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Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon, advocates for a shift from influencer-driven content to supporting creators through subscription-based services. Since founding Patreon in 2013 to support his band, Conte has grown the platform to pay out over $2 billion annually to creators. He envisions an internet where people are more connected to artists they love rather than content optimized for phone engagement. In recent discussions, Conte highlighted the differences between influencers and creators and emphasized the importance of fostering genuine artist-fan relationships.