VidCon Anaheim

Alex Reeds is an executive specializing in media and digital entertainment. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Growth and Operations at Nickelodeon Digital and Unscripted Studio, Alex spearheads strategic initiatives to expand partnerships, platforms, and emerging media including podcasts. With prior roles at McKinsey, Razorfish, and Fullscreen Media, Alex brings extensive experience in strategy and audience development. His career spans partnerships with renowned companies such as Mattel, Target, Coca-Cola, and Kraft. Alex holds an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and an undergraduate degree from the New England Conservatory of Music.

Community Track

Beyond Bending: Reshaping the Social Narrative of Avatar: The Last Airbender

Location: Discover Stage

Thursday, June 27

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Featuring: Dante Basco, Janet Varney, Alex Reeds and more

Discover how creators on TikTok, YouTube, and podcast platforms are reshaping the narrative around beloved franchises like Avatar: The Last Airbender. This session will be led by Janet Varney (Voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (Voice of Prince Zuko), hosts of the award-winning official rewatch podcast, Braving the Elements. Engage with the cast of the animated series and other passionate creators as they share insights on their symbiotic relationship with the Avatarverse, the influence of the franchise on their content, and the unique bond they share with their fans. Get ready for an exhilarating discussion on the future trajectory of fan-driven content creation!

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