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- Debate & Discuss
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- Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
- The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
- Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
- Monday Oct 6
- Tuesday Oct 7
- Wednesday Oct 8
Debate & Discuss
Industry Insights
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
12:30 PM
Debate & Discuss
Length: 1 Hour
Speaker(s):
Paige Sherman, Director, Shout Studios
Paige Sherman, Director, Shout Studios
Description: FAST executives and SVOD leaders square off on the future of free vs. paid streaming.
Industry Insights
Length: 1 Hour
Description: As live sports shifts to direct-to-consumer platforms, keeping fans engaged means more than just delivering the stream. This panel digs into what’s working—and what’s not—across features like multi-view, alt-casts, overlays, real-time personalization, and second-screen experiences. We explore how LiveOps, fan feedback, and data-driven design are reshaping the game, while also examining the balance between interactivity and overload. From accessibility to monetization—think gamification, shoppable moments, and loyalty loops—we look at the evolving playbook for turning passive viewers into active participants.
This session is in cooperation with Women in Streaming Media.
1:45 PM
Debate & Discuss
Length: 1 Hour
Speaker(s):
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Description: Tech innovators and business leaders face off in this debate over the importance of AI and automation and curtailing OpEx and CapEx vs. monetization strategy and growth.
Industry Insights
Length: 1 Hour
Speaker(s):
ErinRose Widner, Global Head of Business Strategy, Verizon
ErinRose Widner, Global Head of Business Strategy, Verizon
Description: As the media landscape evolves and technology rapidly expands, traditional ways of creating and distributing content are being redefined, sometimes on a daily basis. Hear how industry leaders are embracing innovation alongside traditional workflows and creating new strategies on metadata, all while keeping an eye on the overall future of media and audiences.
This session is in cooperation with Rise.
3:00 PM
Debate & Discuss
Length: 1 Hour
Description: Content owners and streaming platform execs debate audience data ownership and how the industry can achieve a better data-sharing balance, content providers on non-owned and operated platforms, and platform owners can partner more effectively to access audience data, grow revenue, and improve fill rates.
Industry Insights
Length: 1 Hour
Speaker(s):
Jason Thibeault, CEO, Streaming Video Technology Alliance (SVTA)
Jason Thibeault, CEO, Streaming Video Technology Alliance (SVTA)
Description: The lines between traditional broadcast and digital streaming are blurring, but the infrastructure behind them often isn’t. This panel dives into how media organizations are navigating the challenges of serving both worlds, with insights from platform operators and technology leaders tackling this dual-delivery reality. We explore how teams are managing bifurcated architectures, reconciling distinct delivery methods, and aligning diverging business models, from ad loads and latency to playout and personalization. Expect discussion on unified workflows, operational resilience, and what it really takes to future-proof a hybrid media strategy.
This session is in cooperation with SVTA.
4:15 PM
Debate & Discuss
Length: 1 Hour
Speaker(s):
Allan McLennan, President& Founder, PADEM Media Group
Allan McLennan, President& Founder, PADEM Media Group
Description: As AI and automation reshape the creative and digital landscape, the promise of efficiency, personalization, and scale is undeniable. But what happens when those innovations collide with the hard truths of monetization? This debate tackles the growing tension between tech-driven disruption and the economic realities facing creators, media companies, and platforms.
5:30 PM
Opening Night Party
Length: 2 Hours
Description: All VIP Access Pass holders are invited to our exclusive Opening Night Party on Monday at the retro-groovy beach house: The Bungalow at the Fairmont Miramar. Join us at this Santa Monica hot spot for an open bar, delicious bites, and live music. Open to VIP Access Pass holders, speakers, and sponsors.
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:15 AM
Networking Break in the Streaming Media Showcase
Length: 30 Minutes
10:45 AM
Keynotes
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Andy Beach, Media & AI Strategist, Alchemy Creations
Renard T. Jenkins, President & CEO, I2A2 Technologies, Labs & Studios
Andy Beach, Media & AI Strategist, Alchemy Creations
Renard T. Jenkins, President & CEO, I2A2 Technologies, Labs & Studios
Description: In this candid fireside chat, Hollywood Professional Organization VP Renard T. Jenkins joins us to explore how audience engagement and content distribution are being radically reshaped. From AI-driven emotion analysis and hyper-personalized recommendations to the rise of independent studios and the transformation of traditional broadcasters into digital-first platforms, this conversation will challenge assumptions about who makes content, how it’s delivered, and what truly connects with viewers.
