Join us as we return to the Westgate Hotel (formerly the LVH) for our 14th annual RAIN Summit West!
Our annual RAIN Summit West is the premiere educational and networking event of the year for the Internet radio and online audio industry, taking place as a partner event to the NAB Show.
Join RAIN News Publisher Kurt Hanson and RAIN Enterprises CEO Jennifer Lane for a full day of panel discussions and presentations on all aspects of the evolving online audio marketplace, followed by the best networking event in the industry, the poolside RAIN Summit Cocktail Party.
Rain Summit West Agenda:
8:15-8:45 |
Registration Check-in
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9:00
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Welcome to the 14th annual RAIN Summit West!
RAIN News Publisher and Founder Kurt Hanson and CEO Jennifer Lane welcome you to the 14th Annual RAIN Summit West! |
9:05-9:45
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Digital Solutions that Deliver
Smart sales begin with audio and include compatible digital tools that small businesses can use to drive traffic. This panel will explore platforms that are eager to help you expand your digital offering. Moderator: Matt Sunshine, evp (The Center for Sales Strategy); Speakers: George Leith, vp sales (VendAsta Technologies); Ruth Presslaff, president (Presslaff Interactive Revenue); Gavin McGarry, president (Jumpwire Media); Kelly Shelton, vp marketing (Boostability) |
9:45-10:00
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Internet Radio and Streaming Report
RAIN News Editor Brad Hill will present findings from a recent survey of RAIN Readers on future trends and industry insights. |
10:00-10:08
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presented by Amanda Brown, COO, AudioBoom
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10:10-10:55
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You Should Talk
From news and talk to sports and comedy, listeners are consuming more spoken word programming online than ever before. This panel will discuss the innovations that have facilitated the rise in popularity of non-music streamed content, and the opportunity that has created for advertisers. Moderator: Steve Jones, vp/gm (ABC News Radio); Speakers: Kurt Edwards, int’l commercial director (TalkSPORT UK); Ted Gurley, vp digital sales (Univision Communications); Jay Green, vp digital sales/ content partnerships (AdLarge Media); Beth Murphy, cmo (Deezer) |
11:15-12:00
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Turning Data into Dollar$
Data, big and not so big, is a key advantage for streaming over other forms of audio, enabling platforms to deliver better programming and advertising to listeners. This panel will discuss critical issues around collection and use of this information. Moderator: Brad Hill, vp/managing editor (RAIN News); Speakers: Matt Cutair, ceo (AudioHQ); Simon Cole, ceo, (7digital); Patrick Couch, Dir Advertising Strategy (Triton Digital); Alexis van de Wyer, ceo (Adswizz); Jeff Wender, svp digital (The Nielsen Company) |
12:00-12:15
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Why Programmatic Will Increase the Value of Audio
A thought leadership presentation presented by Brian Burdick, evp digital/programmatic, WideOrbit |
12:15-12:45
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Anthony Bay, CEO of Rdio
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1:45-2:15
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The RAIN Legal panel
Congress, the Copyright Office, the DOJ and the CRB are all considering changes in the way digital music services pay for the music they play. This panel will explore music licensing issues currently being debated in DC. Learn how they may affect your business in the near future. Moderator: David Oxenford, partner (Wilkinson, Barker, Knauer LLP), Speakers: Gary Greenstein, partner (Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati), David Levin, vp new media/ strategic development (BMI); Alex Luke, venture capitalist (The Valley Fund); Brad Prendergast, senior counsel licensing/ enforcement (SoundExchange) |
2:15-2:23
