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Rory Brown
Chief Brand Officer, Patreon
Rory Brown joined Patreon as Chief Brand Officer in February 2023.12 He brings extensive experience in media, content, and digital strategy to this role.
Career Background
Prior to joining Patreon, Brown held several notable positions:
- Group Vice President of Content & Media at Lovevery (September 2021 - March 2023)
- Head of Digital and SVP at ViacomCBS (April 2019 - August 2021)
- President at Bleacher Report (January 2016 - December 2018)
Brown spent over a decade at Bleacher Report, starting as an Assignment Desk Editor in 2008 and working his way up to President by 2016.2
Education
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Media Studies and Journalism from the University of San Francisco, which he completed between 2001 and 2005.2
Role at Patreon
As Chief Brand Officer at Patreon, Brown is part of the executive team working to expand the platform's offerings for creators. He has been involved in Patreon's recent strategic initiatives, including:
- Launching new commerce tools to help creators sell individual digital goods
- Introducing free subscription options for creators
- Focusing on building direct relationships between creators and their fans, rather than relying on algorithmic discovery3
Brown emphasizes Patreon's commitment to helping creators build sustainable businesses and fostering lasting connections with their audiences.13
