Tom Dodson, VP Platform Operations, Roku

Tom Dodson is vice president of platform operations at Roku, where he played a pivotal role in launching The Roku Channel in 2017 — now one of the most popular free streaming services in the U.S. He leads cross-functional collaboration with engineering, product, advertising and business teams to deliver innovative viewing experiences across Roku, including The Roku Channel and discovery features like the Sports Zone.

Dodson oversees content operations and live operations, driving the growth of Roku’s content library through partnerships with major studios, networks and distributors and spearheading the rollout of new products and features that enhance how millions of viewers discover and enjoy content.

Before joining Roku, Dodson led business development and operations at OVGuide.com, a pioneer in online video aggregation. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.