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.

Speaking

Dhar Mann

Founder

Dhar Mann Studios

Sean Atkins

CEO

Dhar Mann Studios

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.

Speaking

Sean Cohan

President

Bell Media

Interviewer

Elaine Low

Staff Writer

The Ankler

Go behind the scenes of House of David, Amazon Studios’ ambitious biblical epic co-produced with The Wonder Project. This panel features Albert Cheng, head of Amazon MGM Studios' newly launched AI Studios, alongside the series' creative team as they explore how cutting-edge technology and human creativity came together — revealing the tools, collaboration, and learnings that are shaping the future of high-end content creation

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. 

Speaking

Verena Puhm

Head of Dream Lab Los Angeles

Luma AI

Eric Levin

Chief Content Officer

Publicis Media

Kim Larson

Global Managing Director & Head of Creators

YouTube

Robert Sharenow

President of Programming

A+E Global Media

This enlightening conversation with Anna Saalfeld, Head of P&G Studios will explore how the content production division of one of the world’s foremost consumer goods companies is redefining the intersection between brands and entertainment. The session will dive into where and how P&G Studios collaborates with production company partners, networks and streamers, and will explore what’s next for the studio.

Joining Anna will be Executive Producer, Loretha Jones, where they will talk about one of the projects coming out of P&G's Queen Collective initiative — a partnership with Procter & Gamble, Queen Latifah, Flavor Unit Entertainment, and Tribeca Studios.

Speaking

Interviewer

Michele Fino

Chief Storyteller

Loretha Jones

Head of Content

Flavor Unit Entertainment

Anna Saalfeld

Head of P&G Studios

Procter & Gamble

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.

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.

Speaking

Neil Waller

Co-CEO and Co-Founder

Kudzi Chikumbu

VP, Creator Partnerships

Tubi

Julian Reis

CEO & Founder

SuperOrdinary

Scott Winkler

Head of Commercial Partnerships

Dude Perfect

In this intimate fireside chat, CBS News' David Begnaud interviews NATPE Honors Cause + Action recipient Wendy McMahon on the challenges, opportunities and transformation that's needed in the high-stakes stakes broadcast news landscape.
Currently an advisor at beehiiv, the former president and CEO of CBS News and Stations and CBS Media Ventures is known for her track record reinvigorating broadcast news at CBS, and prior to that as president of ABC Owned Television Stations at Disney. McMahon, who is being recognized for championing journalistic integrity and local reporting, will share her learning from decades spent growing audiences, sparking collaboration, and making space for more voices by shaping new citizen journalism models.

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.