Building Real Community With Virtual Audiences

Building Real Community With Virtual Audiences

From CES Tech Talk by Consumer Technology Association

February 24, 2026 · 10 min · Season 9 · Episode 21

About this episode

This episode explores how Roblox's creator-first model is transforming advertising and community engagement.

What happens when millions of immersive experiences meet a generation that expects to participate — not just watch? On Roblox, creators power the culture, community and commerce driving the platform forward. In this episode, Roblox leaders Stephanie Latham and Louqman Parampath unpack how a creator-first model is reshaping advertising — and why brands from fashion to financial services see Roblox as the place to reach the next generation.

People in this episode

Guests: Stephanie Latham, Louqman Parampath

Topics covered

  • community building
  • virtual audiences
  • creator economy
  • advertising
  • immersive experiences
  • Roblox

Keywords

  • Roblox
  • advertising
  • community
  • immersive experiences
  • creator economy
  • brands
  • next generation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Roblox, Consumer Technology Association

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