11:30 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Jan Ozer, Owner, Streaming Learning Center
Nick Manoochehri, AI GTM - Media & Entertainment, Google
Jan Ozer, Owner, Streaming Learning Center
Nick Manoochehri, AI GTM - Media & Entertainment, Google
Description: Content owners and media tech experts discuss the challenges and cost efficiencies of scaling global content with voice cloning, AI-generated subtitles, and automation.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Shailley Singh, EVP, Product & COO, IAB Tech Lab
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Shailley Singh, EVP, Product & COO, IAB Tech Lab
Description: Ad-driven streaming monetization is all about making the most of user data to deliver the right ads to viewers via AI; check out this panel to learn how you can leverage AI and machine learning to gather more data and use it more efficiently to improve ad targeting and pricing.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Allan McLennan, President& Founder, PADEM Media Group
David B. Williams, SVP & GM of Channels, pocket.watch
Allan McLennan, President& Founder, PADEM Media Group
David B. Williams, SVP & GM of Channels, pocket.watch
Description: This panel kicks off Streaming Media’s first-ever “creator” track with a look at what more traditional channels can do to gain and maintain a foothold in this new creator content universe, exploring how streaming platforms can win against TikTok and YouTube.
2:00 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Bhavesh Upadhyaya, Subject Matter Expert - QoE, CDN Live Operations, SVTA
Bhavesh Upadhyaya, Subject Matter Expert - QoE, CDN Live Operations, SVTA
Description: Securing digital and streaming content and tracking and determining content provenance are quickly converging in the age of GenAI. This panel explores how streaming platforms can ensure content protection and authenticity.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Brian Ring, Principal Analyst, Ring Digital LLC
Dallas Lawrence, Chief Strategy & Communications Officer, Telly
Brian Ring, Principal Analyst, Ring Digital LLC
Dallas Lawrence, Chief Strategy & Communications Officer, Telly
Description: Shoppable TV is the next frontier in maximizing sales opportunities for brands and monetization opportunities for streaming content without deluging viewers with more ads. Learn how innovative streaming platforms, content owners, and brands are merging entertainment with ecommerce to drive sales.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Description: “Appointment viewing” is making a comeback by bringing the fans into the game. Prepare to lean in to learn how successful practitioners are making it happen.
2:45 PM
Coffee & Networking in the Streaming Media Showcase
Length: 30 Minutes
3:15 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Bhavesh Upadhyaya, Subject Matter Expert - QoE, CDN Live Operations, SVTA
Magnus Svensson, Media Solution Specialist, Eyevinn Technology
Corey Smith, Deputy General Manager, TATA Communications
Bhavesh Upadhyaya, Subject Matter Expert - QoE, CDN Live Operations, SVTA
Magnus Svensson, Media Solution Specialist, Eyevinn Technology
Corey Smith, Deputy General Manager, TATA Communications
Description: AI and machine learning are enabling new efficiencies in streaming workflows and taking live stream monitoring to new levels for those who know how to leverage them. Join this panel to see the cutting edge of real-time production workflows, automation, and predictive analytics.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Terrence Thames, CEO, Creative Director, Cocoa Creative Agency
Rashaun Hall, Vice President, Streaming & Partnerships, Fuse Media
Shamroc Peterson, CEO, Diverseego
Terrence Thames, CEO, Creative Director, Cocoa Creative Agency
Rashaun Hall, Vice President, Streaming & Partnerships, Fuse Media
Shamroc Peterson, CEO, Diverseego
Description: There are riches in the niches, as more than one independent FAST channel maverick has declared from the Streaming Media stage. This session explores the latest schemes for maximizing revenue in smaller, passionate communities.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Jon Giegengack, Principal, Hub Entertainment Research
Paige Sherman, Director, Shout Studios
Jon Giegengack, Principal, Hub Entertainment Research
Paige Sherman, Director, Shout Studios
Description: Dusting off classic media properties and leveraging them in new linear channels and other streaming venues has proven to be a winning strategy for content owners in the new distribution landscape; learn how franchises are reinventing themselves and reeling in new fans.
4:15 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Corey Smith, Deputy General Manager, TATA Communications
Corey Smith, Deputy General Manager, TATA Communications
Description: Optimizing infrastructure for cost efficiency and scalability are critical for live streams at scale. This panel examines how to manage CapEx and OpEx for cloud and hybrid streaming migration and what it might cost you in 2026 not to move more of your operations to the cloud.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Description: Some of the most surprising, imaginative, and budget-friendly streaming subscription bundles we’re seeing these days are coming from telcos and retailers and pairing competing services. Are multi-platform streaming bundles becoming the new cable TV?
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech Media
David B. Williams, SVP & GM of Channels, pocket.watch
Chris Pfaff, CEO, Chris Pfaff Tech Media
David B. Williams, SVP & GM of Channels, pocket.watch
Description: Creators are shaping the next wave of content, and that wave is rolling in fast. Join this panel to gain insight into the emerging creator economy and how to make it profitable.
