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Sunday, February 9
| 1:00 PM |
Early Check-in (1:00-7:00)
Registration Desk 1:00 PM-1:30 PM |
| 2:00 PM |
Brainpick—Getting Creative
Gusman 2:00 PM-3:00 PM From conception to creation, join some of the industry’s most experienced creators and consultants, who will be on hand to work with you on fine-tuning your pitch materials so you’re ready for market. Got a quick query about show bibles, scriptwriting or curriculum building? You can also pop in and ask any questions you may have about developing and pitching kids content. Speaking
   
Brainpick—Money Talks
Tuttle 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Have you got a question about financing or co-producing your idea? We’ve recruited a handful of leading kids content producers able to offer advice on financing and setting up effective co-production partnerships. Speaking
Brainpick—Beyond the Screen
Dupont 2:00 PM-3:00 PM We've assembled top experts across the world of YouTube, podcasting, retail, and rights management to answer questions you may have about moving your content to the next stage in its lifecycle. Speaking
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| 3:00 PM |
Pitch Doctoring 1
Merrick 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Get primed to pitch your project more effectively before the event even begins! In these 15 minute consults, some of the industry’s most talented pitchers will take a look at your materials on Sunday afternoon and give you advice on how to deliver them with more punch when your meetings start the next day. Note: Advanced sign up is required and will be filled on a first-come first-served basis. Pitch doctors and specific time slots will be assigned at random. Speaking
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| 4:15 PM |
Pitch Doctoring 2
Merrick 4:15 PM-5:00 PM Get primed to pitch your project more effectively before the event even begins! In these 15 minute consults, some of the industry’s most talented pitchers will take a look at your materials on Sunday afternoon and give you advice on how to deliver them with more punch when your meetings start the next day. Note: Advanced sign up is required and will be filled on a first-come first-served basis. Pitch doctors and specific time slots will be assigned at random. Speaking
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| 4:30 PM |
Venue Tour
Registration Desk 4:30 PM-5:00 PM Get a feel for the layout of our venue before the Summit officially kicks off so you don’t waste precious time trying to find sessions, events and people throughout the week. This tour departs from the Registration Desk and shows you where everything will take place. |
Monday, February 10
| 8:00 AM |
BREAKFAST (served from 8:00-10:00 in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
8:00 AM-8:15 AM |
| 8:30 AM |
Venue Tour
Registration Desk 8:30 AM-9:00 AM Get a feel for the layout of our venue before the Summit officially kicks off so you don’t waste precious time trying to find sessions, events and people throughout the week. This tour departs from the Registration Desk and shows you where everything will take place. MASTER CLASS—Majoring in Trendspotting
Gusman 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Want to know whether you’ve got the next Baby Shark or TikTok on your hands? Consumer market tracker Chris Byrne will lead this deep-dive workshop into identifying kid trends with staying power, sharing practical resources for assessment, and outlining safer ways to get in on the ground floor of a burgeoning consumer movement. Speaking
MENTOR CLASS—Master the Art of Storyboarding
Tuttle 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Making a show without a storyboard is like baking a cake without a recipe. You can do it, but you might end up with un-consumable mess. Join this hands-on mentor class with an experienced storyboard artist to learn tips, tricks and best-practice advice that will help you use this development tool to its fullest potential. Speaking
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| 9:00 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:00 AM-9:15 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Daphné de BeauffortEVP, Animation Acquisitions TF1 Animation, kids & preschool, gender neutral, 4-10 y.o, no live-action.
Agustina DompeSr Manager Content Acquisition The Walt Disney Company Latin America Looking for Funny animation series but that also tell a story. Also interested in movies tween oriented, live action.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
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| 9:15 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:15 AM-9:30 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this one-hour networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Daphné de BeauffortEVP, Animation Acquisitions TF1 Animation, kids & preschool, gender neutral, 4-10 y.o, no live-action.
Agustina DompeSr Manager Content Acquisition The Walt Disney Company Latin America Looking for Funny animation series but that also tell a story. Also interested in movies tween oriented, live action.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
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| 9:30 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:30 AM-9:45 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Daphné de BeauffortEVP, Animation Acquisitions TF1 Animation, kids & preschool, gender neutral, 4-10 y.o, no live-action.
