THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

In a series of keynote interviews and sessions hear from some of the leading players in the business

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Speaking in THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

VP, unscripted and documentary series
Netflix
Managing partner, head of commerce
Reprise
CEO
AMC Networks
Chief executive officer
Banijay
CEO
Sky Studios
Director of original series, UK and Ireland
Sky Studios
EVP, Sky Studios Italia
Sky Studios

Sessions in THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Date: Tuesday 28 November
Start time: 11.00am |
Venue: Hall 2,
Kings Place
In this one-on-one interview Lina Brounéus will take a closer look at Netflix’s evolving strategy around film and series acquisition and coproductions, and will provide a window into the current landscape, from flexible deal structures to Netflix’s ongoing partnership with some of Europe’s leading distributors and production companies.
Date: Tuesday 28 November
Start time: 4.30pm |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
How can AI help reimagine the content and media industry, balancing the hi-tech with the human touch.
Date: Wednesday 29 November
Start time: 10.20am |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
Having achieved success with a diverse slate of global hits such as The Crown, The Last of Us, The Boys, Gen V, The Night Agent, Sex Education, Who Is Erin Carter?, Twisted Metal, The Killing Kind and The Winter King, unscripted formats like Shark Tank/Dragon’s Den and Who Wants to be a Millionaire, and franchises like Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy! and 90 Day Fiancé, Sony Pictures’ Chairman of Global Television Studios, Ravi Ahuja, looks ahead to how the only independent major studio, plans to navigate a rapidly changing entertainment business in the next 12 months. In his first international keynote appearance, Ahuja, who previously held key leadership positions at Disney and Fox, will discuss Sony’s strategy for standing apart with acclaimed IP, major TV franchises and hit shows captivating audiences on nearly every major streaming platform.
Date: Wednesday 29 November
Start time: 10.30am |
Venue: Hansom Hall,
St Pancras Hotel
After big hits like Too Hot to Handle, F1: Drive to Survive, and Sins of our Mother, in this keynote interview Riegg will look back at the growing slate of non-fiction titles that have captivated fans around the world and will deep dive into Netflix’s strategy and the exciting upcoming series and films.
Date: Wednesday 29 November
Start time: 11.10am |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
In this Sky Studios keynote session, we hear from CEO Sky Studios’ Cécile Frot-Coutaz, and team on their approach to producing unmissable TV and building global partnerships in an ever-changing content landscape.
Date: Wednesday 29 November
Start time: 3.20pm |
Venue: Hall 2,
Kings Place
In this fireside chat session, we talk to the co-executive chairmen of Boat Rocker Media and co-chairmen of Boat Rocker Studios, Ivan Schneeberg and David Fortier, about their vision and strategy for the global entertainment company and its creative engine, Boat Rocker Studios.
Date: Wednesday 29 November
Start time: 4.30pm |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
With several exciting projects in the works for 2024 and beyond, Universal International Studios president, Beatrice Springborn will set out her creative vision. She will be joined by newly appointed head of studio, Roma Khanna. Together they will unpack the UIS model and discuss the studio’s tailored approach to global storytelling.
Date: Thursday 30 November
Start time: 10.20am |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
In this keynote interview, AMC Networks’ CEO Kristin Dolan will discuss the current television landscape, the company’s content and monetization strategies and its partnership-focused approach to an evolving marketplace. Dolan will highlight the rapidly expanding FAST and AVoD space and how the company views these new platforms as an important element of a converged advertising and distribution footprint.
Date: Thursday 30 November
Start time: 11.00am |
Venue: Hall 1,
Kings Place
Adam Lewinson, chief content officer, Tubi, will share his content acquisition and commissioning strategies and coproduction opportunities at the Fox-owned free streaming service.
Date: Thursday 30 November
Start time: 12.00pm |
Venue: Hall 2,
Kings Place
David Madden is head of global entertainment for Wattpad Webtoon Studios, the fan-driven global entertainment and publishing arm for Webtoon and Wattpad. He oversees development, production, and sales for the company’s global TV, feature film, and animation businesses. In this conversation Madden will share his thoughts on Wattpad Webtoon Studios’ slate and also outline the opportunities for partnership with the fast-growing business.
Date: Thursday 30 November
Start time: 4.00pm |
Venue: Hall 2,
Kings Place
Reemah Sakaan was appointed CEO of the BBC and ITV’s BritBox International in February of this year. In this moderated discussion she will set out her vision and content plans for the subscription streamer as it pushes into new territories.