5:00 PM |
Early Registration
Brickell 5:00 PM-8:00 PM |
8:00 AM |
Ateliere Delegate Lounge
Mezzanine 8:00 AM-6:00 PM Continental Breakfast
Trianon 8:00 AM-10:00 AM Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-7:00 PM |
8:15 AM |
Breakfast with a Commissioner
Bayfront A 8:15 AM-9:15 AM Advance sign-up was required. An informal networking opportunity for delegates to meet with commissioning and development execs over continental breakfast & coffee. These are NOT pitch sessions — just a fantastic networking opportunity. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Breakfast with a Commissioner should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]() ![]()
Table host
Guy DaviesCommissioning Editor (VP) Factual Channel 5 and Paramount+ Channel 5 & Paramount+ ![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Heather WilliamsonSenior Production Executive, Original Programming, Factual & Reality Bell Media ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Speed Networking
Junior Ballroom 8:15 AM-9:15 AM These networking sessions are designed for you to meet many unscripted and non-fiction executives in a short, speed-dating style. Speed Networking is open to all Realscreen Summit delegates and is NOT a pitch session. Access to Speed Networking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is filled. |
9:30 AM |
Keynote Conversation: Jason Sarlanis, Warner Bros. Discovery
Biscayne 9:30 AM-10:15 AM Realscreen Summit kicks off with an opening keynote featuring Jason Sarlanis, President of TNT, TBS, TruTV, ID & HLN, Linear and Streaming. Sarlanis oversees programming development and production for the networks, including many of the ID true crime originals that also stream on Max and discovery+. During his opening keynote interview, Sarlanis will discuss the current content climate for unscripted programming, how to bring buzzworthy hits to air, and his POV on areas of growth in a challenging time for the industry. Speaking![]() ![]() |
10:15 AM |
Networking Coffee Break
10:15 AM-10:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
AI, IRL
Chopin 10:30 AM-11:15 AM While AI has been the subject of much speculation and hand-wringing as of late, the truth is that various iterations of the advancing technology have been in play for years, providing efficiencies and aiding workflow across industries. And in contrast to the doom-and-gloom predictions, more and more producers are learning how to use the tech “for good” – whether it’s in the development process, during shooting, in the edit suite, and beyond. This session will focus on the myriad ways that AI and GAI can, and will, positively impact unscripted and non-fiction production going forward, with tips from savvy producers and experts on how to best use the tech for creative and practical purposes. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Genre Jams: Dating & Relationships
Sevilla 10:30 AM-11:15 AM Learn what's on the horizon for some of the hottest unscripted genres. Hear about future plans and priorities from a mini panel of production and network execs, followed by audience Q&A. No sign-up required. We'll fill space on a first-come, first-seated basis until we reach room capacity. Inclusion in your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() Speed Pitching I
Merrick 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Advance sign-up was required. Programming execs, each at their own table, will takeone-on-one, (3) three-minute pitches. Get coveted one-on-one time with executives who have the power to steer your project to a greenlight. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Speed Pitching should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late will result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. No pairs or team pitching to a host. These meetings are one-on-one. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
11:30 AM |
Creative collabs: The future of funding
Chopin 11:30 AM-12:15 PM With more and more buyers in need of content that stands out in a crowded market, the smart money is on creative collaboration. This panel will explore ways to identify and secure the strategic partnerships that will elevate and de-risk your projects, from combining resources and expertise, to finding the right pieces -- and partners -- for the funding puzzle. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 30 Minutes With Sean Gottlieb, A&E
Flagler 11:30 AM-12:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() 30 Minutes With Charlie Parsons, National Geographic
Sevilla 11:30 AM-12:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() |
12:15 PM |
Lunch
Ole & Trianon 12:15 PM-1:30 PM |
12:30 PM |
Lunch with a Commissioner
Bayfront A 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Advance sign-up was required. An informal networking opportunity for delegates to meet with commissioning and development execs over lunch. These are NOT pitch sessions — just a fantastic networking opportunity. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Lunch with a Commissioner should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Federico RuizVice President, Commissioning Editor Unscripted Originals Channel 5 & Paramount+ ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Meet a Distributor (Lunch)
Junior Ballroom 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Advance sign-up was required. We’ve assembled some of the top distributors in unscripted and non-fiction entertainment to provide you the expertise you need to get your project made and sold. Sign up for the opportunity to receive real-time global market intel. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Meet a Distributor (Lunch) should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
1:30 PM |
How creators will revolutionize entertainment -- and your business
Chopin 1:30 PM-2:15 PM We're seeing more of the top tier of the creatorsphere making the move from social media video platforms to other, deep-pocketed media outlets. But it's not all about MrBeast-sized packages, as creators, influencers and social media mavens of various stripes are also gaining audiences by extending their brands to linear TV and FAST. And with these multi-platform ambitions come opportunities for producers to join forces and benefit from the creator economy. Here, executives from the production and network spheres, along with those ironing out the deals and the creators crossing platforms, share their insights on the evolving intersection of unscripted entertainment and the creator community. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 30 Minutes With Laura Crowson & Nicole Kaye, Discovery Channel