Agustina DompeSr Manager Content Acquisition The Walt Disney Company Latin America Looking for Funny animation series but that also tell a story. Also interested in movies tween oriented, live action.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
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| 9:45 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:45 AM-10:00 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Daphné de BeauffortEVP, Animation Acquisitions TF1 Animation, kids & preschool, gender neutral, 4-10 y.o, no live-action.
Agustina DompeSr Manager Content Acquisition The Walt Disney Company Latin America Looking for Funny animation series but that also tell a story. Also interested in movies tween oriented, live action.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
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| 10:00 AM |
KEYNOTE—The Power of Awe and Perception: Using Science to Unlock Creativity and Innovation
Bayfront 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Kicking off the event with a fascinating presentation about how individual views of reality can be harnessed to change creative and business output is popular TED Talk speaker and University of London neuroscience professor Beau Lotto. You will not want to miss listening in as he explores how the brain experiences awe, wonder and curiosity, and how companies can use these neuroscience fundamentals to unlock innovation and foster new ways of thinking about opportunities and challenges. Speaking
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| 10:45 AM |
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10:45 AM-11:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM |
Fear Factor
Sevilla 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Horror is having a bit of a moment. In a sea of reboots and hero movies, the category is experiencing a renaissance, contributing some of the most innovative stories and genre-bending formats out there. How can kids producers tap into this mainstreaming trend with age-appropriate thrills? A host of horror experts reveal their creepiest secrets for success. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Jules Borkent & Layla Lewis, Nickelodeon
Gusman 11:00 AM-11:30 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:15 AM |
30 Minutes with... Marie McCann, CBC Kids
Tuttle 11:15 AM-11:45 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:45 AM |
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11:45 AM-12:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM |
Keeping Kids Captivated
Bayfront 12:00 PM-12:45 PM This generation of kids are self-sufficient explorers, highly proficient at navigating the ocean of available content to find what fits their mood in the moment. Staying relevant means understanding their specific needs, and creating stories, characters and content that connect with them in those moments. Disney Channels Consumer Insights will share an in-depth portrait of today's kids: Who they are, how they show up, and what they are looking to us to deliver. Speaking
Made for TV?
Sevilla 12:00 PM-12:45 PM With thousands of hours of content to fill, there’s been a resurgence in movies for the smaller screen. But how has the model shifted, who’s watching now, and how does a scheduleless platform change the game? Broadcasters and producers take to the stage to explore the new wave of made-for-TV. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Henrietta Hurford-Jones, BBC Studios
Gusman 12:00 PM-12:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Henrietta Hurford-JonesCreative Director, Executive Producer, Freelance Project Advisor BBC Studios 30 Minutes with... Aaron Davidson, HBO Max Animation
Dupont 12:00 PM-12:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. |
| 12:15 PM |
30 Minutes with... Katie Wilson, Corus Kids
Tuttle 12:15 PM-12:45 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 12:45 PM |
LUNCH (served in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
12:45 PM-2:00 PM Lunching with... Digital Media Experts
Merrick 12:45 PM-2:00 PM Spend some quality time with digital media experts who can give you advice and guidance on how to commercialize your kids IP in the digital space. You’ll have a chance to share a meal in a small group with one of the industry’s top execs specializing in streaming, websites, gaming apps, podcasting or YouTube content for kids. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. NOTE: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
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| 2:00 PM |
Redefining Pubcasting in an OTT Universe
Bayfront 2:00 PM-2:45 PM Balancing growing audience expectations and decreasing budgets, pubcasters are redefining themselves for a new world of SVOD competitors. As the streaming wars heat up, and companies increasingly bank on sure-fire hits and demos, these publicly funded broadcasters have a unique opportunity to reach forgotten audiences, tackle tough and taboo topics, and redefine what it means to balance public service and entertainment. Top buyers from the ABC, BBC, CBC, NRK and PBS weigh in on how they’re shaping their businesses for the future. Speaking
Trine RuudHead of Acquisitions and Dubbing NRK Super NRK Reflect diversity; animation & live action; charact-driven comedy 6-9; Sitcom/soap-style drama; no features; Licence: unltd FVOD for Norway during licence period.
Quite the Character
Sevilla 2:00 PM-2:45 PM Keeping characters fresh is the key to standing out in a crowded kid’s content landscape. Today’s hottest character designers from around the world join us to share how they bring newness to their craft, push the development curve aesthetically, and importantly, sell that innovative design to buyers. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Craig Hunter, Sony Pictures Television
Gusman 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
30 Minutes with... David Cho, SK Broadband
Dupont 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:15 PM |
30 Minutes with... Curtis Lelash, Netflix Animation
Tuttle 2:15 PM-2:45 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:45 PM |
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2:45 PM-3:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM |
What Keeps You Up at Night?
