Speaking

Sean Atkins

CEO

Dhar Mann Studios

Dhar Mann

Founder

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

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

Robert Sharenow

President of Programming

A+E Global Media

Eric Levin

Chief Content Officer

Publicis Media

Kim Larson

Global Managing Director & Head of Creators

YouTube

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

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

Julian Reis

CEO & Founder

SuperOrdinary

Neil Waller

Co-CEO and Co-Founder

Whaler Group

Kudzi Chikumbu

VP, Creator Partnerships

Tubi

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?

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.