Flagler 1:30 PM-2:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. In partnership with Universal Production Music Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() |
2:15 PM |
Networking Break
2:15 PM-2:30 PM |
2:30 PM |
Sustainability in unscripted: Leading the conversation, walking the talk
Chopin 2:30 PM-3:15 PM When it comes to what’s worth talking about, driving sustainability change tops the list. Cyle Zezo of eco-entertainment org Reality of Change leads a frank discussion with network execs and producers on the role the industry needs to play -- from development through to production practices -- and how the unscripted sector is stepping up with compelling programming that entertains as well as educates. This important session will also present key findings from an industry-wide unscripted climate advisory committee led by Reality of Change and the global environmental non-profit Rare, and will serve as the launchpad for a new industry-wide initiative designed to create impact and raise awareness. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
2:45 PM |
30 Minutes With Max Micallef, History Channel
Flagler 2:45 PM-3:15 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() 30 Minutes With David Stefanou, Hallmark Channel
Sevilla 2:45 PM-3:15 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() |
3:15 PM |
Networking Coffee Break
3:15 PM-3:30 PM |
3:30 PM |
Agents on agency: Skate to where the puck is going
Chopin 3:30 PM-4:15 PM It's been a roller-coaster ride for the unscripted content business, but when it comes to finding a viable path forward, an agent's practical knowledge of the buying market and their entrepreneurial approach to manifesting deals is extremely valuable. Key unscripted agents will share their thoughts on where opportunity lies in the shape-shifting world that is the industry today -- from exploring new revenue streams to honing in on hot genres, and more. Speaking![]() Hayden K. MeyerAgency Partner, EVP, Head of Alternative & Factual Programming, Senior Agent IAG Independent Artist Group ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Speed Pitching II
Merrick 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Advance sign-up was required. Programming execs, each at their own table, will takeone-on-one, (3) three-minute pitches. Get coveted one-on-one time with executives who have the power to steer your project to a greenlight. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Speed Pitching should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late will result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. No pairs or team pitching to a host. These meetings are one-on-one. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking![]()
Table host
Theresa GrahamDirector, Unscripted Content, Competition & Game Shows NBCUniversal Entertainment ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
3:45 PM |
30 Minutes With Dane Joseph, Hulu/ABC/Freeform
Sevilla 3:45 PM-4:15 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() |
4:30 PM |
Summit Showdown: Pitch for Good!
Biscayne 4:30 PM-5:30 PM Realscreen Summit's highly-anticipated live international pitch competition returns for another year with a new goal: Pitch for Good! This year, Partners in Kind, a production company and equity fund specializing in social impact in entertainment, will be providing a US$20,000 development deal to a winning project during Realscreen Summit 2025. Join us as we hear the impactful ideas that have been selected to pitch for the opportunity to get their stories out to the world.
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5:45 PM |
Realscreen Summit Opening Night Party (Skylawn)
5:45 PM-6:45 PM |
8:00 AM |
Ateliere Delegate Lounge
8:00 AM-6:00 PM Continental Breakfast
Trianon 8:00 AM-10:00 AM Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-6:00 PM |
8:15 AM |
Breakfast with a Commissioner
Bayfront A 8:15 AM-9:15 AM Advance sign-up was required. An informal networking opportunity for delegates to meet with commissioning and development execs over continental breakfast & coffee. These are NOT pitch sessions — just a fantastic networking opportunity. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Breakfast with a Commissioner should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]()
Table host
Drew MillerDirector, Unscripted Content, Competition & Game Shows NBCUniversal Entertainment ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Speed Networking
Junior Ballroom 8:15 AM-9:15 AM These networking sessions are designed for you to meet many unscripted and non-fiction executives in a short, speed-dating style. Speed Networking is open to all Realscreen Summit delegates and is NOT a pitch session. Access to Speed Networking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is filled. |
9:30 AM |
View from the top: Content priorities for '25 and beyond
Biscayne 9:30 AM-10:15 AM From transcontinental commissioning and cross-platform programming strategies, to the programming appetite for "cut through the clutter" premium content, evolving genres and returnable series, top execs map out their priorities for the near future. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
10:15 AM |
Networking Coffee Break
10:15 AM-10:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
New revenue models in the Peak IP era
Chopin 10:30 AM-11:15 AM Whether it’s a global unscripted franchise such as “Got Talent” striking a lucrative securitization deal, a hit documentary serving as the launch point of a scripted project, or a series that struck gold via linear transforming into a multi-platform phenomenon, the value of strong IP — and the knowhow for successfully exploiting it — cannot be overstated. This session will bring together producers behind hot properties and the deal architects who are helping forge future paths for IP, and generating new revenue streams for all concerned. Speaking![]() Barry PoznickGeneral Manager, MGM Alternative, Big Fish Entertainment & Evolution Media Amazon MGM Studios ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Genre Jams: True Crime
Sevilla 10:30 AM-11:15 AM Learn what's on the horizon for some of the hottest unscripted genres. Hear about future plans and priorities from a mini panel of production and network execs, followed by audience Q&A. No sign-up required. We'll fill space on a first-come, first-seated basis until we reach room capacity. Inclusion in your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Speed Pitching III
