Amsterdam, Netherlands, 27 July 2023 – 24i, the video streaming user experience expert, today announced that it is strengthening its leadership team with the appointment of Sebastian Braun as SVP Products. In his new role, Braun will lead product innovation across 24i’s lineup of award-winning streaming solutions for broadcasters, OTT and pay TV service providers to stay ahead of the competitive curve.
Braun brings more than 15 years of experience in the video, digital media and streaming solutions industry, leading product teams to successfully launch and maintain profitable enterprise software products. Most recently, he was the Head of Streaming Video Business & Product Management at Verimatrix where he established a culture of cross-organizational stakeholder management and product training as well as guided his team to substantial year-over-year annual recurring revenue growth. Braun has also held key product management roles in the sphere of analytics and advanced advertising, including at TiVo, where he developed consumer streaming apps, and DivX where he created and implemented e-commerce and software distribution strategies for the company’s online channels and consumer video solutions.
“Sebastian’s approach to creating a unified product vision, defining sound strategies and fostering collaboration makes him a great addition to our team,” said Donald McGarva, CEO of 24i. “I am confident that his analytical and customer-centric perspective will further accelerate the trajectory of innovation around our solutions as we continue to expand globally and disrupt the streaming video market.”
“I am excited to be joining 24i at such a period of transformation in the video streaming industry,” said Braun. “The growing demand for data-driven video delivery presents an opportunity for us to provide cost-effective, personalized TV experiences that allow our customers to stand out from their competitors. I am confident that the company’s innovative solutions will continue to redefine how video providers deploy compelling services, engage viewers, and foster loyalty.”
About 24i
24i creates irresistible video experiences that simply wow viewers to keep our customers ahead of the streaming curve. Our modular software solutions maximize flexibility and time to market—from a fully cloud-based platform for VOD, FAST and live TV, to a complete TV-as-a-Service solution.
An Aferian plc (AIM: AFRN) group company, we help OTT services, broadcasters and pay TV operators launch differentiated video streaming services, operate efficiently and grow their brands and revenue. Our customers include telecoms companies like KPN, Telenor Sweden, Vodafone Iceland and Entel, broadcasters such as UK TV, KAN and NPO, and OTT service providers including BroadwayHD, Pure Flix and MGM+. For more, visit 24i.com.
