603 Perkins Miller: CEO of Fandom

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I’m joined by Perkins Miller, CEO of Fandom, the world's largest fan platform for entertainment and gaming, as they celebrate their 20th anniversary this month! Perkins shares the incredible evolution of Fandom from its early days as Wikia to becoming the go-to platform for fans worldwide, boasting over 350 million unique visitors per month. We dive into how Fandom has carved out its space in the media landscape, providing a deep, engaging experience for fans of pop culture, gaming, TV, and film.
Perkins offers an inside look at how Fandom balances user experience with monetization and the role of advertising in supporting the platform. We also discuss Fandom's unique approach to community management and content moderation, ensuring that it remains a positive and inclusive space for fans. Perkins sheds light on how Fandom is embracing AI, virtual reality, and the metaverse to enhance fan engagement, as well as the strategies behind their key acquisitions that have amplified the platform's offerings.
As Fandom marks two decades of bringing fans and creators together, Perkins shares how they’re celebrating this milestone and what the future holds for the platform. Tune in to hear Perkins’ insights on how Fandom is navigating the rapidly changing media landscape, maintaining the integrity of its user-generated content, and what's next for this dynamic platform. If you’re a fan of anything pop culture or interested in the intersection of media, technology, and community, you won’t want to miss this episode! Now on The Kara Goldin Show.

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To learn more about Perkins Miller and Fandom:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/perkins-miller/
https://www.instagram.com/getfandom/
https://x.com/getfandom/
https://www.fandom.com/

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