Merrick 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Advance sign-up was required. Programming execs, each at their own table, will takeone-on-one, (3) three-minute pitches. Get coveted one-on-one time with executives who have the power to steer your project to a greenlight. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Speed Pitching should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late will result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. No pairs or team pitching to a host. These meetings are one-on-one. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking![]() ![]()
Table host
Natalie SmithAcquisitions & Content Sourcing Senior Manager, UK, Benelux & Germany Warner Bros. Discovery Networks International ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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Corin NelsonSenior Vice President of Development Game Show Network & Game Show Enterprises Studios ![]() ![]() |
11:30 AM |
The widening world of sports non-fiction slots
Chopin 11:30 AM-12:15 PM As sports rights continue to splinter and migrate across more platforms, so too does the demand for adjacent sports-related programming, to pad out skeds and/or fill holes. This session brings together commissioners and prodcos to scope out the opportunities for producers of all stripes to team up with the right partners and get into the game. How far afield will interest - and the range of sports-related non-fiction concepts - venture, and what areas are ripe for exploration? Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 30 Minutes With Jordan Harman, A&E's Home.Made.Nation
Flagler 11:30 AM-12:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() 30 Minutes With Leela Pon, FOX Entertainment Studios
Sevilla 11:30 AM-12:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() |
12:15 PM |
Lunch
Ole & Trianon 12:15 PM-1:30 PM |
12:30 PM |
Lunch with a Commissioner
Bayfront A 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Advance sign-up was required. An informal networking opportunity for delegates to meet with commissioning and development execs over lunch. These are NOT pitch sessions — just a fantastic networking opportunity. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Lunch with a Commissioner should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking
Table host
Stephen MannSenior Director, Unscripted Content, Competition & Game Shows NBCUniversal Entertainment ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
1:30 PM |
Oh Canada!
Chopin 1:30 PM-2:15 PM The allure of the Great White North - with its farther-stretching loonie and reputation for cost-effective high-calibre production capabilities - is having a moment as everyone looks to make budgets work harder. In this panel discussion, we’ll explore the benefits of aligning with Canadian producers and networks, navigating funding and tax incentives, and leveraging Canada's diverse cultural landscape to create authentic and engaging content. Here, we’ll explore all you need to know about how a Canadian collaboration can benefit your business. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 30 Minutes With Brett Dismuke, WEtv & AllBlk
Flagler 1:30 PM-2:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() Pitching Partners
Merrick 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Advance sign-up was required. Production company execs, each at their own tables, will takeone-on-one, (3) three-minute pitches from potential production partners. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Pitching Partners should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late will result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. No pairs or team pitching to a host. These meetings are one-on-one. Lottery opened on Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 AM ET, and closed on Monday, January 13 at 5:00 PM ET. Lottery results were emailed to participants on Wednesday, January 15. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, January 15 at 5:00 PM ET, and closed on Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 PM ET. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
2:15 PM |
Networking Break
2:15 PM-2:30 PM |
2:30 PM |
The new reality of brands and unscripted: a case study in collaboration
Chopin 2:30 PM-3:15 PM Brands, media agencies, platforms and production companies are forging innovative partnerships to develop, fund and create compelling, entertaining programming. In this session, panelists will discuss the evolving role of each player in the ecosystem, examining how all parties can work together to balance creative integrity with commercial objectives. This case study on collaboration details how partnering with brands is reshaping storytelling and audience engagement. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
2:45 PM |
30 Minutes With Irune Ariztoy, Telemundo
Flagler 2:45 PM-3:15 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() 30 Minutes With Patty Suh & Anna Bloomfield, Food Network & HGTV
Sevilla 2:45 PM-3:15 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() |
3:30 PM |
2025 Realscreen Awards Cocktail
Biscayne 3:30 PM-4:00 PM |
4:00 PM |
2025 Realscreen Awards Ceremony
Biscayne 4:00 PM-5:30 PM The 2025 Realscreen Awards will pay tribute to outstanding content from around the world at the industry’s global celebration of excellence in non-fiction and unscripted entertainment. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() |
8:00 AM |
Ateliere Delegate Lounge
Mezzanine 8:00 AM-6:00 PM Continental Breakfast
Trianon 8:00 AM-10:00 AM Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-6:00 PM |
8:15 AM |
Meet a Distributor (Breakfast)
Bayfront A 8:15 AM-9:15 AM Advance sign-up was required. We’ve assembled some of the top distributors in unscripted and non-fiction entertainment to provide you the expertise you need to get your project made and sold. Sign up for the opportunity to receive real-time global market intel. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Meet a Distributor (Breakfast) should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. General sign-ups opened Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking
Table host
Harry GamsuVP, Creative, Format, Development and Sales Warner Bros. Discovery Television Group ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
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Laetitia Giansily-DoyleDevelopment, Sales & Strategic Partnerships, North America Terranoa-US Office & GDMC ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
9:30 AM |
The great media debate: Are creators greater?
