Connected TV Upfronts

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(Delegate arrival from 14.30)
The Steel Yard, Allhallows Lane, London, EC4R 3UE

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Event Overview

A newcomer for 2023, Connected TV Upfronts brought together DAZN, Formula 1, NBCUniversal, Rakuten Advertising and Vevo to delve into the on-screen chemistry between quality content and on-point targeting, debut their very latest advertiser offerings, and inspire you to think outside the (goggle)box. 

Read key takeouts from CTV Upfronts here

Agenda

14.30
Delegate arrival

15.00
Sessions start

DAZN: How to entertain a passionate sports audience, and the role brands play

A fireside chat with personalities from the world of sport – Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn and ex-Lioness Lianne Sanderson – as we strive to understand how TV audiences have changed and how innovation keeps the new generations entertained. We look at the way consuming sport content is changing, the differing habits of fans and the ways brands can inject messaging in a meaningful and relevant way.

Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Chief, Lianne Sanderson, Ex-Lioness, Damian Smyth, VP of Global Sales, DAZN & Ade Oladpio, DAZN Boxing & football presenter "

NBCUniversal: Unlocking the power of local fandoms through global partnership

At Comcast NBCUniversal, we turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. With a century-long legacy in entertainment, news, sports, and iconic films, we understand the magic that happens when people engage with the content they love, and the brand-boosting power of fandoms. In our increasingly interconnected world with multi-screen viewing on the rise, we envision a future of premium video at scale. Join us to learn how, alongside FreeWheel and top-tier publishers, we're creating the first unified video ecosystem for marketers, providing unmatched access to local fandoms on a global scale. 

Maggy Chan, MD & EVP Global Advertising & Partnerships, NBCUniversal, Thomas Bremond, SVP & GM, International, FreeWheel, David Fletcher, Chief Commercial Officer, Investment, Omnicom Media, Karin Seymour, Director of Client & Marketing, Sky Media

Formula 1: No Ordinary Sport

Since the first race in 1950, Formula 1 has evolved constantly, innovated relentlessly, and grown continually. Now with 23 races, in 22 counties across 4 continents, Formula 1’s mission is to deliver the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle to fans all over the world. Join us to learn about the unique global content production which serves our fans and powers our premium digital media offering, both here in the UK and beyond.

Lisa Spencer-Hayes, Head of Digital Advertising & Content Partnerships, Formula 1

Break

Rakuten Advertising: The New Frontier of Advertising: Navigating brand safety in the UK’s connected TV market

Join us for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of CTV Advertising in the UK. This thought-provoking talk will address key concerns, dissect the landscape of brand safety in the UK and uncover the essential changes needed to navigate this dynamic ecosystem successfully.

Dory Tse, Senior Client Development Manager, Chris Edwards, Director, Media, Rakuten Advertising, Steph Miller, Commercial Director EMEA, Publica and Thomas Stimpfig, Head of Video, PHD UK

Vevo: The Home of Music Television

As the home of music television, Vevo is at the center of culture, connecting the stories of artists with audiences around the world in over 50 markets. While music is heard everywhere, it’s seen only on Vevo. Hear about how we provide brands unparalleled direct connection to artists as we continue to bring Vevo into every CTV household. Don’t miss new product announcements, content and programming launches and a live artist performance.

Chris Wright, Head of Sales, UK and International & James Cornish, Senior Vice President, International Sales & Partnerships & Rachael Philpot Business Director UK & International, Vevo

17.30
Networking, drinks & canapes

19.30
Close

Speakers so far...

Chris Wright

Chris Wright

Head of Sales, UK and International, Vevo
Chris Wright

Chris Wright

Head of Sales, UK and International, Vevo
james cornish

James Cornish

Senior Vice President, International Sales & Partnerships, Vevo
james cornish

James Cornish

Senior Vice President, International Sales & Partnerships, Vevo
eddie hearn

Eddie Hearn

Matchroom Chief
eddie hearn

Eddie Hearn

Matchroom Chief
ade

Ade Oladpio

DAZN Boxing & football presenter
ade

Ade Oladpio

DAZN Boxing & football presenter
rachael philpot

Rachael Philpot

Business Director UK & International, Vevo
rachael philpot

Rachael Philpot

Business Director UK & International, Vevo
LISA

Lisa Spencer-Hayes

Head of Digital Advertising & Content Partnerships, Formula 1
LISA

Lisa Spencer-Hayes

Head of Digital Advertising & Content Partnerships, Formula 1
Maggy Chan

Maggy Chan

MD & EVP Global Advertising & Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Maggy Chan

Maggy Chan

MD & EVP Global Advertising & Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Thomas Bremond

Thomas Bremond

VP and GM, International, FreeWheel
Thomas Bremond

Thomas Bremond

VP and GM, International, FreeWheel
David Fletcher

David Fletcher

Chief Commercial and Financial Officer, Omnicom Media
David Fletcher

David Fletcher

Chief Commercial and Financial Officer, Omnicom Media
Karin

Karin Seymour

Director of Client and Marketing, Sky Media
Karin

Karin Seymour

Director of Client and Marketing, Sky Media
Dory

Dory Tse

Senior Client Development Manager, Rakuten Advertising
Dory

Dory Tse

Senior Client Development Manager, Rakuten Advertising
a

Chris Edwards

Director, Media, aRakuten Advertising
a

Chris Edwards

Director, Media, aRakuten Advertising
Steph Miller

Steph Miller

Commercial Director EMEA, Publica
Steph Miller

Steph Miller

Commercial Director EMEA, Publica
Thomas

Thomas Stimpfig

Head of Video, PHD UK
Thomas

Thomas Stimpfig

Head of Video, PHD UK
James Chandler

James Chandler

CMO, IAB UK
James Chandler

James Chandler

CMO, IAB UK

Our partners...

Dazn
Dazn
f1
Formula 1
NBCUniversal
NBCUniversal
Rakuten Advertising
Rakuten Advertising
vevo
Vevo
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Our biggest Upfronts ever

Four weeks of events full of fresh thinking and mega-watt speakers from Amazon Ads, BBC Studios, Snap Inc. and YouTube. You’ll be among the first to hear about brand new ad products and launches from the people at the forefront of digital innovation. 

Alongside Podcast and Gaming Upfronts, this year we're also launching Connected TV and Retail Media Upfronts. Over 20 of the most exciting companies from these quickly-growing channels will let you get up close to the opportunities they offer advertisers and how to make the most of them.

How are we being more sustainable at our events?

We’ve taken steps to ensure we are more sustainable at our events. This includes…

- Opting for fully vegetarian menus

- Printing less one-use items

- Re-using our event lanyards

- Opting for suppliers that align with our sustainability goals

How can you be more sustainable when attending our events?

- Where possible walk or travel by public transport

- Make sure when leaving our events that you hand in your lanyard with one of the team so we can reuse it at future events

- If you’re grabbing a hot drink on route – make sure you remember a reusable cup

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