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TripleLift Appoints Kendra Anderson as VP of Product Management to Lead CTV Strategy

In a significant move for the digital advertising landscape, TripleLift, the creative supply-side platform powered by TL Spark, has named Kendra Anderson as the new Vice President of Product Management. This strategic appointment comes at a pivotal time for the Connected Television (CTV) sector, which is experiencing explosive growth in advertising spend.

The Importance of CTV in Advertising

With investment in CTV advertising surpassing $30 billion and continuing to witness double-digit growth, companies are seeking innovative leadership to navigate this budding sector. The introduction of FAST and other ad-supported formats has made this segment the fastest-growing within the industry. However, the rapid growth has brought challenges, including inadequate infrastructure to support increased supply and viewership, resulting in declining fill rates and unmonetized premium inventory.

Kendra Anderson's Background

Kendra joins TripleLift after her recent role at Fox's Tubi Media Group, where she oversaw the comprehensive ad stack solutions and decision-making infrastructure. Her contributions during her tenure at Fox were significant, especially during the major transition when Hulu was sold to Disney. Her leadership in rebuilding critical advertising platforms has equipped her with the skills necessary to enhance TripleLift's CTV programs.

Timothy Jasionowski, the Chief Product Technology Officer at TripleLift, expressed confidence in Anderson's capabilities, stating, “Kendra has spent her career building the infrastructure that keeps major streaming platforms monetized. That’s exactly the kind of builder we want for CTV.” He emphasized the urgency of developing tools to support the burgeoning demand for FAST and ad-supported inventory – a market gap that Anderson is uniquely qualified to address due to her extensive experience.

The Challenges Ahead

Anderson herself has noted the challenges regarding monetizing ad-supported inventory in her past experiences. “I’ve spent my whole career on the publisher side, watching a huge amount of FAST and fully ad-supported inventory go unmonetized,” she said. Her transition to TripleLift was driven by the company's openness to understand and quickly adapt to the needs of this rapidly evolving segment, which she sees as a substantial opportunity.

Looking Forward

In her new role, Anderson will lead the investment in next-generation CTV-first infrastructure at TripleLift. This investment is paramount to bridging the gap between supply and demand in the CTV advertising space. By focusing on enhancing existing CTV offerings, she aims to ensure that publishers can leverage their inventory effectively, maximizing yield while preserving high-quality user experiences.

As TripleLift continues to innovate with its business model, Kendra Anderson's strategic direction is sure to play a critical role in shaping the future of connected television advertising. For those interested in learning more about TripleLift and its offerings, the company invites you to visit triplelift.com.

About TripleLift

Founded with a mission to transform the digital advertising landscape, TripleLift is recognized for its cutting-edge supply-side platform (SSP) powered by TL Spark. The company integrates creative elements, supply, audience insights, and measurement into a cohesive system that delivers outcome-driven results across the open internet, retail media, and CTV. Through its innovative technology, TripleLift enables brands to enhance their performance while allowing publishers to maximize returns and ensure quality experiences for users.