Bayfront 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Our business is changing at breakneck speed these days—from evolving distribution platforms, to shifting budget demands, to the fickle attention span of kids and more. Keeping up with the ever-changing nature of kids entertainment can make even the soundest-sleeping business leader toss and turn all night long. Join this lively panel discussion about key issues plaguing the industry, and learn how top execs are plotting their paths forward. Speaking
Showrunners: Not Just For Grown-Ups Anymore
Sevilla 3:00 PM-3:45 PM While making an adult drama without a showrunner is pretty much unthinkable in the age of Peak TV, that hasn’t traditionally been the case in the kids genre—particularly in animation. But times are changing. Though they haven’t quite reached Shondaland status yet, kids TV showrunners are increasingly in demand. We’ve gathered a group of the most experienced ones to examine this changing landscape, outlining what they bring to the table, why they’re an integral part of a successful kids series build, and what producers have to do to attract top talent. Speaking
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| 3:45 PM |
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3:45 PM-4:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM |
The Franchise Debate: Are Kids Sick of the Same Old IPs?
Bayfront 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Children’s entertainment was built on franchises, but a disappointing summer box office and waning enthusiasm for the latest stream of reboots indicate that these old-school IPs are no longer guaranteed hits. Are kids craving something new and exciting to call their own, or is the current slump just a minor blip? Listen in as we explore both sides of this question to determine once and for all if the franchise fatigue is real in Kidscreen Summit’s first-ever moderated debate. See who is crowned victorious. Speaking
Groundwork for Growth: Setting New Creators Up to Succeed
Sevilla 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Advice is nice, but what up-and-comers really need in order to make it are concrete tools. The creative minds behind some of today’s top shows discuss the barriers they faced early in their careers, the resources and support they wish they’d had during those difficult years, and what exactly started them off on their path to success. Speaking
Cocktails with... BBC Studios
Tuttle 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Henrietta Hurford-JonesCreative Director, Executive Producer, Freelance Project Advisor BBC Studios 
Liz RandallHead of Development, Indies, BBC Studios Kids & Family BBC Studios Unique preschool shows with a strong global appeal. Animation preferred.
Cocktails with... PBS KIDS
Dupont 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Tommy GillespieSenior Director, Content Production PBS KIDS Animation & live-action for kids ranging from age 2 to 8.
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| 5:00 PM |
Kidscreen's Kick-Off Cocktail (fifth floor Pool Terrace)
5:00 PM-6:30 PM Mix and mingle poolside with other delegates at the Summit’s biggest social event. This bash caps off the first day and attracts hundreds of kids entertainment execs looking to meet partners, chat about business and soak up the Miami sunset. |
Tuesday, February 11
| 8:00 AM |
BREAKFAST (served from 8:00-10:00 in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
8:00 AM-8:15 AM |
| 8:30 AM |
SOLD OUT!— MASTER CLASS—Anatomy of an SVOD Deal
Gusman 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Join two experienced producers who've successfully negotiated SVOD deals with a variety of platforms. They’ll provide valuable guidance on setting expectations, what happens at each stage of the deal-making process, standard clauses, and how to identify, avoid and deal with common SVOD-contract pitfalls. Speaking
MENTOR CLASS—Countdown to Licensing
Tuttle 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Yes, there is such a thing as too soon when it comes to planning a consumer products strategy. Join licensing veterans Marty Brochstein and Bill Graham on this step-by-step roadmap to figuring out when your property is mature enough for shelf life, whether it can support the categories that will catch a retail buyer’s attention, how to connect with these gatekeepers, and how to shift strategies if you’re not quite there yet. Speaking
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| 9:00 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:00 AM-9:15 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Telidja KlaïContent Manager, Program Acquisitions VRT-Vlaamse Radio en Televisie 
Jay ShahHead of Global Content Partnerships & Distribution LEGO We’re looking for big, bold, fun, creative and innovative ideas that would yield a positive creative or commercial impact for LEGO.
Please note: A mutual NDA will be required before the session.
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| 9:15 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:15 AM-9:30 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Telidja KlaïContent Manager, Program Acquisitions VRT-Vlaamse Radio en Televisie
Jay ShahHead of Global Content Partnerships & Distribution LEGO We’re looking for big, bold, fun, creative and innovative ideas that would yield a positive creative or commercial impact for LEGO.
