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March 2, 2022

Power Struggle at the Streaming Mascots Alliance: An Inside Look

In a world where digital content reigns supreme, the Streaming Mascots Alliance (SMA) has stood as a pillar of unity, advocating for fair streaming practices and fostering a community of passionate members. However, recent developments have cast a shadow over the once harmonious organization, revealing a power struggle that threatens to undermine its very foundation. The Calm Before the Storm For years, the SMA has been led by a dedicated team of officers, including President Dan Sinclair, Vice President Bindi, […]
December 16, 2021

AGM Minutes December 2021

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Streaming Mascots Alliance (SMA) Date: December 16, 2021Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Virtual Meeting (via Zoom)Attendees: Agenda: Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Dan Sinclair at 10:05 AM. Approval of Previous AGM Minutes The minutes of the previous AGM held on December 14, 2020, were reviewed.Motion: To approve the minutes of the 2020 AGM.Moved by: BindiSeconded by: BrienneOutcome: Approved unanimously. President’s Report Dan Sinclair presented the […]
October 5, 2020
NAB 2021

2020- The year with no trade shows.

Trade shows are the lifeblood of the broadcast biz. It’s where deals are made, knowledge is passed and internet acquaintances become friends. Due to the pandemic, it has been impossible for trade shows to happen. We’re in full support of the decisions that have been made this year to cancel the trade shows. We have however missed the buffet dinners in Las Vegas, the stroopwafels in Amsterdam and will miss the bagels in NYC. We especially miss seeing all of […]
May 5, 2020

Trying times.

This has been a tough time for everyone. The Covid-19 pandemic has affected our friends and families and our thoughts go to everyone. Please remain safe, be careful and look out for your neighbours.
November 3, 2019

AGM Minutes- November 2019

Official AGM Meeting Minutes – Monday, November 4th, 2019 5:06:08 am – Meeting called to order by President Dan Sinclair (PDS) Vice President Bindi (VPB) nominates Whitley G. Shark for associate membership.  2nd by Quenton (QN). Vote called for by Harry Hotdog (HH).  Nomination passes 5-1  (1 abstention) 5:09:17– VPB nominates Rooney for provisional membership.  2nd by QN. Vote called for by Harry Hotdog (HH).  Nomination passes 5-1 (1 abstention) 5:11:32 –  Secretary Spiny Norman (SSN) moves the members take […]
September 26, 2019
streaming Mascots Alliance IBC

The first ever SMA European trade show meetup!

IBC 2019 saw the first ever Streaming Mascots Alliance European meetup! In the above photo you can see Dan, Spiny and Whitley gathered together at the StreamShark booth at IBC. A great time was had by all! There were plenty of stories and escapades shared over Tim Tams and luke warm stroopwaffels. Unfortunately Harry was forced to remain at the vMix booth to make sure that at least 1 SMA member was doing their job! You never know who might […]
September 20, 2019
Streaming Mascots Alliance- Harry Hotdog

Harry hits the spotlight!

This year at IBC 2019, there was a real change whispering through the winds, ushering in a new Streaming Mascots Alliance superstar. Although Dan Sinclair has been the face of the vMix Media Conglomerate for many years, not many people know that Harry has played a pivotal behind-the-scenes role. Harry has decided to take a brave step forward to become more visible among the vMix ranks and it’s really paid off. He’s heavily featured on 2 of the 3 vMix […]
August 2, 2019

SMA Featured Member: Spiny Q Norman

In these blog posts we like to ask the Streaming Mascots Alliance members 7 questions to find out a little more about them! What’s your favourite movie? Hedgehog in the Fog by Yuriy Norshteyn Where’s your favourite place in the world to be? Under a well-trimmed Portugese laurel. Is your biggest weakness that you work too much? That, and mealy worms.  I just can’t resist a good crunchy mealy worm. Can you? Describe yourself in a sentence… Member of a […]