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Broadcast Pro
08-08-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
IBC 2025 reveals star-studded conference line-up
The Conference offers a mix of insight, provocation and practical strategy from an array of thought leaders, top industry figures and trailblazers from throughout the world. IBC 2025 has revealed a roster of speakers for its annual conference, uniting disruptive innovators and established leaders from the global media, entertainment and technology sectors. The three-day event, scheduled for September 12–14, at the RAI Amsterdam, will address the rapid changes shaping the industry — from AI-driven transformation and media fragmentation to new business models and audience engagement strategies. Featuring a mix of insight, provocation and practical strategies, the conference will host prominent names from across the media landscape. Non-traditional platforms such as Snap, TikTok and YouTube will share the stage with global giants like Netflix, Paramount Global and Walt Disney Studios, as well as emerging market players including JioStar India, kweliTV and TelevisaUnivision. Influential commentators like 'Media Universe Cartographer' Evan Shapiro and former News UK CEO Mike Darcey will also feature. Sally Watts, Head of Content for IBC, said: 'At a time when media's traditional borders are dissolving, the IBC Conference is where the entire global industry gathers to make sense of it all. Our 2025 programme reflects the urgency, experimentation, and imagination defining the sector – with a dynamic speaker line-up that spans social platforms, broadcasting giants, global streamers, major studios and infrastructure innovators.' The event opens on Friday with a CTO roundtable featuring Warner Bros. Discovery's Avi Saxena, ITV's Simon Farnsworth and Paramount's Phil Wiser. YouTube's Pedro Pina and Channel 4's Grace Boswood will discuss broadcaster-platform collaboration, while TikTok's Rollo Goldstaub examines sports content innovation. A panel on content partnerships will feature executives from A1 Group, Snap, Yahoo Mail, Sling TV and Sky. Saturday sessions include Netflix's Victor Marti and Vancouver Media's Migue Amoedo unveiling how production tools are revolutionising storytelling, followed by ABC's Damian Cronin on embedding AI into digital transformation. Evan Shapiro's headline talk, 'The New Normal,' will map shifting media dynamics, while a streaming strategy panel will bring together leaders from OUTtv, kweliTV, Everyone TV, JioStar India and Sky Deutschland. The 'MovieLabs – Leading the Vision' session will spotlight collaboration on the industry's 2030 Vision, with contributions from Disney, Sony Pictures, Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount. On Sunday, ProSiebenSat.1 PULS 4's Thomas Gruber will outline how JOYN is reshaping formats for younger audiences, while Fremantle's Jens Richter will discuss evolving distribution and financing strategies. The PGA Tour will demonstrate its award-winning use of drone-enabled augmented reality in live golf, before the conference concludes with Mike Darcey's session on 'Rights, Economics, and the New Shape of Broadcasting.' A cornerstone of the event, the IBC2025 Technical Papers Programme will feature 10 peer-reviewed sessions tackling real-world challenges in areas such as AI, AR, 5G, 6G, streaming latency, postproduction, content curation, speech processing, IP-based live production, privacy, video encoding, avatars and immersive media.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Questex's StreamTV Europe Announces Inaugural Advisory Board to Guide Continental Streaming Strategy
NEW YORK and LISBON, Portugal, July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- StreamTV Europe, the premier European edition of Questex's acclaimed StreamTV Show, today unveils its inaugural Advisory Board—an elite panel of industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries set to shape the future of streaming television across Europe. StreamTV Europe will run April 13-15, 2026 at the EPIC SANA LISBOA in Lisbon, Portugal. A Board Forged for European LeadershipThe Advisory Board brings together top executives from across content, technology, distribution, and marketing, offering a powerful mix of global perspective and regional expertise. Board members will help define programming topics, suggest cultural and market-based customization, and ensure that StreamTV Europe addresses the specific nuances and opportunities of the European ecosystem. Guided by Media Industry PioneersStreamTV Europe continues to benefit from the strategic leadership of two veteran streaming executives, Evan Shapiro (ESHAP) and Tony Goncalves (The Evrose Group), who will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of the Advisory Board. Their global track record—from leading-edge content platforms to technology integration—will be instrumental as Europe's unique streaming challenges take center stage. Europe's streaming landscape is evolving rapidly, with shifting content consumption patterns, localization demands, regulatory complexity, and emerging monetization models. Kevin Gray, Founder, StreamTV Show at Questex, said, 'Europe demands its own