Chopin 9:30 AM-10:15 AM Depending on who you talk to, a podcast host helped determine the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, and YouTube is the Beast that is eating television… or is the mainstream ecosystem in the midst of an exciting evolution and despite the pronouncements, no closer to death than it was when YouTube launched 20 years ago. Media cartographer and provocateur Evan Shapiro will lead a spirited debate on what the most relevant and dominant content force is today and going forward: the Creator-sphere or Legacy Media. Grab your popcorn and a ringside seat, and come prepared to pick a side... or to change sides! Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
9:45 AM |
30 Minutes With Blake Levin, NBCUniversal Entertainment Documentary & Crime
Flagler 9:45 AM-10:15 AM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() |
10:15 AM |
Networking Break
10:15 AM-10:30 AM |
10:30 AM |
In conversation with Dawn Porter
Chopin 10:30 AM-11:00 AM Over the course of her career, acclaimed filmmaker and recipient of this year’s Realscreen Action Award, Dawn Porter, has illuminated vital truths concerning important social issues, while giving voice to those most impacted by them, and the people who are driving positive change. In this special conversation with 2023 Action Award recipient Bree Frank, Porter will discuss the current challenges and opportunities for filmmakers who aim to create impactful content, and her ambitions for her work going forward. Speaking![]() ![]() Genre Jams: Hybrids
Sevilla 10:30 AM-11:15 AM Learn what's on the horizon for some of the hottest unscripted genres. Hear about future plans and priorities from a mini panel of production and network execs, followed by audience Q&A. No sign-up required. We'll fill space on a first-come, first-seated basis until we reach room capacity. Inclusion in your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
11:30 AM |
30 Minutes With Marjon Javadi & Nicole Silveira, Disney+
Sevilla 11:30 AM-12:00 PM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Hear from some of the most in-demand unscripted buyers and commissioners talking candidly about their programming strategies, plans, and priorities in an intimate and interactive (off-the-record) session. Seating is limited to 90 delegates. Adding this session to your agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() Special Presentation / NATPE Honors preview - In Conversation With: Betsy Beers (Shondaland)
Chopin 11:30 AM-12:00 PM From strong female protagonists and inclusive casting, to reimagining the period drama for contemporary audiences, Shondaland continues to challenge and change the status quo. In this intimate fireside chat, Shondaland Creative Partner & EP Betsy Beers shares how she approaches producing standout series that raise the bar via epic storytelling and what it takes to create powerful drama in the age of peak TV. |
12:30 PM |
Lunch
Ole & Trianon 12:30 PM-1:30 PM |
1:00 PM |
Realscreen Summit x NATPE Global Crossover Kick Off
Biscayne 1:00 PM-1:05 PM Host Simone Boyce kicks off an action-packed afternoon with top execs, media leaders, and industry experts, diving into the latest trends and opportunities shaping the entertainment world. Speaking![]() |
1:05 PM |
Welcome to 2030: Exploring the (Near) Future of Media
Biscayne 1:05 PM-1:45 PM While entertainment media is in a constant state of evolution, the rate of change has perhaps never been as accelerated as it is now. And with change comes plenty of questions: how radically will AI overhaul the production process? What will the streaming ecosystem look like now that the focus is on profitability? What will be the next major moves in M&A, and how will they redraw the content distribution map? Join our forward-thinking panel of thought leaders, innovation-focused analysts and emerging media content creators as they take on these questions and more, to deliver a clear, comprehensive vision of what media — and your corner of it — looks like in 2030. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
1:45 PM |
In Conversation With: Cris Abrego
Biscayne 1:45 PM-2:15 PM Speaking![]() ![]() |
2:15 PM |
Like & subscribe: How to tap into the YouTube universe
Biscayne 2:15 PM-2:45 PM YouTube is a top global platform in audience viewing time including on CTV, and the platform continues to evolve how content is consumed and created. In this keynote presentation, YouTube’s Head of TV & Film AVOD Partnerships, Fede Goldenberg, will unlock the “best practices” playbook for Creators and media companies who are using the platform as a powerful ally for direct-to-consumer audience-building, content and channel monetization strategies. Goldenberg will share innovative approaches to realizing cross-platform and multi-format potential, as well as how to build & distribute IP that resonates on the most-watched streaming platform. Speaking![]() |
2:45 PM |
Keynote Presentation: David Eilenberg, Roku Media
Biscayne 2:45 PM-3:15 PM David Eilenberg, Head of Content for Roku Media, will deliver a presentation to both NATPE Global and Realscreen Summit delegates, outlining Roku’s strategic priorities for success in an ever-shifting media landscape. Speaking![]() |
3:15 PM |
Firewalking & FAST channels: Tony Robbins' new frontier
Biscayne 3:15 PM-3:45 PM Known as one of the most influential people in global finance, this #1 NY Times bestselling author who has impacted millions with his life-changing events is now tackling the newest frontier as he looks to get into the FAST space to broaden his impact. Robbins will explore the market factors that make the launch advantageous amidst a very crowded competitive set all seeking global scale. From distribution to marketing strategy, learn how parlaying IP synergy from complementary audience platforms, such as publishing and live touring, can best be leveraged to boost discoverability and drive mutual growth. SpeakingTony Robbins#1 NY Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the nation's #1 Life and Business Strategist.
