THE HIDDEN POWER BEHIND CONTENT CREATION: DISTRIBUTION EXPLAINED || DAVE BEHAR || EPISODE 052
Distribution is the new currency In this episode, I sit down with Dave Behar, the visionary CEO and Founder of ICON, established in 2000. Dave has spent decades building and scaling ION – the Network of Champions – a powerful localized, interactive, multi-platform digital broadcast network. With a footprint that spans 25,000+ local channels, affiliates, and social platforms, ION connects audiences with content through sports, health, family, entertainment, nutrition, business, and more. Its mission is to empower creators, brands, organizations, athletes, and teams with distribution channels that guarantee reach, engagement, and ROI. During our conversation, Dave breaks down the evolving world of distribution and why it is the single most important piece for content creators today. He shares how ION’s unique model enables hyper-local and hyper-targeted programming, giving creators and brands the ability to not only share content but also monetize it effectively through social commerce, partnerships, and community-driven networks. Whether you’re an influencer, a business, or a creative entrepreneur, understanding distribution is key to scaling your message—and Dave explains exactly how ION delivers this advantage. This episode is packed with insights for anyone serious about growing in the digital space. From leveraging localized channels to maximizing brand reach across ION’s vast network, Dave offers a rare inside look at the future of content distribution. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your message in front of the right people—or how to turn your content into real impact and revenue—this conversation will give you the roadmap.