platform for collaboration and innovation. StreamTV Europe will serve as the hub where industry leaders come together to shape the future of streaming across the continent.' The Advisory Board will play a pivotal role in defining relevant tracks—from FAST channels and programmatic ad tech to cross-border content strategy and regulation—culminating in an unparalleled program at the April 13–15, 2026, event hosted at EPIC SANA Lisboa in Lisbon, Portugal. The Advisory Board includes: Pedro Almeida, Founder and CEO, MediaProbe Ross Appleton, General Manager UK, Tubi Gil Azevedo, Managing Director, Lisbon Unicorn Factory Kerry Ball, Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer, Britbox Francisco Balsemão, CEO, Grupo Impresa Kenechi Belusevic, VP Head of Distribution & Business Development, Warner Brothers Discovery Hannah Blyth, Head of TV, Prime Video UK, Amazon Matt Broughton, Director SmartTV Content & Services, LG Electronics Gus Grimaldi, Senior Director, Head of Samsung TV Plus EMEA, Samsung Electronics Graham Haigh, Chief Operating Officer, Zoo55, ITV Sidharth Jayant, Chief Product Officer, RakutenTV Katrina Kowalski, Senior Vice President, International Content Programming and Acquisitions for PlutoTV, Paramount Scott Melvin, CEO, The Overlap Tobi Pfalzgraff, SVP People & Marketing, Titan OS Pedro Pina, VP & Head, YouTube EMEA Marion Ranchet, Founder, Streaming Made Easy Vanda Rapti, Group EVP Viaplay Select & Content Distribution, Viaplay Matt Risley, Managing Director, Channel 4 Benedicte Steinsrud, Head of Acquisitions, Sky Albert-Jan Tebbe, Director Advanced Advertising, Liberty Global Doug Willock, VP Distribution Technology, Paramount Global To learn more about StreamTV Europe, visit For sponsorship opportunities, contact Scott Gruntorad. Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. About StreamTV EuropeStreamTV Europe isn't just another industry event—it's the launchpad for innovation across the European streaming landscape. With dynamic content, curated networking, and executive-level insights, it's where strategies are set, ideas take flight, and the future of streaming in Europe and beyond is defined. Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV Europe is the sister event to the flagship StreamTV Show in Denver, Colorado—widely recognized as the largest annual gathering for the U.S. streaming industry. Together, these events form a global platform for streaming leaders to connect, collaborate, and shape what's next. For more information, visit StreamTV Europe is supported by StreamTV Insider, the industry's go-to source for daily news and analysis. Visit to stay connected. StreamTV Europe runs April 13-15, 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal. StreamTV Show runs June 24-26, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. About Questex Questex helps people live better and longer. The company brings people together in the markets that help people live better—hospitality, operational real estate and wellness—and the industries that help people live longer—life sciences and healthcare—along with the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. In the experience economy, Questex connects its ecosystem through live events, enriched with data insights and digital communities, to deliver exceptional experiences and measurable results. It happens here. Media ContactCharlene SoucyStreamTV Show, Questexcsoucy@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Evan Shapiro to Keynote The Hollywood Reporter's Access Canada Summit
Evan Shapiro, known as the cartographer of the media universe, will be a keynote speaker at The Hollywood Reporter's inaugural Access Canada Summit, set to run during the upcoming Toronto Film Festival. Shapiro, a former top executive at NBCUniversal and Participant Media is expected to bring his trademark provocative mix of graphics, charts and analysis to the Access Canada Summit to reflect on the current, and future, state of the media industry. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Industry' Creators on How Their Storytelling and Characters Have Evolved (in Bleepable Ways) and HBO's "Fantastic Notes" Disney+ Inks New Deal to Bundle With Crave, TSN in Canada The Hollywood Reporter Sets Tonys Preshow Shapiro is also a veteran producer (Portlandia, Brick City) and a former president of IFC TV and Sundance Channel. The inaugural three-day Access Canada Summit event in Toronto, set to run Sept. 8-10 during TIFF's 2025 edition, will spotlight Canadian content producers navigating a global entertainment industry. Besides his keynote presentation, Shapiro will also host a small group of Access Canada Summit attendees at a private breakfast where winners of an upcoming draw can pose questions and discuss specific forecasts and opportunities in the unfolding global media space with the in-demand industry analyst and speaker. The Access Canada Summit event, to be held at the Omni King Edward Hotel, will include keynote speakers and panels and dealmaking between top creatives and decision-makers across the country, and have THR as its title media partner. The event will be produced by Access Canada, the producer of The Hollywood Reporter Women in Entertainment Canada event, which just concluded its second star-studded conference and awards show on May 29 in Toronto. More programming announcements the inaugural Summit, including keynote speakers, panels and workshops, curated meetings and networking opportunities, will be announced in the coming weeks. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Business Upturn
