Prime Video's VP, Live Sports Product and Engineering Eric Orme Reflects on Thursday Night Football and the Growth of Live Streaming Sports at Amazon Orme was a keynote speaker at the 2024 SVG Digital Engagement Forum By Brandon Costa, Director of Digital
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 - 9:41 am
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Over the past few years, Prime Video has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in live sports, both in the United States and globally. With the second season of Thursday Night Football under its belt - and with a wealth of other live sports properties to deliver - what innovations are the emerging powerhouse delivering to drive deeper engagement in the live game?
In this keynote conversation from the 2024 SVG Digital Engagement Forum, Prime Video's VP, Live Sports Product and Engineering Eric Orme offers an industry insider's look at TNF, Prime Video Sports, and the present and future of live sports streaming.
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Prime Video's VP, Live Sports Product and Engineering Eric Orme Reflects on Thursday Night Football and the Growth of Live Streaming Sports at Amazon Orme was a keynote speaker at the 2024 SVG Digital Engagement Forum By Brandon Costa, Director of Digital 