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3:45 PM |
Networking Break
3:45 PM-4:00 PM |
4:00 PM |
Brand partnerships: New and improved!
Chopin 4:00 PM-4:45 PM The creative relationship between brands and content producers has taken many forms over the years, from product placement to sponsorship, and from development to delivery. As belts tighten at broadcasters and other traditional funding sources, the allure of aligning the right project with the right brand has never been more compelling. Here, you’ll hear from execs across the content ecosystem who excel at bringing brands and creators/producers together, and learn how you can — and why you should — explore such possibilities for your work. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Margo PlotkinCo-Head, Global Sales & Partnerships, Media & Entertainment Partnerships CAA Creative Artists Agency ![]() |
4:15 PM |
Formagination
Sevilla 4:15 PM-5:30 PM For 13 years, FORMAGINATION has been a unique format competition and a launching pad for international creativity. Once again, three prestigious prizes will be awarded, including the coveted Audience Choice award, at the live presentation. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
4:45 PM |
What's up next on Connected TV?
Chopin 4:45 PM-5:30 PM With Connected TV user penetration in the U.S. expected to surpass 80% in the 25-54 demo by the end of 2024, and 56 million Gen Z users estimated for 2025 (per Statista), streaming services owned and operated by CTV platforms are increasingly powerful players. Here, execs from leading CTV streamers will give you the inside scoop on programming, acquisition, monetization and partnership strategies shaping this evolving space. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
5:30 PM |
Realscreen Summit x NATPE Global Mixer
Sky Lawn (5th Floor) 5:30 PM-7:00 PM As NATPE Global kicks off and Realscreen Summit wraps, you're all invited to converge for one huge co-location co-celebration. Join the party for food, drinks and cross-industry connections. |
8:00 AM |
Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-6:00 PM |
10:00 AM |
NATPE Buyer’s Lounge
Junior Ballroom 10:00 AM-5:30 PM NATPE Market Floor & Meeting Suites
Grand Ballroom 10:00 AM-5:30 PM |
11:30 AM |
Special Presentation/NATPE Honors preview - In Conversation With Betsy Beers (Shondaland)
Chopin 11:30 AM-12:00 PM From strong female protagonists and inclusive casting, to reimagining the period drama for contemporary audiences, Shondaland continues to challenge and change the status quo. In this intimate fireside chat, Shondaland Creative Partner & EP Betsy Beers shares how she approaches producing standout series that raise the bar via epic storytelling and what it takes to create powerful drama in the age of peak TV. Speaking![]() ![]() |
12:00 PM |
Lunch with a Decision Maker
Bayfront A 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Advance sign-up was required. These 60-minute sessions are informal affairs designed to connect delegates with broadcasters, streamers, producers and development executives in a small-group setting. These sessions are not about pitching. They are opportunities to network, discuss trends and spark potential partnerships. Complimentary lunch will be provided. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Lunch with a Decision Maker should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Sign-ups opened Wednesday, December 11 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]() ![]()
Table host
Harry GamsuVP, Creative, Format, Development and Sales Warner Bros. Discovery Television Group ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Bryan GabourieSVP, International Sales and Partnerships, Americas, Blue Ant Studios Blue Ant Media ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
12:30 PM |
Lunch
Ole 12:30 PM-1:30 PM |
1:00 PM |
Realscreen Summit x NATPE Global Crossover Kick Off
Biscayne 1:00 PM-1:05 PM Host Simone Boyce kicks off an action-packed afternoon with top execs, media leaders, and industry experts, diving into the latest trends and opportunities shaping the entertainment world. Speaking![]() |
1:05 PM |
Welcome to 2030: Exploring the (Near) Future of Media
![]() Biscayne 1:05 PM-1:45 PM While entertainment media is in a constant state of evolution, the rate of change has perhaps never been as accelerated as it is now. And with change comes plenty of questions: how radically will AI overhaul the production process? What will the streaming ecosystem look like now that the focus is on profitability? What will be the next major moves in M&A, and how will they redraw the content distribution map? Join our forward-thinking panel of thought leaders, innovation-focused analysts and emerging media content creators as they take on these questions and more, to deliver a clear, comprehensive vision of what media — and your corner of it — looks like in 2030. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
1:45 PM |
In Conversation With: Cris Abrego
Biscayne 1:45 PM-2:15 PM Speaking![]() ![]() |
2:15 PM |
Like & subscribe: How to tap into the YouTube universe
![]() Biscayne 2:15 PM-2:45 PM YouTube is a top global platform in audience viewing time including on CTV, and the platform continues to evolve how content is consumed and created. In this keynote presentation, YouTube’s Head of TV & Film AVOD Partnerships, Fede Goldenberg, will unlock the “best practices” playbook for Creators and media companies who are using the platform as a powerful ally for direct-to-consumer audience-building, content and channel monetization strategies. Goldenberg will share innovative approaches to realizing cross-platform and multi-format potential, as well as how to build & distribute IP that resonates on the most-watched streaming platform. Speaking![]() |
2:45 PM |
Keynote Presentation: David Eilenberg, Roku Media
![]() Biscayne 2:45 PM-3:15 PM David Eilenberg, Head of Content for Roku Media, will deliver a presentation to both NATPE Global and Realscreen Summit delegates, outlining Roku’s strategic priorities for success in an ever-shifting media landscape. Speaking![]() |
3:15 PM |
Firewalking & FAST channels: Tony Robbins' new frontier
![]() Biscayne 3:15 PM-3:45 PM Known as one of the most influential people in global finance, this #1 NY Times bestselling author who has impacted millions with his life-changing events is now tackling the newest frontier as he looks to get into the FAST space to broaden his impact. Robbins will explore the market factors that make the launch advantageous amidst a very crowded competitive set all seeking global scale. From distribution to marketing strategy, learn how parlaying IP synergy from complementary audience platforms, such as publishing and live touring, can best be leveraged to boost discoverability and drive mutual growth. SpeakingTony Robbins#1 NY Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the nation's #1 Life and Business Strategist.
