Engagement in the Live Stream: The New Age of Delivering the Game
SVG Digital Engagement Forum 2025
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50m
Traditional “lean-back” viewing still appeals to many sports fans, but how can content owners drive deeper engagement in live streams and apps? This panel features industry leaders discussing gamification, interactivity, alternate broadcast feeds, direct-to-consumer strategies, and the innovative technologies transforming sports broadcasting.
Panelists:
Zander Berlinski, DAZN, SVP, Strategy and Business Development
Matt Duarte, YES Network, VP, Strategy & Business Development
Michelle Munson, Eluvio, CEO and Co-Founder
Chris Thorman, Monumental Sports & Entertainment, SVP, Direct-to-Consumer & Digital Media
Moderator:
Jason Dachman, SVG, Editorial Director, U.S
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