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11:00am MDT

Media Universe Summit

Thursday June 12, 2025 11:00am - 5:30pm MDT

11:00–11:45 AM | Keynote Address: The Future of Media
Industry visionary Evan Shapiro kicks off the summit with an insightful keynote on the evolving media landscape, emerging trends, and the challenges facing content creators and distributors.
Speaker: Evan Shapiro, Cartographer

11:45–12:00 PM | Fireside Chat: Monetizing the Long Tail
The founder of one of streaming's most innovative company's talks about transforming libraries into audiences and revenues.
Speaker: Yigit Celik, CEO, MERZIGO

12:00–12:30 PM | Panel: Maximizing YouTube on TV
YouTube talks with publishers and creators about YouTube as CTV's new broadcast platform. Explore how social video platforms are transforming into TV-like experiences. Learn best practices for content monetization, audience growth, and platform strategies.
Moderator: Fede Goldenberg, Head of TV & Film AVOD Content Partnerships, YouTube
Panelists: Matt Risley, Managing Director – 4Studio, Channel 4
Andrew Yaffe, CEO, DudePerfect
Danyel Mendoza, Vice President, Programming Strategy & Content Planning, Disney

12:30–1:35 PM | Lunch Break

1:35-2:20PM | Research Debate: Which Measurement Matters Most: Content vs. Advertising
Two teams compete, using National High School Debate Club Rules on what each argues is THE most important measurement metric for the Streaming Era. A thought-provoking discussion between top media researchers on audience behavior, data-driven content strategies, and the impact of analytics on media consumption.
Moderator: Evan Shapiro, Cartographer

TEAM 1: Advertising
Manu Singh, Chief Data & Innovation Officer, National CineMedia (NCM)
Justin From, Head of Insights, Samsung Ads
Fred Black, Research Director, Ampere Analysis

TEAM 2: Content
Jon Giegengack, Founder & Principal, Hub Entertainment Research
Michelle Gelman, Global Head of Content and Core Products, Nielsen
Joshua Cohen, Founder & COO, Tubefilter

2:20–2:35 PM | Fireside Chat with Freely
Moderator: Evan Shapiro, Cartographer
Speaker: Jonathan Thompson, CEO, Everyone TV

2:35–3:15 PM | Panel: College Sports Media 101: A Primer on NILCONOMICS
The college and high school football media landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, reshaping sports business models, fan engagement and student-athlete NIL opportunities. This panel brings together experts from across the sports and television industry—media, production, college athletics, and distribution—to explore the evolving business model of “unprofessional sports” in TV and Streaming.
Moderator: Doug Scott, Chief Creative Officer, NETWORK
Panelists:
Colin Campbell, Head of Development, Omaha Productions
Julian Lewis, Quarterback, University of Colorado
Walter Brock ,Director of Creative, University of Alabama Football
Geoff Clark, CEO, acTVe FAST Channels

3:15–3:45 PM | Networking Break

3:45–4:00 PM | Case Study

4:00–4:40 PM | The Discovery Challenge: Who Drives Channel Success?
As FAST platforms accelerate toward a projected $12.5 billion market by 2027, one critical question demands innovative solutions: How can platforms and content owners effectively share responsibility for marketing and discovery? With thousands of channels competing for viewer attention, the industry faces a discoverability challenge that requires collaborative approaches to unlock full growth potential.
This dynamic session brings together industry leaders to explore different perspectives on streaming's most pressing opportunity – creating effective marketing partnerships that benefit platforms, channels, and viewers alike
Moderator: Jonathan Verk, Founder & CEO, Social Department

TEAM 1:
Wayne Davison, Chief Revenue Officer, Little Dot Studios
Gene Pao, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Digital, Shout! Studios
Laura Florence, Senior Vice President, Global FAST Channels, Fremantle
Shawn Silverman, Global Head of Marketing, Pluto TV

TEAM 2:
Jonas Engwall, CEO, Bedrock
Samuel Harowitz, Senior Vice President, Content Acquisitions and Partnerships, Tubi
Linette Zaulich, Director Unscripted & Head of B2C, ZDF Studios
Martin Trickey, Managing Director, ITV

4:40–4:55 PM | Case Study

4:55–5:30 PM | Podcast Recording: The Future of CTV & OS
A live podcast session discussing the convergence of connected TV (CTV) and operating systems, and what it means for advertisers and media companies.
Speakers: Marion Ranchet, Evan Shapiro, Special Guest Matthew Henick from the Trade Desk and Special Guest Alan d'Escragnolle, Filmhub

5:30 PM | Closing Remarks & End of Summit
A wrap-up of key takeaways and closing thoughts.
Speaker: Evan Shapiro, Cartographer