![]() ![]() Dan CohenChief Content Licensing Officer, Paramount Global and President, Republic Pictures Paramount ![]() |
3:45 PM |
Networking Break
3:45 PM-4:00 PM |
4:00 PM |
Brand partnerships: New and improved!
Chopin 4:00 PM-4:45 PM The creative relationship between brands and content producers has taken many forms over the years, from product placement to sponsorship, and from development to delivery. As belts tighten at broadcasters and other traditional funding sources, the allure of aligning the right project with the right brand has never been more compelling. Here, you’ll hear from execs across the content ecosystem who excel at bringing brands and creators/producers together, and learn how you can — and why you should — explore such possibilities for your work. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Margo PlotkinCo-Head, Global Sales & Partnerships, Media & Entertainment Partnerships CAA Creative Artists Agency ![]() |
4:15 PM |
Formagination
Sevilla 4:15 PM-5:30 PM For 13 years, FORMAGINATION has been a unique format competition and a launching pad for international creativity. Once again, three prestigious prizes will be awarded, including the coveted Audience Choice award, at the live presentation. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
4:45 PM |
What's up next on Connected TV?
![]() Chopin 4:45 PM-5:30 PM With Connected TV user penetration in the U.S. expected to surpass 80% in the 25-54 demo by the end of 2024, and 56 million Gen Z users estimated for 2025 (per Statista), streaming services owned and operated by CTV platforms are increasingly powerful players. Here, execs from leading CTV streamers will give you the inside scoop on programming, acquisition, monetization and partnership strategies shaping this evolving space. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
5:30 PM |
Realscreen Summit x NATPE Global Mixer
Sky Lawn (5th Floor) 5:30 PM-7:00 PM As NATPE Global kicks off and Realscreen Summit wraps, you're all invited to converge for one huge co-location co-celebration. Join the party for food, drinks and cross-industry connections. |
6:30 PM |
NATPE Honors VIP Award Gala
Biscayne 6:30 PM-8:00 PM This is an invitation-only event. Adding this session to your calendar does not guarantee a spot. Only invited guests who RSVP’d will be guaranteed access. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]()
Honoree
Ri-Karlo HandyFounder and Chief Executive Officer, Sunwise Media and Senior Vice President, Unscripted, Blink49 Studios The Handy Foundation ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
8:00 AM |
NATPE Buyer's Lounge
Junior Ballroom 8:00 AM-6:00 PM NATPE Market Floor & Meeting Suites
Grand Ballroom 8:00 AM-6:00 PM Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-6:00 PM |
8:15 AM |
Streaming+ Breakfast: Are we there yet?
