VidCon Joins LIONS Portfolio: 18 Creator Economy Executives on What It Will Take to Secure Permanent Brand Budgets

USACreator EconomyCreator EconomyInfluencer MarketingSocial CommerceNet Influencer · September 25, 2026 at 12:17 PM
VidCon Joins LIONS Portfolio: 18 Creator Economy Executives on What It Will Take to Secure Permanent Brand Budgets

VidCon has joined the LIONS portfolio, a significant move in the creator economy. This development involves 18 creator economy executives who share their insights on what it will take to secure permanent brand budgets, indicating a shift in how brands approach influencer marketing and creator partnerships.

The integration of VidCon into the LIONS portfolio matters for social commerce as it highlights the growing importance of creator-led initiatives and the need for brands to establish lasting relationships with creators. This move could pave the way for more sustainable and effective influencer marketing strategies, ultimately benefiting the social commerce ecosystem.

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