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MONDAY, JANUARY 27 - THURSDAY, JANUARY 30
SHERATON NEW ORLEANS
Marriott Marquis | Washington, DC | Sunday, January 28 – Wednesday, January 31, 2026

Agenda

PLEASE NOTE: The times below are in Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Be sure to check back often as we will be adding more content and speakers as they are confirmed.

RSS + NATPE

Wednesday, February 4

9:30am
9:35am

Keynote Conversation: Dhar Mann Studios (9:35am - 10:05am)

Biscayne

Join Dhar Mann, the visionary creator behind Dhar Mann Studios and CEO (and former MTV president) Sean Atkins, as they share their takes on building a creator-driven brand that inspires millions -- over 137 million subscribers, to be exact. This session will explore how creators are building vibrant communities through meaningful content while rewriting the script on what it means to be a studio, and how producers and executives from traditional media can use their expertise -- and learn new tricks -- within the creatorsphere.


Featuring:


Sean Atkins

CEO

Dhar Mann Studios

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Dhar Mann

Founder

Dhar Mann Studios

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10:05am

Networking Break (10:05am - 10:15am)

10:15am

Keynote Conversation: Sean Cohan, Bell Media (10:15am - 10:45am)

Biscayne

Join us for a compelling keynote conversation with Sean Cohan, President of Bell Media, as he shares how Canada’s largest media and entertainment company is reshaping its strategy to compete — and thrive — on a global stage. From transforming legacy media assets to building the leading Canadian streamer, Crave, Cohan will share how Bell Media is driving success by embracing great storytelling across news, entertainment and sports platforms, forging smart partnerships domestically and internationally, and balancing locally resonant content with global ambition.


Featuring:


Sean Cohan

President

Bell Media

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10:45am

Networking Break (10:45am - 11:00am)

11:00am

Future of Content (11:00am - 11:45am)

Biscayne

The lines between social platforms, streamers, broadcasters and studios (as well as the roles played by producers, creators and brands) are getting blurrier by the day. As old models collide with new players and priorities, we're seeing the content business redefine in real time. This session digs into the shifts - from the rise of creator-driven studios and AI in production, to how brands and agencies are impacting development - providing context and guidance on what it means for the way the world makes, funds, and sells content now and next. 


1:30pm

Keynote Conversation: TBD (1:30pm - 2:00pm)

Biscayne

2:00pm

Networking Break (2:00pm - 2:15pm)

2:15pm

How to win over investors & transform your business (2:15pm - 3:00pm)

Biscayne

To stay ahead in today's changing media economy, companies must reimagine their business models to meet the moment. Adaptability leads to equity. Hear from leaders who are positioning their business for investor confidence by streamlining operations, improving margins and unlocking new revenue streams.

3:00pm

Networking Break (3:00pm - 3:15pm)

3:15pm

Welcome to the Creatorverse (3:15pm - 4:00pm)

Biscayne

These days, creators are building more than just channels. They're also building brands, shaping culture, and becoming increasingly important players in the global media landscape. As entertainment collides with brands and retail, and investors are betting bigger on creator-led ventures, the rules of the content game are constantly evolving. Hear from the creators, companies, and investors who are teaming up to reshape the future of the industry.


Featuring:


Kudzi Chikumbu

VP, Creator Partnerships

Tubi

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Neil Waller

Co-CEO and Co-Founder

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4:00pm

Networking Break (4:00pm - 4:15pm)

4:15pm

The Future of News (4:15pm - 5:00pm)

Biscayne

Live news has always played a unique role in the competitive TV landscape. At a time when trusted reporting is vital, journalism is facing disruption from changing audience behaviour, media consolidation, funding challenges, pressures on editorial autonomy, and the impact of AI. How are media companies innovating their news and information content to stay relevant, grow audiences, and sustain editorial standards? With the genre in flux, how can network news make a bigger impact?

5:30pm

Realscreen Summit x NATPE Global Mixer (5:30pm - 7:00pm)

Sky Lawn

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.

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