![]() Biscayne 8:15 AM-9:30 AM No sign-up is required, seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach room capacity. Whether the platform evolved from retail, tech, or legacy media origins, streamers all have one thing in common: constant change. Hear from key players in the SVOD, AVOD, HVOD, TVOD, and FAST space as they discuss audience trends, technology, and monetization strategies shaping the streaming market—and what’s next for the industry. Complimentary coffee and breakfast buffet will be available on a first come, first served basis. Adding this session to your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot, so be sure to show up a bit early. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Katrina KowalskiSenior Vice President, International Content Programming and Acquisitions for Pluto TV Paramount ![]() |
10:15 AM |
Keynote Discussion - The big picture: a pragmatic guide to navigating change
Biscayne 10:15 AM-11:00 AM In this “View from the Top” keynote discussion, industry leaders share their strategies for growth as they tackle new market realities, and respond to the economic forces that are shaping the business. From changing distribution and monetization models to expanding partnership plans, we'll unpack the solutions that are working for an increasingly complex global ecosystem. Discover how evolving programming needs, collaboration urgency and other emerging priorities are paving the way for more bespoke approaches—and how companies are structuring to respond to a changing market with a more dynamic and fluid M.O. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
11:00 AM |
The studio of the future
Chopin 11:00 AM-11:45 AM We're living in truly transformative times. With headwinds like consolidation and audience fragmentation impacting commissioning, on the flip side, there's opportunities emerging via new platforms and tech innovation. Hear about the bold new business models emerging that take advantage of the possibilities arising in this very fluid mediascape. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
11:15 AM |
New Collaborators: GroupM
Sevilla 11:15 AM-11:45 AM As audiences migrate and traditional media players are no longer the only gatekeepers in town, other content doors open. These sessions explore opportunities with different platforms and partners, and the shifts in how content is being shared and monetized. Speaking![]() ![]() |
11:45 AM |
White Space: identifying the holes in the sked
Biscayne 11:45 AM-12:30 PM Every time a hit spawns sequels, spin-offs and cycles of imitation, it contributes to content uniformity. And that creates an opportunity to break through with something fresh and new. Join top development execs as they map out underexplored areas, underutilized approaches and audiences that are underserved. Find out where they see potential for capturing attention, and to possibly trigger the next trend in programming. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
12:30 PM |
Discover Romania: Your next filming destination
Sevilla 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Romania is where cinematic magic meets unbeatable value. Renowned for its world-class crews, breathtaking and diverse locations, state-of-the-art production and postproduction facilities, the country offers an exceptional combination of quality and affordability. Plus, with a 30% cash rebate on eligible local expenditures, filming in Romania isn’t just an artistic win—it’s a smart business move. Discover why global productions are choosing Romania and how it could be the perfect setting for your next project. Speaking![]() ![]() |
2:00 PM |
In Conversation With Kelly Day (Amazon Studios, Prime Video)
Biscayne 2:00 PM-2:30 PM Join us for an intimate fireside chat with Kelly Day to gain insights into how she’s redefining the future of streaming and what it takes to lead in today’s ever-changing media landscape. Speaking![]() ![]() |
3:00 PM |
The Streaming Wars are over. Welcome to The Great Media War
![]() Biscayne 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Media cartographer and provocateur Evan Shapiro transforms the data from our industry into an actionable plan to survive the looming Media War for audience, attention, hearts and minds. With a specific focus on the changing nature of consumption among the various generations of consumers, Shapiro maps a pathway to the future of TV. Speaking![]() |
3:30 PM |
Follow the money: The outlook for M&A in media
Sevilla 3:30 PM-4:15 PM With massive shifts in how audiences consume screen entertainment, mediacos are on the brink of major structural change. As cable assets spin off and mega-mergers loom, this session will explore the evolving power plays reshaping the content landscape. We’ll also cover key market changes and their M&A implications, including how content buyers' behaviors are shifting and how the creator space presents new opportunities Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
4:00 PM |
While you were Watching: The Future of Content in an AI World
Biscayne 4:00 PM-4:45 PM Welcome to a radically different NATPE session. Three visionaries will paint their picture of entertainment's AI-powered future through rapid-fire storytelling using the Japanese Pecha Kucha format - 20 slides, 20 seconds each. No room for fluff or buzzwords- just clear, no nonsense insight into how these AI leaders see the television and content industry changing in the next 5 years. And here's the twist: we’ll have a renowned creator crafting something extraordinary- on stage- using nothing but AI tools and creativity. In 45 minutes, you'll witness both the theory and practice of AI's transformation of our industry. No hypotheticals. No maybes. No filters. Just raw insight and live proof of what's possible right now. This is entertainment's next chapter, unfolding right before our eyes ( if you’re smart enough to be paying attention). Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
4:30 PM |
NATPE Global Pitch Showcase
Chopin 4:30 PM-5:30 PM NATPE Global Pitch Showcase offers producers and creators from across the globe a unique opportunity to pitch their in-development, Scripted drama and Scripted Comedy projects, to a panel of international experts, in front of an industry audience. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]()
Host
Carlos PonceMulti Award-Winning Actor, Singer, Songwriter, Composer, TV Personality, and Philanthropist
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5:00 PM |
WAWA Showcase
Sevilla 5:00 PM-6:00 PM This showcase, presented by the Worldwide Audiovisual Women Association (WAWA), will feature a curated selection of non-English content dubbed into English. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore unique programming from around the world, offering fresh and diverse perspectives. The screening aims to surprise and inspire programming and acquisition managers with new opportunities to bring innovative, high-quality content to their audiences. Speaking![]() |