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Questex's StreamTV Show Unveils Powerhouse Lineup of Industry Leaders, Entertainers, and Athletes for 2025 Event
By GlobeNewswire Published on May 16, 2025, 00:00 IST New speakers also announced for Evan Shapiro's Media Universe Summit and Alan Wolk's TVREV Pre-Game Workshop NEW YORK, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex's StreamTV Show , the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, is bringing star power to Denver this June. The 2025 edition, taking place June 11–13 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Denver, CO, will feature a dynamic mix of influential executives, entertainment icons, and next-gen talent ready to shape the future of streaming. With the streaming landscape evolving at lightning speed, this year's lineup features a bold mix of top-tier industry voices, viral entertainers, and legendary athletes, delivering unmatched insights, networking, and entertainment for the streaming and connected TV ecosystem. Entertainment + Industry Collide: Key Highlights Big Boi , OutKast legend and 7-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform LIVE at The Big Bash , the show's high-energy, open-air party under the stars. Expect an unforgettable night of music and celebration. , OutKast legend and 7-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform at , the show's high-energy, open-air party under the stars. Expect an unforgettable night of music and celebration. Julian Lewis , 5-star quarterback phenom and University of Colorado commit, will speak at the Media Universe Summit on the panel, 'College Sports Media 101: A Primer on NILCONOMICS,' offering a rare perspective on the evolving landscape of athlete branding and media rights. , 5-star quarterback phenom and University of Colorado commit, will speak at the on the panel, offering a rare perspective on the evolving landscape of athlete branding and media rights. Trey Kennedy , viral comedian and actor with over 3 million followers, joins the event for an exclusive 1:1 interview at the StreamTV Live Studio , bringing his unique perspective on content creation, audience engagement, and digital fame. , viral comedian and actor with over 3 million followers, joins the event for an exclusive 1:1 interview at the , bringing his unique perspective on content creation, audience engagement, and digital fame. Shawne Merriman, former NFL All-Pro and Founder of Lights Out Sports TV, joins the panel 'Sports Content Distribution: Growth Strategies for the Streaming Era,' spotlighting how athletes-turned-entrepreneurs are reshaping the content game. Newly Confirmed Speakers Include Top Executives from Leading Organizations Tony Brown, Vice President, Digital Business Operations & Product, Scripps Network Pamela Duckworth, Head of Fubo Studios, Fubo Robinne Eller, Executive Director, Starz Ashley Hovey, Chief Digital Officer, The CW Network Huda Kazi, Vice President, Ad Technology & Operations, Warner Bros Discovery Eric Ratchman, Chief Revenue Officer, FanDuel Sports Network Romina Rosado, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Hispanic Streaming, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Mayur Srinivasan, Senior Vice President, Digital Video Platform, Fox Seni Tienabeso, Vice President, ABC News Matt Van Houten, Senior Vice President, Product, Ad Ops Systems & Services & Business Development, DirecTV Featured speakers for Evan Shapiro's highly anticipated Media Universe Summit Andrew Yaffe, CEO, Dude Perfect Linette Zaulich, Head of B2C, ZDF Studios Jonathan Thompson, CEO, Everyone TV Shawn Silverman, Global Head of Marketing, PlutoTV Danyel Mendoza, Vice President, Programming Strategy & Content Planning, Disney Geo Pao, EVP, Strategy and Digital, Shout Factory Michelle Gelman, Global Head of Content and Core Products, Nielsen Speakers Announced for Alan Wolk's TVREV's Pre-Game Workshop: The Future of Streamonomics Jen Gale, Director, Digital Advertising Sales, Xumo Chris Young, Chief Financial Officer, The Weather Group Dawn Williamson, Chief Revenue Officer, Comcast Advertising Joel Cox, Co-Founder & EVP of Innovation & Strategy, Strategus Lab Matt Durgin, VP, North America Content and Services, LG Bernd Riefler, Founder and CEO, Veed 'Our goal is to bring together the sharpest minds shaping the future of streaming,' said Kevin Gray, VP, Experiential Technology, Questex. 'This new group of speakers brings unmatched expertise, diverse perspectives, and hands-on experience that attendees can immediately apply to their own business strategies.' 2025 StreamTV Show Agenda Themes Innovative Approaches to Streaming Advertising Enhancing Viewer Engagement and Retention Leveraging Data for Personalization Optimizing Content Distribution and Strategic Partnerships Enhancing Speed, Quality, and Real-Time Engagement in Live Streaming Can't Miss Experience for the Streaming Industry Over 200 speakers, thousands of attendees, and three days of nonstop networking, learning, and fun await at #StreamTVShow—the ultimate gathering for the people shaping streaming's next era. For more information and to register, visit . Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , X , Instagram and YouTube. Don't miss your chance to be part of the streaming TV event of the year. Register to attend StreamTV Show here . About The StreamTV Show StreamTV Show isn't just a market and expo – it's a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped. Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry's largest annual event. For more information, visit . The StreamTV Show is supported by the event's official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry's daily monitor. For more information, visit . About Questex Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. Media ContactCharlene SoucyStreamTV Show [email protected] Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Questex's StreamTV Show Expands Footprint to Europe with Inaugural Event in Lisbon, Portugal
The Industry's Leading Streaming Event Arrives in Europe April 12-14, 2026 NEW YORK, April 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Questex's StreamTV Show, the premier event for streaming industry professionals, is expanding its global presence with the launch of StreamTV Europe, set for April 12-14, 2026, at the stunning EPIC SANA LISBOA hotel in Lisbon, Portugal. Building on the success of its flagship North American event, StreamTV Europe will convene the top minds in streaming, content distribution, technology, and advertising to tackle the rapidly evolving landscape of global streaming from shifting content consumption patterns to emerging monetization strategies, and more. "As the streaming industry continues to grow globally, Europe presents a dynamic and diverse market that demands its own platform for collaboration and innovation," said Kevin Gray, VP and Market Leader, Experiential Technology at Questex. "StreamTV Europe will serve as the hub where industry leaders, disruptors, and decision-makers come together to shape the future of streaming across the continent." With the streaming industry experiencing rapid transformation, StreamTV Europe will be the definitive destination for executives, content creators, advertisers, and technology leaders to exchange ideas, uncover new business opportunities, and build the partnerships that will define the future of media. Collaboration with Industry Leaders StreamTV Europe is partnering with Evan Shapiro of ESHAP and Tony Goncalves of The Evrose Group, two of the industry's most influential voices, to drive the next evolution of streaming. With their deep expertise in media, technology, and consumer behavior, they bring unparalleled insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the European market. Together, StreamTV Europe is setting the stage for Europe's next great market, where the most important partnerships will be forged, and innovation brought to life. Shapiro, renowned 'media cartographer,' emphasized the need for a streaming event in Europe, "Europe is a perfect microcosm for the challenges and opportunities in Streaming content - with Broadcasters, Big Tech, Big Media, and Creators competing, collaborating, and aggregating attention and economics. Now is the perfect moment to debate our issues and plan our future, in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.' Goncalves, media and technology executive, who spearheaded the launch of HBO MAX (now MAX) highlighted the importance of global collaboration, "Content and technology have no borders, yet each market has its varying degrees of complexity. Importing and exporting insights is incredibly valuable. By gathering some of the industries most influential figures in the innovation capital of Europe, this event will shape the future of media - on one stage.' What to Expect at StreamTV Show Europe 1,000+ Attendees - Networking for top executives, decision makers and innovators shaping the streaming landscape 100+ Speakers - global industry pioneers and European market leaders sharing their stories Unmatched networking - from strategic partnerships through curated events and AI-powered matchmaking 65+ Sponsors & Exhibitors - cutting edge solutions driving the next wave of streaming technology Exclusive insights - keynotes, panel discussions, and deep-dive sessions covering content, advertising, technology, and regional streaming trends For more information and updates on StreamTV Europe, visit Interested in speaking or sponsoring? Click here to learn more. Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. About StreamTV Show StreamTV Show isn't just a conference - it's a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the industry's largest annual event for next gen video programming distribution. For more information, visit StreamTV Show is supported by the event's official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry's daily monitor. For more information, visit About QuestexQuestex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. Media ContactCharlene SoucyThe StreamTV Showcsoucy@ in to access your portfolio