5:00 PM
Happy Hour in the Streaming Media Showcase
Length: 1 Hour
Description: Network with leading solutions and service providers. Open to all attendees, speakers, and sponsors.
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:15 AM
Networking Break in the Streaming Media Showcase
Length: 30 Minutes
10:45 AM
11:45 AM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Eileen Rivera, Executive Producer/Host, Face of E Studio
Eileen Rivera, Executive Producer/Host, Face of E Studio
Description: This session delves into the range of AI-generated synthetic content populating the streaming ecosystem today, exploring such emerging genres of deepfakes, virtual influencers, and AI-generated news.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Jarred Wilichinsky, SVP, Ad Operations, Paramount
Shailley Singh, EVP, Product & COO, IAB Tech Lab
Nadine Krefetz, Consultant, Reality Software
Jarred Wilichinsky, SVP, Ad Operations, Paramount
Shailley Singh, EVP, Product & COO, IAB Tech Lab
Description: Many industry pundits have commented that GenAI would have an easier entry into the adtech media workflow than other areas because the ROI is more transparent, and upfront updates from major content platforms suggest the industry is buying in. This panel explores whether those bets are likely to pay off, and if agentic AI is really capable of following IAB standards, creating media plans, personalizing creative, optimizing A/B testing, buying placement, monitoring QoS, providing measurement, and more.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Shamroc Peterson, CEO, Diverseego
Mike Duffy, CEO, YumCrunch
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Shamroc Peterson, CEO, Diverseego
Mike Duffy, CEO, YumCrunch
Description: Not every creator follows the conventional route through studios, agencies, or influencer networks. This session features four creators who’ve built sustainable businesses on their own terms—operating outside the traditional systems while cultivating loyal audiences and creative freedom. Hear how they did it, why it works, and what others can learn from their approach.
12:30 PM
Attendee Lunch — Last Chance to Visit the Streaming Media Showcase
Length: 1 Hour
1:30 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Rob Dillon, Principal Strategist, Dillon Media Ventures
Max Rausch, Director, Business Optimization, Roku
Tony Huidor, COO & CTO, Cineverse
Sharon Kritzer, VP Product, Discovery + AI, Tubi
Rob Dillon, Principal Strategist, Dillon Media Ventures
Max Rausch, Director, Business Optimization, Roku
Tony Huidor, COO & CTO, Cineverse
Sharon Kritzer, VP Product, Discovery + AI, Tubi
Description: In today’s saturated content market, even on the downward slope of the peak TV era, offering great content isn’t enough to deliver satisfying experiences to streaming users. Platforms and channels need to read the tea leaves of user data and surface the shows viewers most want to see next. This session explores how machine learning and personalization facilitate more effective curation and discovery and increasingly shape the viewer experience.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Brian Ring, Principal Analyst, Ring Digital LLC
Remi Beaudouin, Chief Strategy Officer, Ateme
David Guinan, Independent Digital Strategy Consultant
Brian Ring, Principal Analyst, Ring Digital LLC
Remi Beaudouin, Chief Strategy Officer, Ateme
David Guinan, Independent Digital Strategy Consultant
Description: From direct-to-consumer leagues to ad-driven sports streaming, this panel explores next-generation strategies for delivering dynamic and profitable sports experiences that connect with mass and niche audiences alike.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Description: Even as streaming monetization becomes more ad-driven, traditional advertising is no longer the only way to capture attention; creators are taking the lead in engaging audiences in more authentic, creative, and impactful ways; and brands are taking note and partnering with them. In this session, creators and brands share lessons from successful brand collaborations.
2:30 PM
Tech Jackpot: Winning the Streaming Innovation Game
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Mickael Raulet, Chief Technology Officer,, Ateme
Mickael Raulet, Chief Technology Officer,, Ateme
Description: In this session, encoding and codec experts discuss how compression technology is evolving as streaming delivery increasingly moves to the edge, with an eye to the rise of key codec contenders, from AV1 to VVC and beyond.
The Monetization Match – Show Me the Money!
Length: 45 Minutes
Description: Brand integration today goes beyond mere product placements or commercial breaks. It’s about creating organic connections between content and brand experiences with sponsored content, co-branded shows, and interactive experiences. This session digs into the ways brands are embedding themselves in video content.
Beyond the Stream—The Ultimate Content Challenge
Length: 45 Minutes
Speaker(s):
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Jeff Clanagan, President & Chief Distribution Officer, Hartbeat
Tom Merritt, Co-Host, Daily Tech News Show (DTNS)
Jeff Clanagan, President & Chief Distribution Officer, Hartbeat
Description: As digital platforms evolve, sustained engagement thrives on belonging. Viewers build powerful connections as fan bases through communities of shared interest. How are today’s streaming platforms responding to this trend and leveraging fan loyalty and fandom culture?
3:30 PM