Alan Wolk

Alan Wolk is Co-Founder and Lead Analyst at the legendary media analyst firm TVREV. He is also credited for inventing the term “FAST” (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television).
Wolk has established himself as one of the industry's most influential thought leaders, especially noted for his deep understanding of the intersection of streaming and advertising.
What sets Wolk apart is his unique ability to demystify complex ideas in a manner that's easily understandable yet never oversimplified. This talent makes him a sought-after writer, speaker, and consultant, striking a rare balance between depth and accessibility in his communications.
His first book, Over The Top, How The Internet Is (Slowly But Surely) Changing The Television Industry, was featured as a cover story in the esteemed New York Review Of Books, and his newest work, The Collapse Of The Monoculture And The Rise Of Feudal Media is due out in September 2026.
Wolk regularly speaks about the future of television, both at conferences and to anyone who’ll listen.