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Presented by Pat Higbie, ceo, XAPPmedia
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2:25-2:40
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Infinite Dial in the CarEdison Research president Larry Rosin will present new data from the recently released Infinite Dial Study. |
2:55-3:45
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The Value of an AdSponsored by WideOrbit
There are many ways to measure online audio campaigns – impressions and cpms, return on investment, banner clicks, engagement. What are the best practices for measuring effectiveness? Hear several experts describe their perspective, including case studies of successful ad campaigns. Moderator: John Rosso, president market development (Triton Digital); Speakers: Shenan Reed, president digital (MEC Global); Heidi Browning, svp strategic solutions (Pandora); Michael Guarnieri, founder & ceo (Nu Media Mix); David Kert, cro (Targetspot); Michael Jackel, vp/west (Spotify) |
3:45-3:52
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Omny
Presented by Matt Saraceni, head of content, Omny Personal Radio |
3:52-4:30
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On Demand is In DemandSponsored by Podcast One
2015 is the year of the podcast! This panel will feature podcast personalities and producers discussing the passion for podcasting. Moderator: Norm Pattiz, founder/ceo (Podcast One); Tom Leykis, host (The Tom Leykis Show); Andy Bowers, chief content officer (Slate/Panoply Media); Rob Cesternino, host (Rob Has a Podcast); Dan Granger, ceo & founder (Oxford Road) |
4:30-5:00
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Streaming Audio’s Startup EconomyThis session will showcase several early startups related to streaming audio. Each person will deliver a quick pitch on their product to an audience that will have an opportunity to choose their favorite. The winner will be announced at the end of the day. Hosted by Joanna Bloor, consultant |
5:00-5:30
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Kurt Hanson, Publisher and Founder, RAIN NewsKurt Hanson will deliver his annual State of the Industry Speech |
5:30-5:35
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Hosted by Joanna BloorAnnouncement of Audience’s Favorite Startup |
5:35-5:40
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Thanks!Thanks for coming to the 14th annual gathering of online audio execs at RAIN Summit West! |
Anthony Bay
Rdio
CEO
Joanna Bloor
Consultant
Andy Bowers
Slate/ Panoply Media
Chief Content Officer
Amanda Brown
AudioBoom
COO
Heidi Browning
Pandora
Senior VP, Strategic Solutions
Brian Burdick
WideOrbit
EVP, Digital & Programmatic
Rob Cesternino
Rob Has a Podcast
Host
Simon Cole
7digital
CEO
Patrick Couch
Triton Digital
Director, Advertising Strategy
Matt Cutair
AudioHQ
CEO
Kurt Edwards
TalkSPORT
Int’l Commercial Director
Dan Granger
Oxford Media
CEO & Founder
Jay Green
AdLarge Media
VP, Digital Sales & Content Partnerships
Gary Greenstein
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Partner
Ted Gurley
Univision Communications
VP, Digital Sales
Michael Guarneiri
Nu Media Mix
Founder & CEO
Pat Higbie
XAPPmedia
CEO
Brad Hill
RAIN Enterprises
VP/ Managing Editor
Michael Jackel
Spotify
VP, West
Steve Jones
ABC News Radio
VP & General Manager
David Kert
Targetspot
Chief Revenue Officer
Gavin McGarry
Jumpwire Media
President
George Leith
Vendasta
VP, Sales
David Levin
BMI
VP, New Media & Strategic Development
Tom Leykis
Tom Leykis Show
Host
Alex Luke
The Valley Fund
Venture Capitalist
Beth Murphy
Deezer
CMO
David Oxenford
Wilkinson, Barker & Knauer LLP
Partner
Norm Pattiz
Podcast One
Founder/ CEO
Brad Prendergast
SoundExchange
Senior Counsel, Licensing & Enforcement
Ruth Presslaff
Presslaff Interactive
President
Shenan Reed
MEC Global
President, Digital
Larry Rosin
Edison Research
President
John Rosso
Triton Digital
President, Market Development
Matt Saraceni
121cast (Omny Personal Radio)
Head of Content
Kelly Shelton
Boostability
VP, Marketing
Matt Sunshine
The Center for Sales Strategy
Managing Partner
Alexis Van de Wyer
AdsWizz
CEO
Jeff Wender
The Nielsen Company
SVP, Digital