Please note: A mutual NDA will be required before the session.
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| 9:30 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:30 AM-9:45 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Telidja KlaïContent Manager, Program Acquisitions VRT-Vlaamse Radio en Televisie
Jay ShahHead of Global Content Partnerships & Distribution LEGO We’re looking for big, bold, fun, creative and innovative ideas that would yield a positive creative or commercial impact for LEGO.
Please note: A mutual NDA will be required before the session.
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| 9:45 AM |
Coffee with...
Merrick 9:45 AM-10:00 AM Start fresh at the Summit! Connect one-on-one with buyers over gourmet coffee in this networking session built around 15-minute meetings. Note: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Jay ShahHead of Global Content Partnerships & Distribution LEGO We’re looking for big, bold, fun, creative and innovative ideas that would yield a positive creative or commercial impact for LEGO.
Please note: A mutual NDA will be required before the session.
Telidja KlaïContent Manager, Program Acquisitions VRT-Vlaamse Radio en Televisie
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| 10:00 AM |
KEYNOTE— Reframing Empathy: Lessons from Cesar Millan
Bayfront 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Sit and stay as world-renowned dog behaviorist Cesar Millan brings his expertise in reading non-verbal cues to the Kidscreen stage. With practical applications from his upcoming animated series and more than 25 years as a canine behaviorist (that's nearly two centuries in dog years!), Cesar and his dachshund/cocker mix Sophia are joined by media and education executive Alice Cahn for a fireside chat exploring the impact our furry friends can have in teaching kids social emotional learning, empathy, cooperation and tolerance. Speaking
Hacking the SVOD Algorithm
Sevilla 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Gone are the days the broadcast schedule served as gatekeeper—kids today have thousands of hours of content at their fingertips. So how do you stand out in the carousel? First, you have to understand how the algorithms work. Only then can you really take your show’s fate into your own hands. Speaking
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| 10:45 AM |
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10:45 AM-11:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM |
Moving Mountains: Creating Content for Displaced Kids
Bayfront 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Nearly 50 million kids around the world are displaced. How we tell stories about immigration—both voluntary and otherwise—shapes not only how these kids see themselves, but how the world sees them, too. Join content creators tackling this difficult topic to learn how we can better serve this audience, and why it’s so important that we do. Speaking
Digital 360 Strategies: Making the Money Work
Sevilla 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Yes, content needs to be everywhere. But blanketing platforms isn’t as simple as just uploading your library. It costs real money to make your show fit every screen and every channel. So how do you pick and choose the right ones? How can producers ensure a return on their investment? And how do you know when to just walk away? Speaking
30 Minutes with... Kim Berglund & Diane Ikemiyashiro, Disney Junior
Gusman 11:00 AM-11:30 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
30 Minutes with... Adina Pitt, Cartoon Network & Boomerang US
Dupont 11:00 AM-11:30 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:15 AM |
30 Minutes with... Libbie Doherty, ABC Australia
Tuttle 11:15 AM-11:45 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:45 AM |
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11:45 AM-12:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM |
From Milestones to the New Normal
Bayfront 12:00 PM-12:45 PM As more LGBTQ characters appear on screen, is it time to move away from celebrating their uniqueness and instead recognize their normality? While increasing representation continues to be a priority, moving beyond tokenism means not every LGBTQ interaction in a show needs to be called out as a milestone. Instead, this panel will discuss the value of inclusion in the everyday. Speaking
Keeping Kid Influencers Safe
Sevilla 12:00 PM-12:45 PM An increasing number of kids content creators are turning to under-18 influencers to draw in an audience, but the current laws and regulations aren't keeping pace to protect these minors. How are companies stepping up to fill in the gaps, and what do others need to know about working with these young creators in safe and healthy partnerships? Speaking
30 Minutes with... Marc van den Bosch-Mprah, Kerstin Viehbach & Marion Winter, Super RTL
Gusman 12:00 PM-12:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Marc van den Bosch-MprahVice President, Acquisitions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Kerstin ViehbachCommissioning Lead, Kids Fiction SUPER RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
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| 12:45 PM |
LUNCH (served in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
12:45 PM-2:00 PM Lunching with... Licensing Experts
Merrick 12:45 PM-2:00 PM Spend some quality time with licensing experts who can give you advice and guidance on how to commercialize your kids IP in the consumer products space. You’ll have a chance to share a meal in a small group with one of the industry’s top licensees working in toys, publishing, apparel/accessories, costume/role-play, arts & crafts and live/location based brand extensions. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. NOTE: Advance sign-up is required. Speaking
Cristian CaberoSVP, Consumer Products & Location-Based Experiences, Americas ViacomCBS Networks International 
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| 2:00 PM |
Are You Smarter Than a Smart Speaker?