Speakers

Martin Trickey

Managing Director Zoo 55, ITV Studios

As Managing Director, Martin is responsible for driving ITV Studios’ ambitious digital business Zoo 55 forwards. Zoo 55 encompasses all of ITV Studios’ FAST, social and gaming content, with a portfolio of 160+ owned and operated channels on YouTube, 18 FAST channels across 17... Read More →

Geoff Clark

CEO, acTVe FAST Channels

CEO of acTVe, a leading streaming television company specializing in the development, management, and distribution of FAST channels. Under his leadership, acTVe owns, operates, manages, or advises for over 20 premium channels, including marquee brands such as Popular Science, Nitro... Read More →

Marion Ranchet

Founder, Streaming Made Easy

Marion Ranchet currently runs Streaming Made Easy, a boutique consultancy empowering streaming video companies to launch and grow in Western Europe. With 20 years of experience in the industry, and as a film and TV lover, she advises streamers, distribution platforms and technology... Read More →

Samuel Harowitz

Senior Vice President, Content Acquisition and Partnerships, Tubi

As Senior Vice President, Content Acquisition and Partnerships, Samuel Harowitz leads allcontent partnerships at Tubi, including third-party licensed programming acquisitions, originalcontent, and off platform content distribution. He oversees partnerships with indie producers andlicensors... Read More →

Fede Goldenberg

Global Head of TV & Film AVOD Partnerships, YouTube

Fede Goldenberg is an experienced Technology, Media & Entertainment leader, with 20+ years of work at the intersection of content & technology through multiple roles on both sides of the table with content production & distribution as well as platform management & content acquisition.Fede... Read More →

Justin Fromm

Head of Insights, Samsung Ads

Justin Fromm is an experienced media executive and a leading expert in the Connected TV and SVOD space currently serving as Head of Insights, North America at Samsung Ads. Justin has extensive experience as a data leader, conducting strategic research on the value and effectiveness... Read More →

Evan Shapiro

Cartographer

Evan Shapiro is known as the cartographer of the Media Universe. His maps, infographics, and ruminations are quoted and used by businesses, executives, analysts, and colleges around the world. Using his very specific point of view, Shapiro charts Media's future through his essays... Read More →

Yigit Dogan Celik

CEO, Merzigo

Yiğit Doğan Çelik is the Chairperson & CEO of Merzigo, leading the company’s global expansion and strategic direction. With a strong background in media, technology, and digital monetization, he has been the key figure in transforming Merzigo into a key player in the international... Read More →

Andrew Yaffe

CEO, Dude Perfect

Andrew Yaffe joined Dude Perfect as Chief Executive Officer in 2024. Prior to joining the Dude Perfect team, he served as Executive Vice President, Head of Social, Digital and Original Content at the NBA, leading the department responsible for all video, editorial, and documentary... Read More →

Laura Florence

Senior Vice President, Global FAST Channels, Fremantle

Laura Florence brings nearly 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry to her current position as SVP, Global Channels at Fremantle. In this newly created role, Laura oversees the Fremantle flagship U.S. game show network BUZZR, in addition to all channel offerings across... Read More →

Matt Risley

Managing Director, Channel 4

Matt Risley is the MD of 4Studio, Channel 4’s in-house digital agency responsible for the UK broadcaster’s social and YouTube strategy at a channel, show and platform level, as well as production of thousands of pieces of digital content every month for social and digital platforms... Read More →

Jonathan Thompson

CEO, Everyone TV

Jonathan Thompson is Chief Executive Officer of Everyone TV, the organization that runs free television in the UK. Jonathan has recently overseen the development and launch of the UK’s newest streaming platform, Freely, which brings together live and on demand content from the UK’s biggest broadcasters, all in one place, for free. Built into new smart TVs and delivered over wi-fi, Freely w... Read More →

Jon Giegengack

Founder and Principal, Hub Entertainment Research

Jon Giegengack is the founder and principal at Hub Entertainment Research. He launched Hub in 2013, as the convergence of technology and entertainment began to gain speed. Jon recognized the need for real-time insight about the changing world of digital entertainment: from how people... Read More →

Danyel Mendoza

Vice President, Programming Strategy & Content Planning, Disney Entertainment

Danyel Mendoza is Vice President of Programming Strategy for DisneyEntertainment focused on the Disney branded networks: Disney Channel,Disney Jr. and Disney XD. In her role, Mendoza oversees linear andnonlinear program strategy, and works closely with the direct-to consumerprogramming... Read More →

