International Growth in Online Video -- Gregory Strompolos (Director of Business Development, YouNow)

Gregory Strompolos is the Director of Business Development at live streaming giant YouNow. He previously spent 4 years at Fullscreen, where he launched the Channel Plus brand services division and managed the company’s international expansion. We cover a wide range of topics in this episode, from Gregory’s first job out of college at a company that famously angered Steve Jobs to the growth of Fullscreen’s international business and Gregory’s diverse personal interests. The majority of our conversation focuses on the rapid globalization of the online video industry; we highlight key growth markets (BRIC and Southeast Asia), major US players’ international strategies, and predictions for future global video trends. Host: James Creech ABOUT THE SHOW All Things Video is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the past and charting the future of the online video ecosystem. Listen to interviews with founders, executives, and thought leaders from the world’s leading video networks and engage in thought-provoking debates about the key issues shaping the next generation of entertainment. From the short-form content revolution to the rise of multi-channel networks (MCNs) and the fragmentation of video viewership in an always-on world, All Things Video reveals the key trends and insights from the world of digital video. Subscribe for new episodes and updates! ABOUT THE HOST James Creech is an entrepreneur focused on technology, online video, and digital media. He currently serves as the SVP, Growth for Bent Pixels, the premier technology provider for the world's leading video networks and next-generation media companies. OUR SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by Mediakix, the leading influencer marketing agency, which connects the world’s top brands with engaged audiences through social media influencers. Their campaigns drive brand awareness, audience engagement, and product sales for brands like Nordstrom, Blue Apron, David Yurman, Hallmark, and more. Visit www.mediakix.com to get started with your influencer campaign today.