Affiliate Summit West just wrapped up and quite a larger crowd than we’ve seen on the East Coast!

Yes, the conversations move fast. Yes, the market evolves even faster. But when you strip it down, the core themes stay consistent: performance, trust, and people who can execute.

It was great to re-connect with familiar faces and continue conversations that we started months ago: now with more context, more data, and clearer priorities this time around. And a special thanks to some of our partners Rohit Ajmani, Denys G., Sahil Walia for so many introductions & new relationships!

As usual, at Thrive Talent Solutions, we were on the lookout for hiring signals in the affiliate space. While Media Buyers are still top of mind (especially those who)…

– have the ability to take on significant risk & stay accountable,
– can build and maintain real partner relationships,
– use strong analytical judgment.

There’s also a real surge in all-around hiring needs. Developers. Creative folks. Sales. Customer success.

Tools, platforms, and traffic sources can change. The teams that win will always be built around the right people.

And that’s exactly where our focus is. Helping companies build durable talent models that empower growth.