Fairfield University To Host 'Streaming Wars' Event

Via Fairfield University:

FAIRFIELD, CT — As the number of streaming services continues to grow, consumers are left to determine which providers are right for them, while also considering whether to cancel their cable subscriptions. To examine the topic of streaming wars and the impact on consumers, Fairfield Dolan will host a panel discussion with subject matter experts in the field, alongside Fairfield faculty members from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday in the Dolan School Event Hall. This event is free and open to the public. A light breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m., and the event will begin at 9 a.m.

The morning panel will be comprised of: cg42 managing partner and CNBC Squawk Box guest Stephen Beck, class of 1992; senior vice president of strategy and operations at Hearst Newspapers Digital Media Bridget Williams; and assistant professor of communication Adam Rugg. The panel will be moderated by Fairfield StartUp Program Director Chris Huntley, associate professor of information systems and operations management.

Together, panelists will explore the changes in consumer media consumption; evaluate the players, from streaming wars powerhouses to minor players, and everyone in between; and discuss how the introduction of new streaming services is disrupting the industry, and the impact on consumers.