Laura Florence brings nearly 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry to her current position as SVP, Global FAST Channels at Fremantle. Previously serving as SVP & GM Digital at Chicken Soup for the Soul, she oversaw Redbox and Crackle+ digital platforms, including TVOD, AVOD, FAST channels and FAST distribution for the channel portfolio to over 120 endpoints across 15 platforms. Her responsibilities also encompassed content strategy and operations for the company’s Distribution & Production groups. Her previous roles include leading North American Sales & Marketing for Gravitas Ventures, Sales & Brand Management at Millennium/Alchemy and working on Live Events & Original Programming at Comcast/E! Networks.