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NATPE Panels & Presentations

Thursday, February 6

8:15am

Streaming+ Breakfast: Are we there yet? (8:15am - 9:30am)

Biscayne

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.

Featuring:


Beth Anderson

SVP & GM, FAST Channels & VOD Sales

BBC Studios

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Greg Barnard

Senior Director, Content Acquisitions & Strategy

VIZIO, Inc.

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David C. Graber

Executive Vice President, Content Sales

Warner Bros. Discovery

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Katrina Kowalski

Senior Vice President, International Content Programming and Acquisitions for Pluto TV

Paramount

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Richard Young

MD, History Hit & FAST Channels,

Little Dot Studios

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Moderating:


Jamie Schouela

COO

Blue Ant Media

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11:00am

The studio of the future (11:00am - 11:45am)

Sponsored by:

Chopin

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.

Featuring:


JC Acosta

Head, US & Canada

The Mediapro Studio

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Javier Pons

Chief Content Officer, Telemundo Enterprises and Head, Telemundo Studios

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises

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Lawrence Szabo

Executive Vice President, U.S. Content Distribution

BBC Studios

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Allison Wallach

Head of Unscripted Programming

FOX Entertainment Studios

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Moderating:


Marie Leguizamo

Managing Director, Banijay Mexico and US Hispanic

Banijay Americas

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11:15am

New Collaborators: GroupM (11:15am - 11:45am)

Sevilla

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.

Presenting:


Presenter

Urania Agas

Chief Client Officer

GroupM Canada Inc.

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Presenter

Daniel Mekinda

EVP, Head of GroupM Motion Entertainment

GroupM Canada Inc.

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11:45am

White Space: identifying the holes in the sked (11:45am - 12:30pm)

Biscayne

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.

Featuring:


Peter Andrews

Head of Network Programming, TV & Online Content

SBS

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Javiera Balmaceda

Head of Originals, Latin America, Canada & Australia

Amazon MGM Studios

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Max Einhorn

SVP, Acquisitions & Innovations

Shout Factory LLC

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Nicole Silveira

VP, Unscripted, Disney Branded Television

Disney+, The Walt Disney Company

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Moderating:


Richard Middleton

Head of Content, International

Broadcast Magazine

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12:30pm

Discover Romania: Your next filming destination (12:30pm - 1:30pm)

Sponsored by:

Sevilla

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.

Complimentary lunch will be provided on a first come first served basis

Presenting:


Presenter

Viorel Chesaru

President

Creative Romanian Film Makers Association

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Presenter

Ionut Ionescu

Producer

Idea Film

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5:00pm

WAWA Showcase (5:00pm - 6:00pm)

Sponsored by:

Sevilla

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.

Presenting:


Presenter

Roxana Rotundo

CEO of VIP 20000 TV/ Chair of the Board of WAWA

VIP 2000 TV

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Friday, February 7

8:30am

Co-Lab Breakfast Panel - Innovation to the rescue: meet the new business models (8:30am - 9:45am)

Sponsored by:

Biscayne

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.

Featuring:


Sophie Ferron

Co-Principal & President

GRB Media Ranch

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Steven Katleman

Attorney/Founder

Katleman Media Law

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Daniel Mekinda

EVP, Head of GroupM Motion Entertainment

GroupM Canada Inc.

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Mark Montefiore

Founder & CEO

New Metric Media

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Moderating:


Barry Walsh

Editor-in-Chief & Content Director

Realscreen

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10:00am

Co-Lab Panel - Partnering formulas: deconstructing winning solutions (10:00am - 10:45am)

Biscayne

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
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.

Featuring:


Mark Bishop

Co-President, Blue Ant Studios

Blue Ant Media

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Michael Gelman

VP, Acquisitions & Co-Productions

A+E Networks

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Chris Philip

Co-Founder and Executive Producer

Starlings Television

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Moderating:


Michael Bancroft

Host & Executive Producer, Beyond Innovation (Bloomberg TV); Founder & CEO

Globalive Media

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10:45am

Co-Lab Panel - Engagement Redefined: Collaboration, Co-Productions, and Immersive Experiences in the Streaming Era (10:45am - 11:30am)

Sponsored by:

Biscayne

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
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.

Featuring:


Hernán Cerdeiro

Chief Creative Officer Americas

Samy Alliance

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Marcos Cline

Founder / Executive Producer

Altered.LA

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Alfonso Haces

Global Marketing Director

Beliv Company

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Kattia Quintanilla

VP Disney Advertising Sales and Partnerships

The Walt Disney Company (Latin America)

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Moderating:


Roko Izarra

General Director

PRODU

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11:45am

Co-Lab Panel - Extraordinary Spanish Incentives Are Luring Hollywood & Latam (11:45am - 12:30pm)

Sponsored by:

Biscayne

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
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.

Featuring:


Francisco Cordero

CEO

BTF Media

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Carlos Garde Macías

General Manager

Onza Entertainment

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Patricia Motilla

Partner

Andersen Global

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Fernando Vila

Head of Studio

Exile Content Studio

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Javier Yraola

Trade Commissioner

Oficina Economica y Comercial de España en Miami

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Moderating:


Roko Izarra

General Director

PRODU

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