Sevilla 2:00 PM-2:45 PM Hey Google, read me a story. As more and more kids engage regularly with the likes of Alexa, Google and Siri, producers need to get prepared. New research from Dubit explores the rise in smart speakers and what it means for kids content consumption, as well as looking at how producers can develop smart, appealing and innovative features for these AI-enabled devices from the get-go. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Elizabeth Waybright Taylor, Disney TV Animation
Gusman 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Elizabeth Waybright TaylorVP, Development Disney Television Animation Animation, 6-11 only. Character driven, episodic, comedy with heart.
30 Minutes with... Linda Simensky, PBS KIDS
Dupont 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:15 PM |
30 Minutes with... Flavio Medeiros, Discovery LatAm
Tuttle 2:15 PM-2:45 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:45 PM |
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2:45 PM-3:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM |
Beyond YouTube
Sevilla 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Doing business on the world’s most popular streaming service seems like a natural strategy for content players. But after years of regulatory smackdowns and PR backlash, YouTube’s kid model is in a state of flux. This panel of producers and distributors discuss whether YouTube is still a viable place for them, where it fits into their overall distribution strategies today, and how they’re mitigating the financial fallout from a turbulent 2019 and an uncertain 2020. Speaking
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| 4:00 PM |
Cocktails with... Super RTL
Gusman 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Marc van den Bosch-MprahVice President, Acquisitions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Kerstin ViehbachCommissioning Lead, Kids Fiction SUPER RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Marion WinterSenior Manager, Content Acquisitions & Co-Productions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Cocktails with... Sesame Workshop
Dupont 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Cocktails with... Disney
Flagler 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Diane IkemiyashiroVP, Current Series Disney Junior Animation, kids & preschool; live-action OKAY.
Looking for stories with diverse (ethnic and gender) characters, and cast.
Elizabeth Waybright TaylorVP, Development Disney Television Animation Animation, 6-11 only. Character driven, episodic, comedy with heart.
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| 5:15 PM |
Kidscreen Awards and After-Party (Bayfront Ballroom)
5:15 PM-7:30 PM Join us as we celebrate the year’s best work in kids programming, broadcasting and digital media at our annual Kidscreen Awards ceremony, hosted by actor and comedian Emma Hunter from The Beaverton, Just For Laughs galas, Letterkenny, Degrassi and more.Be sure to toast the winners, nominees and judges alike at the cocktail event following the show! Speaking
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Wednesday, February 12
| 8:00 AM |
BREAKFAST (served from 8:00-10:00 in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
8:00 AM-8:15 AM |
| 8:30 AM |
MASTER CLASS—Recession-Proof Your Bottom Line
Gusman 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Whether it’s a geo-political economic dip, or the SVOD content market slowing down, every good leader should know how to protect their business from a bubble burst. Join us and learn how to identify risks in your strategy, create a sustainable growth plan that can weather a financial storm. Speaking
SOLD OUT!— MENTOR CLASS—Series Budgeting 101
Tuttle 8:30 AM-10:00 AM So you’ve landed a commission, now let’s talk money! With lots of practical exercises, this workshop will teach you how to plan a budget for your first series, exploring elements that are often over- and under-valued, and outlining the most unanticipated expenses that can mess up even the best financial plan. Speaking
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| 10:00 AM |
KEYNOTE—Gen Alpha, Engaged
Bayfront 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Today’s kids have been born into a world of iPhones, YouTube and Instagram. They aren’t just digital-first: They’re mobile, global, visual and social natives, and acclaimed social researcher Ashley Fell is literally writing the book on them. In this keynote, Ashley will deliver a snapshot of how kids and teens live today, how they’ll shape tomorrow’s media, and how producers and broadcasters can cut through the noise to capture their attention in this digitally disruptive world. Speaking
Speed Pitching 1
Merrick 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Sit down one-on-one with top broadcasters and investors who have the power to greenlight your project. This highly effective networking format will feature eight-minute meetings, giving you ample time to deliver the perfect pitch. NOTE: Advance sign-up required. Speaking
Maud BranlyDirector, Children's Acquisitions & International TV Channels Programming M6 - Metropole Télévision
Elizabeth Waybright TaylorVP, Development Disney Television Animation Animation, 6-11 only. Character driven, episodic, comedy with heart.
