Brickell

Grand Ballroom

Junior Ballroom

Sandringham/Windsor

Advance sign-up is required - You may reserve to meet one (1) table host

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.

Sign-ups open Wednesday, December 11 at 11:00 am EST and close Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm EST.

Featuring:

Table host

Sara Burns

SVP of Scheduling and Program Strategy

Cineverse

Table host

Harry Gamsu

VP, Creative, Format, Development and Sales

Warner Bros. Discovery Television Group

Table host

Robert Haiat

Head of commercial

The Media Pro Studio

Table host

Connie Hodson

Director of Content Acquisitions & Partnerships

Little Dot Studios

Table host

Theresa Patiri

Senior Vice President, Original Production, Operations & Business Affairs

AMC Networks

Table host

George Sealey

EVP, Development & Production

Reach TV

Table host

Guillermo Sierra

Head of Television and Digital Services

HITN

Table host

Mal Stares

Senior VP, Global Scripted

Blink49 Studios

Bayfront

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. 

Bayfront

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. 

Featuring:

Sharb Farjami

CEO, North America

GroupM

Michael MacMillan

CEO and Co-Founder

Blue Ant Media

Lauren Zalaznick

Consultant

Bayfront

Featuring:

Cris Abrego

Co-Founder & CEO, Hyphenate Media Group/Chairman of the Americas

Banijay

Bayfront

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.

Featuring:

Fede Goldenberg

Global Head of TV & Film AVOD Partnerships at YouTube

Google

Bayfront

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.

At the helm of Roku’s content vision and strategy, Eilenberg will share his thoughts on the evolution of Roku's content strategy, innovative approaches in working with brands, exciting collaborations that are expanding Roku’s offering, and his take on data-driven developments in tech that will drive entertainment media forward in the years to come. 

Featuring:

David Eilenberg

Head of Content

Roku

Bayfront

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.

Featuring:

Julie Rieger

EVP, Entertainment

Publicis

Matt Rotondo

Head of Brands

Sugar23

Chopin

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.

Join us to cheer on your favorite pitch contestant and celebrate the next wave of creative formats!

Sevilla

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.

Featuring:

Aden Ikram

Director, Content Partnerships & Business Development

Viasat

Anthony Layser

Executive Director, Partnerships & Programming

XUMO

Vicki Liao

Director, Content Acquisition

Roku

Sky Lawn (5th Floor)

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.

Brickell

Bayfront

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:

Greg Barnard

Senior Director, Content Acquisitions & Strategy

VIZIO, Inc.

Richard Young

MD, History Hit & FAST Channels

Little Dot Studios

Moderating:

Jamie Schouela

President, Global Channels and Media

Blue Ant Media

Flagler

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.

Featuring:

Presenter

Katherine Pond

Group Vice President

VIZIO, Inc.

Chopin

"In Conversation" is an intimate fireside chat series featuring top industry execs sharing their POV on what's working now and what's next on the media & entertainment landscape.

Grand Ballroom

Junior Ballroom

Bayfront

In this “State of the Distribution Business” keynote, industry leaders share their strategies for growth as they tackle new market realities, and respond to the economic forces that are shaping the future of content delivery. From changing distribution and monetization models to expanding partnership plans, we'll unpack how future-forward solutions fit into a complex global ecosystem. Learn how programming preferences, partnering appetite and other urgent market priorities are paving the way for more bespoke approaches—and why the future of distribution is more dynamic than ever. 

Flagler

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.

Chopin

We're living in truly transformative times. With headwinds like consolidation and audience fragmentation impacting commissioning, on the filp 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

Mediapro Studio

Marie Leguizamo

Managing Director, Banijay Mexico & U.S. Hispanic

Banijay Americas

Javier Pons

EVP, Telemundo Studios

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises

Allison Wallach

Head, Unscripted Entertainment

FOX Entertainment

Bayfront

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

Javiera Balmaceda

Head of Originals, Latin America, Canada & Australia

Amazon MGM Studios

Nicole Silveira

VP, Unscripted, Disney Branded Television

Disney+, The Walt Disney Company

Moderating:

Richard Middleton

Head of Content, International

Broadcast Magazine

Chopin

"In Conversation" is an intimate fireside chat series featuring top industry execs sharing their POV on what's working now and what's next on the media & entertainment landscape.

Bayfront

"In Conversation" is an intimate fireside chat series featuring top industry execs sharing their POV on what's working now and what's next on the media & entertainment landscape.

Bayfront

With platforms duking it out for fragmented game rights, hear how networks, streamers and leagues are carving out new programming strategies as the industry navigates a patchwork quilt of deals that will change viewing choices. What's the game plan for building out complementary content, landing the next big sports franchise and winning audiences.

Chopin

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.

Featuring:

Judge

Luke Kelly-Clyne

Head of Production and Independent Film

Hartbeat

Judge

Erika Kennair

Head of Scripted Content

The Mediapro Studio

Judge

Mal Stares

Senior VP, Global Scripted

Blink49 Studios

Judge

Angel Zambrano

Agent

Condeco

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.

Bayfront

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.

Brickell

Bayfront

ADVANCED SIGN UP IS REQUIRED.
Sign-ups open Wednesday, December 11 at 11:00 am EST and close Thursday, January 30 at 5:00 pm EST.

CoLab 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.
Adding this session to your personal agenda does NOT guarantee your spot.

Bayfront

CoLab 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

Chris Philip

Co-Founder and Executive Producer

Starlings Television

Michael Schmidt

President

SIPUR STUDIOS

Grand Ballroom

Bayfront

CoLab 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.

CoLab 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.

Bayfront

CoLab 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.