Thursday, February 6
8:15am |
Streaming+ Breakfast: Are we there yet?
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11:00am |
The studio of the future (11:00am - 11:45am)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:![]() Javier PonsChief Content Officer, Telemundo Enterprises and Head, Telemundo Studios NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises ![]() ![]() ![]() Moderating:![]() |
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:![]() ![]() |
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:![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Moderating:![]() |
12:30pm |
Discover Romania: Your next filming destination (12:30pm - 1:30pm)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. Presenting:![]() ![]() |
5:00pm |
WAWA Showcase (5:00pm - 6:00pm)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:![]() |
Friday, February 7
8:30am |
Co-Lab Breakfast Panel - Innovation to the rescue: meet the new business models (8:30am - 9:45am)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:![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Moderating:![]() |
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 Featuring:![]() ![]() ![]() Moderating:Michael BancroftHost & Executive Producer, Beyond Innovation (Bloomberg TV); Founder & CEO Globalive Media ![]() |
10:45am |
Co-Lab Panel - Engagement Redefined: Collaboration, Co-Productions, and Immersive Experiences in the Streaming Era (10:45am - 11:30am)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 Featuring:![]() ![]() ![]() Kattia QuintanillaVP Disney Advertising Sales and Partnerships The Walt Disney Company (Latin America) ![]() Moderating:![]() |
11:45am |
Co-Lab Panel - Extraordinary Spanish Incentives Are Luring Hollywood & Latam (11:45am - 12:30pm)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 Featuring:![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Moderating:![]() |