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Tuesday, June 6
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In Conversation With: Heather Olander, The CW (11:00am - 12:00pm)Dana 5-8 Earlier this year, veteran television executive Heather Olander – previously EVP of alternative development and programming for NBCUniversal’s USA Network, Syfy and Peacock – was named as the head of unscripted programming at The CW, a newly created position that signals an important shift in the strategy for the U.S. broadcast network. In this keynote conversation, Heather Olander will outline her plans for ramping up unscripted at The CW, and share her thoughts on the challenges and opportunities ahead for the genre. Featuring:
   
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In Conversation With: CJ Yu, Amazon Studios (2:00pm - 3:00pm)Dana 5-8 As part of his current role as Head of Unscripted Development, Global Formats, CJ Yu leads a team that oversees unscripted slates for newer Prime Video territories such as Australia, Canada, Middle East, and supports the development of unscripted originals across Europe, Asia, Africa and Latam. He drives the expansion of hit original franchises around the world, such as All Or Nothing, LOL: Last One Laughing, Luxe Listings, and Wild and Free. In this keynote conversation, CJ Yu will discuss what he and his team are looking to achieve with their producing partners on the local originals front, their strategy around global unscripted formats, and provide perspective on the kind of series they’re looking to put into the development pipeline. Featuring:
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The Big Questions … And Some Answers (4:15pm - 5:00pm)Dana 5-8 How might a potential writers strike impact the unscripted business? What is the prognosis for linear networks in the near future? What are the opportunities for original content in the ever-evolving streaming world? And how can buyers and sellers of unscripted content best prepare for the twists and turns ahead? All these questions, and perhaps more, will be tackled by our team of top executives from across the industry in this “can’t miss” session. Featuring:
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Wednesday, June 7
| 9:00am |
After the Reset: Challenges and Opportunities for Content Creators (9:00am - 9:45am)Pacific Learning Ctr 2022 saw myriad pivotal shifts in the screen content business. The metrics for success shifted substantially for streaming, with profitability usurping subscription numbers. Mergers of major legacy media companies led to cutbacks and uncertainty for content buyers and sellers alike. And while the changes aren’t over yet, the dust might be clearing enough to get a clearer picture of the trends that will shape the industry in the near future. Join Parrot Analytics’ Monica Trujillo-Jamison as she explores the outlook for the screen content business, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities ahead for the unscripted sector. Featuring:
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| 10:00am |
In Conversation With: Arthur Smith (10:00am - 11:00am)Dana 5-8 Join us for a conversation with the founder of A. Smith & Co. and chairman of Tinopolis USA, as he reflects on 30+ years in the unscripted television business. Smith's keynote conversation will also come directly on the heels of the launch of his non-fiction book, Reach (Blackstone Publishing), which chronicles his career in television thus far and takes the reader behind the scenes of dozens of pivotal moments in sports and television history. Join Arthur for a special book signing in the Foyer immediately following the keynote conversation Featuring:
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THE FRAPA SESSIONS: East Meets West: The Route To Success? (11:45am - 12:30pm)Sponsored by:  Dana 5-8 There’s no doubt that when it comes to formats, Asian territories have been in the forefront of marrying innovation and entertainment, creating wildly inventive global hits in the process. And increasingly, production companies in the West are collaborating with Eastern format powerhouses to craft content for wider audiences. Hear from top format executives from the East and West to learn more about how to foster such partnerships, and what each side can bring to the table. Featuring:
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AI AI OH! (1:45pm - 2:45pm)Dana 5-8 Everyone is talking about AI, and most agree that it will transform practically every aspect of entertainment. But it’s not just the scripted world that will be impacted – there are myriad opportunities to integrate these evolving technologies into your processes and your productions. This session will serve as a “show and tell” in which you’ll see what’s happening now in AI and how it can impact your storytelling, while also offering a glimpse of what’s just around the corner. Featuring:
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| 3:00pm |
What We’ll Be Watching: Trends In Unscripted (3:00pm - 3:45pm)Dana 5-8 Unscripted programming is a truly versatile genre – not only is it capable of truly reflecting the times in which it’s made, but it can also provide escapist entertainment that can transform into cultural phenomena. In this session, you’ll hear from top programming and production executives about the trends they expect to impact unscripted programming for the near future, and the content they’ll be looking to entertain audiences with. Featuring:
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Thursday, June 8
| 10:00am |
Town Hall: The Power Of The Pivot – A Survivor’s Guide To The Next Few Years (10:00am - 10:45am)Sponsored by:  Dana 5-8 Yes, these are challenging times. But there are innumerable instances of executives in the unscripted business who have reinvented themselves in times of disruption, and through a mix of creativity, courage and “can do” spirit, have pivoted into exciting new chapters of their professional lives, propelling the industry forward in the process. This session brings together such execs who will share their stories, including their tips on how to make transformative transitions that will take you, and your business, to new heights. Featuring:
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| 2:15pm |
Global Visions, International Insights (2:15pm - 3:00pm)Dana 5-8 From networks to streamers to production companies, everyone is looking at ways to maximize the reach – and hopefully, the success – of content. What might have been seen as a hit in a local market in years past now has the potential to become a global smash. But in such an environment, understanding the evolution of the international unscripted market – including the needs and business processes of the platforms driving it – is key. This session will provide an overview of how content is traveling across borders in today’s media landscape, what content is connecting with global audiences, and how to establish international partnerships at a time when they might be more relevant than ever. Featuring:
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