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- Media Presentation 9 December 5:10 - 5:20PM
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- Creator Economy Meetup 10 December 1:30 - 2:30PM
Content Business Meetup
A space bringing together content creators and UGC creators with brands and agencies to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration and deal opportunities. The session fostered open networking, meaningful conversations, and relationship-building in support of growing the creator economy.
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