6:00 PM |
WAWA Woman of the Year
Biscayne 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Launched in 2017, the Woman of the Year Award honors an individual who exemplifies leadership, ethics, diversity and commitment - the organization's core values. WAWA aims to foster a more inclusive industry across all sectors of the audiovisual world. The awards will return to Miami, where they were originally hosted. Past recipients include notable leaders such as Blanca Ponce, Analida Lopez, Cecilia Galeano, Cynthia Hudson, Giselle Gonzalez, Carmen Larios, Selina Nederhand and Fidela Navarro. |
8:00 AM |
NATPE Buyer's Lounge
Junior Ballroom 8:00 AM-5:00 PM NATPE Market Floor & Meeting Suites
Grand Ballroom 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Registration
Brickell 8:00 AM-5:00 PM |
8:30 AM |
Co-Lab Breakfast Panel - Innovation to the rescue: meet the new business models
Biscayne 8:30 AM-9:45 AM Advance sign-up was required. Fresh approaches and innovative partnerships are necessary for fuelling success and growth. Explore some of the strategies that are working to help derisk, finance and monetize your IP, and take your business further. What is Co-Lab Co-Lab is a day dedicated to the new collaborators and piece-meal financing models that have become the co-pro go-to in the current derisking-focused market reality. Spark future creative and business partnerships through taking part in panels and networking roundtables that address opportunities amid the industry's growing desire and urgency to coproduce. From the growing copro appetite in key markets like the UK, to media agency / brand-funded interest - meet with and learn from the players who are navigating and investing in this space. Complimentary coffee and breakfast buffet will be available. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Co-Lab Breakfast Panelshould arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Sign-ups opened Thursday January 9, 2025 at 11:00 am EST and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Adding this session to your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
10:00 AM |
Co-Lab Panel - Partnering formulas: deconstructing winning solutions
Biscayne 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Big ideas need bigger coalitions to pull off in this de-risking driven market. This panel unpacks the bold strategies and creative partnerships driving today’s biggest hits, from unexpected alliances to inventive financing hacks. It’s your inside look at the deals that make the magic happen. What is Co-Lab Speaking![]() Michael BancroftHost & Executive Producer, Beyond Innovation (Bloomberg TV); Founder & CEO Globalive Media ![]() ![]() ![]() |
10:45 AM |
Co-Lab Panel - Engagement Redefined: Collaboration, Co-Productions, and Immersive Experiences in the Streaming Era
Biscayne 10:45 AM-11:30 AM The rise of streaming platforms and immersive content formats has revolutionized how audiences interact with brands and entertainment. This panel delves into the transformative potential of collaboration and co-productions between brands, streaming platforms, and content creators. It explores innovative ways to produce engaging content, leveraging interactive elements like shoppable videos, live-streamed events, and gamified storytelling to deepen audience connections. Industry leaders will share insights on how these partnerships are reshaping storytelling and creating new avenues for integrating brands seamlessly into entertainment. What is Co-Lab Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Kattia QuintanillaVP Disney Advertising Sales and Partnerships The Walt Disney Company (Latin America) ![]() |
11:45 AM |
Co-Lab Panel - Extraordinary Spanish Incentives Are Luring Hollywood & Latam
Biscayne 11:45 AM-12:30 PM As platform production budgets are tightening and production costs are globally on the rise, producers from all over the world are turning to Spanish Government incentives to close financing gaps. Combining national and regional benefits from one country and then adding benefits from a second country, can lead to up to an unimaginable 60-70% of funding. Learn from government officials, producers and local production service providers how to navigate these new opportunities. What is Co-Lab Speaking![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
12:45 PM |
Co-Lab Networking Lunch Roundtables
Bayfront A 12:45 PM-1:45 PM Advance sign-up was required. Spark future creative and business partnerships through taking part in networking roundtables that address opportunities amid the industry's growing desire and urgency to coproduce. From the growing copro appetite in key markets like the UK, to media agency / brand-funded interest - meet with and learn from the players who are navigating and investing in this space. Complimentary lunch will be provided. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Co-Lab Networking Lunch Roundtables should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Sign-ups opened Thursday, January 9 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]() ![]()
Table host
Herman CampbellPresident and Chief Technology Officer aurbit by Adease Advertising Intelligence ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Anna BudashevskayaVice President Sales, International Distribution Reel One International Ltd ![]() |
2:00 PM |
Co-Lab Networking Roundtables
Bayfront B 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Advance sign-up was required. Spark future creative and business partnerships through taking part in networking roundtables that address opportunities amid the industry's growing desire and urgency to coproduce. From the growing copro appetite in key markets like the UK, to media agency / brand-funded interest - meet with and learn from the players who are navigating and investing in this space. Attendees who secured a spot in advance for Co-Lab Networking Roundtables should arrive at the session room 15-20 minutes prior to the session start time to check in with the room monitor and get processed. Showing up late may result in losing your spot. If you did not secure a spot in advance, we recommend showing up to the session room 20-30 minutes early to join the wait line. Sign-ups opened Thursday, January 9 at 11:00 am ET and closed Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm ET. Speaking![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Marco GironFilm and Entertainment Commissioner Miami-Dade County Office of Film and Entertainment ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Table host
Kattia QuintanillaVP Disney Advertising Sales and Partnerships The Walt Disney Company (Latin America) ![]() ![]() |