by striking the right balance between monetization and user engagement.

The Impact Award is a celebration of those exceptional individuals or companies whose profound influence and positive contributions have significantly shaped the streaming industry. This recipient personifies the drive, leadership, and innovation necessary to overcome the challenges presented in an ever-changing streaming landscape, ultimately driving the OTT industry forward and leaving a lasting legacy in the process.