The first wave of speakers for PI LIVE USA and IMS USA is here.
This April, we’re bringing together the brightest minds in affiliate, partnership, and influencer marketing for a week of insight, collaboration, and innovation in beautiful Hollywood, Florida.
Right now, the affiliate marketing industry is navigating a period of uncertainty.
As brands, publishers, and networks adapt to shifting market conditions, it’s more important than ever that we come together to share knowledge, tackle challenges, and uncover new opportunities.
PI LIVE USA is built for this moment, bringing diverse voices to the stage to offer real solutions and forward-thinking strategies.
Meanwhile, IMS USA will spotlight the pioneers shaping the creator economy. From major platforms to cutting-edge brands and agencies, our speakers are setting the standard for what’s next in influencer marketing.
We'll be exploring the evolution of 'always on' creator partnerships, how brands can create their own cultural moments, and the power of digital influence.
One pass, full access. Whether you're here for PI LIVE or IMS, one ticket grants you entry to both shows – so you can make the most of every session, connection, and conversation.
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Meet a selection of our speakers!
Aaron Paul
Aaron Paul is the CEO and Founder of Paul Street, one of the fastest-growing affiliate and partner marketing agencies. He drives innovative strategies that connect brands with audiences, fostering impactful partnerships that enhance visibility and growth. Aaron is dedicated to reshaping affiliate marketing and helping clients achieve their business goals.
Brook Schaaf
Brook Schaaf is a longtime affiliate marketer, in-house program manager, agency owner, and co-founder and CEO of FMTC. His company processes monetized coupon and product data for enterprise affiliate marketers, providing streamlined solutions to maximize revenue. With deep industry expertise, Brook is a vocal and trusted advocate of the affiliate channel and a proponent of its true potential.
Camilla Cho
Camilla Cho, SVP of eCommerce at Vox Media, leads affiliate revenue and new business initiatives. She oversees eCommerce across top brands, including The Strategist, The Verge, and Eater. Camilla drives growth through strategic content, leveraging editorial influence to generate revenue while shaping the future of media-driven commerce.
Alex Matthews
Alex Matthews leads the Retail team at Cardlytics, leveraging data from two-thirds of U.S. credit and debit transactions to drive measurable incrementality. Previously, he led mobile advertising at Yahoo and AOL. A die-hard Philly sports fan, he lives in Marin with his British wife and dual-citizen daughters, Millie and Mabel.
Tom Rathbone
Tom Rathbone heads Product Development and Analytics at PartnerCentric, focusing on incrementality, attribution, and measurement challenges in affiliate marketing. He develops data-driven solutions that enhance transparency and performance. With deep expertise in analytics, Tom is dedicated to refining how partnerships are tracked, optimized, and evaluated in the evolving digital landscape.
Kathryn Rossi
Kathryn Rossi is a growth and performance marketing leader with 13+ years of experience in demand generation, ABM, and marketing automation. She excels at turning data into actionable insights, optimizing revenue, and aligning marketing with sales.
Andres Diaz
Andres Diaz is a creator marketing expert who helps brands connect with consumers through influencers. Passionate about sports and music, he draws inspiration from cultural moments to craft impactful campaigns. A firm believer in influencer marketing’s transformative power, he reimagines YouTube as a driver of brand success and audience engagement.
Olivia Prendergast
Olivia Prendergast is an Associate Director at Ogilvy, specializing in integrated 360° social, influencer, and brand campaigns. She crafts strategies that seamlessly blend culture, creativity, and performance to elevate brand recognition. With a keen eye for cultural engagement, Olivia helps brands navigate and thrive in the ever-evolving social media landscape.
Aneesh Lal
Aneesh Lal is the founder of The Wishly Group, a B2B creator economy agency. With 20 years of experience and $50M in closed B2B sales, he’s called the “Jerry Maguire of LinkedIn.” His team has booked $1M+ in revenue, representing top B2B creators and driving brand partnerships with content marketing.
Molly Tracy
Molly Tracy is the founder and CEO of VRAI, a boutique talent management and influencer marketing agency. With 12+ years in the creator economy, she specializes in lifestyle, wellness, and motherhood influencers. Molly blends brand strategy with storytelling, expanding her clients’ digital footprints through curated partnerships and impactful content.
Keith Bendes
Keith Bendes, VP of Strategy at Linqia, is a Forbes-recognized expert in marketing and technology. He co-hosts Creator Economy Live, contributes to Forbes, and has developed influencer strategies for Unilever, McDonald’s, and Pepsi. A global speaker, he helps brands harness influencer marketing’s potential to drive engagement, awareness, and business growth.
Joanna Hughston
Joanna Hughston leads marketing and communications at Goat, a global social and creator marketing agency. With a decade in brand and agency marketing, she’s produced thought leadership reports and research on social strategy. Passionate about consumer behavior and digital culture, she explores YouTube’s impact on brand engagement and strategy.
Todd Crawford
Todd Crawford, Co-Founder and VP of Strategic Initiatives at impact.com, is a pioneer in online marketing. A key player in CJ’s early success, he’s a leading advocate for partnership marketing. With deep expertise in performance-driven strategies, Todd continues to shape the evolution of affiliate and partnership marketing worldwide.