Julian Lewis

Quarterback, University of Colorado

Julian Lewis is a 5-star 2025 QB commit for University of Colorado out of Carrollton, GA. Julian was the consensus #1 ranked player in the class of 2026 prior to reclassifying to the class of 2025. Julian received multiple D1 offers as an 8th grader from top blueblood programs in... Read More →

Fred Black

Research Director, Ampere Analysis

At UK and US-based media research data and analytics firm Ampere Analysis, Fred leads Ampere’s Americas office, whilst overseeing Ampere’s Commissioning database tracker of global production of TV shows & film. Fred is an experienced analyst and speaker, presenting on how SVoDs... Read More →

Manu Singh

Chief Data & Innovation Officer, National CineMedia (NCM)

Manu Singh is the Chief Data and Innovation Officer at National CineMedia (NCM), where she drives the company’s data and technology strategy, shaping its approach to audience intelligence, measurement, and programmatic innovation. She played a key role in launching NCMx, a first-of-its-kind... Read More →

Colin Campbell

Head of Development, Omaha Productions

Colin Campbell is the head of development at Omaha Productions, where he oversees the company's slate of projects across television, film, and live events. Colin was part of the core team that launched Omaha in 2021 and led the development of the company's flagship property, the Emmy-Award... Read More →

Geo Pao

Executive Vice President, Strategy and Digital,, Shout Factory

Gene Pao was named EVP Strategy and Digital in 2021 and currently oversees strategy, production, marketing and product management, business development, and Shout’s digital streaming services. Previously, Gene was SVP of Digital Enterprises where he successfully led Shout!'s expansion... Read More →

Wayne Davison

Chief Revenue Officer, Little Dot Studios

Wayne Davison is Chief Revenue Officer of Little Dot Studios, the award-winning content studio and digital media network operating across the UK, US, Europe and ANZ. Having joined the company in 2016, as well as being part of the Senior Leadership Team at Little Dot Studios, Wayne... Read More →

Walter Brock

Director of Creative, University of Alabama Football

Walt’s a former college football student-athlete who has successfully navigated the professional sports and college athletics ranks as a sport administrator, fundraiser, and brand developer. With stops at the NCAA office, Conference USA, Oakland Raiders, Cal Berkeley, and Columbia... Read More →

Linette Zaulich

Director Unscripted & Head of B2C, ZDF Studios

Jonathan Verk

Founder & CEO, Social Department

Jonathan is a dynamic leader who has driven innovation, growth, and transformative successacross media, advertising and tech industries. He is the founder of Social Department, an AI-poweredplatform used by networks, streamers, studios and FAST to automate social media strategy... Read More →

Shawn Silverman

Global Head of Marketing, Pluto TV

Shawn Silverman is the Global Head of Marketing at Pluto TV, leading the brand’sworldwide creative marketing strategy. In this role, he oversees all facets of marketingincluding brand, content, media, events, social, on-air promos, CRM, partner, and productmarketing, driving growth... Read More →

Joshua Cohen

Founder & COO, Tubefilter

Joshua Cohen is the founder of Tubefilter, the Streamy Awards, and Gospel Stats. He wasenthusiastic and excited about creators when he launched Tubefilter in 2007, and has been a hugechampion for them and the creator economy ever since.From creator news and industry analysis on Tubefilter... Read More →

Michelle Gelman

Global Head of Content and Core Products, Nielsen

Michelle Gelman is Global Head of Content and Core Products at Nielsen where she leadsproduct strategy and execution for both Nielsen’s core currency and next-generation content measurementand analytics products. Her remit spans U.S. and International Television and Radio AudienceMeasurement... Read More →

Doug Scott

Chief Creative Officer, Network

Douglas Scott is a partner and Chief Creative Officer at NETWORK, the leading College SportsMarketing and Athlete Management Agency representing elite student-athletes, advising colleges andconferences and collaborating with national brands on NIL initiatives.In 2016, he co-founded... Read More →

Jonas Engwall

CEO, Bedrock

With more than 20 years’ experience in the media and technology industry, and a professionalcareer spanning almost a dozen countries, Jonas brings extensive expertise and a proven track record forleading business growth and international expansion. He joined RTL Group in 2007 in... Read More →

Alan d'Escragnolle

CEO and Co-Founder, Filmhub

Alan d'Escragnolle is the CEO and Co-Founder of Filmhub, a global, all-rights film and TVdistributor. A Brazilian-American Wharton graduate, Alan is a lifelong entrepreneur and started his firstcompany at age 14. He honed his entrepreneurial skills leading teams at Square, Intuit... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 11:00am - 5:30pm MDT
Mountain View Pavillion

Media Universe Summit