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CTV and Streaming Advertising Trends for 2026 Summit: Activation and Measuring CTV Campaigns | Behind the Numbers Special Edition

Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast · with Shruti Khatod, Benjamin Vandegrift · November 22, 2025 · 30 min

Summary

Leading brands are leveraging Connected TV (CTV) and streaming advertising to reach engaged audiences. This episode explores how to effectively activate and precisely measure these campaigns, offering insights into strategic implementation and optimization for ecommerce operators aiming to maximize their ad spend in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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Themes

paid acquisitionanalytics & attributionbrand & content

Topics covered

connected tv advertising strategiesstreaming advertising measurementroi of ctv campaignsaudience targeting in ctvprogrammatic ctv advertisingcross-channel attribution

Episode description

On today’s special edition podcast episode, we explore how leading brands are implementing successful CTV and streaming advertising campaigns and measuring their impact. EMARKETER Senior Analyst, Arielle Feger, hosts a panel with Shruti Khatod, SVP, Growth Marketing and Media Strategy at Nutrafol, and Benjamin Vandegrift, VP, Measurement Strategy & Innovation at the Video Advertising Bureau. Listen everywhere you find podcasts and watch on YouTube and Spotify. To learn more about our research and get access to PRO+ go to EMARKETER.com Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com © 2025 EMARKETER

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What does this episode say about paid acquisition?
Implement a robust cross-channel measurement framework that integrates CTV data with other marketing touchpoints to get a holistic view of customer journeys and optimize budget allocation.
What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Utilize first-party and third-party data effectively for precise audience segmentation and targeting in CTV campaigns, moving beyond broad demographics to reach high-intent customers.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Focus on ad verification and viewability solutions within CTV to combat ad fraud and ensure your ads are seen by real people, maximizing the return on your advertising investment.
What does this episode say about paid acquisition?
Develop a clear understanding of the evolving CTV ecosystem, differentiating between SVOD, AVOD, and FAST services to identify the most suitable platforms for your brand’s advertising goals.
What does this episode say about paid acquisition?
Leverage programmatic advertising capabilities for CTV to automate buying and selling, enabling more efficient campaign management and real-time optimization.

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