Tommy GillespieSenior Director, Content Production PBS KIDS Animation & live-action for kids ranging from age 2 to 8.
Trine RuudHead of Acquisitions and Dubbing NRK Super NRK Reflect diversity; animation & live action; charact-driven comedy 6-9; Sitcom/soap-style drama; no features; Licence: unltd FVOD for Norway during licence period.
Kerstin ViehbachCommissioning Lead, Kids Fiction SUPER RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
Luiz Filipe FigueiraHead of Content Strategy, International Co-Productions & Acquisitions Globo/Gloob & Gloobinho |
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10:45 AM-11:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM |
Future-Proof Your Franchise
Bayfront 11:00 AM-11:45 AM As parents increasingly seek content that can get their kids "real-world ready," they see less need for entertainment that lets them escape the stresses of childhood. But what do kids need? And how is this changing? Drawing on 10 years of research that explores emotional decision-making by kids and parents, the Family Room’s George Carey returns to the Kidscreen Summit stage to share the trending drivers of kids' content choices that can help producers create evergreen, future-proofed entertainment for tomorrow. Speaking
The Next Chapter
Sevilla 11:00 AM-11:45 AM Increased demand for children’s content has companies looking for their very own “happily ever after” with the publishing industry, but producers and broadcasters have a lot to learn if they want to bring books to screens both big and small. Panelists with experience reading between the lines—both those in the middle of their story and those who successfully reached the final page—explain everything you need to know to enter into content partnerships. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Jennifer Vaux, Roku
Gusman 11:00 AM-11:30 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Tiphaine de Raguenel, France Télévisions
Dupont 11:00 AM-11:30 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:15 AM |
30 Minutes with... Philippe Bony, M6
Tuttle 11:15 AM-11:45 AM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 11:30 AM |
Speed Pitching 2
Merrick 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Sit down one-on-one with top broadcasters and investors who have the power to greenlight your project. This highly effective networking format will feature eight-minute meetings, giving you ample time to deliver the perfect pitch. NOTE: Advance sign-up required. Speaking
Maud BranlyDirector, Children's Acquisitions & International TV Channels Programming M6 - Metropole Télévision 
Irene Pothecary-HuseAcquisitions & Commissioning Executive NRK, Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation/ NRK Super Reflect diversity; animation & live action; charact-driven comedy 6-9; Sitcom/soap-style drama; no features; Licence: unltd FVOD for Norway during licence period
Luiz Filipe FigueiraHead of Content Strategy, International Co-Productions & Acquisitions Globo/Gloob & Gloobinho
Tommy GillespieSenior Director, Content Production PBS KIDS Animation & live-action for kids ranging from age 2 to 8.
Or HandelsmanDirector, Global Acquisitions & Content Partnerships, Kids & Family Nickelodeon Aspirational characters, engaging stories, true-to-kids POV and comedy!
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| 11:45 AM |
BREAK
11:45 AM-12:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM |
Today's Parents, Tomorrow's Kids
Bayfront 12:00 PM-12:45 PM ViacomCBS Global Consumer Insights SVP Christian Kurz unveils the findings from the new global study Are We There Yet? Today's Parents, Tomorrow's Kids, which explores how kids are being raised today, how this will shape their futures, and what it means for the content makers looking to connect with the next gen, tomorrow. Speaking
Classic Play Patterns for a Modern Age
Sevilla 12:00 PM-12:45 PM Trains, puppies and princesses—some play patterns never go out of style. This panel of experts will break down the toys that will always be evergreen, and examines how companies can bake play patterns into storytelling to ensure lasting CP success. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Heather Tilert, Netflix Preschool
Gusman 12:00 PM-12:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
30 Minutes with... Leo Geng, iQIYI
Dupont 12:00 PM-12:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 12:15 PM |
30 Minutes with... Massimo Bruno & Brenda Maffuchi, DeAKids
Tuttle 12:15 PM-12:45 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Massimo BrunoDirector, TV Channels De Agostini Editore Spa Animation projects for kids & preschool, including family co-viewing; Live Action Projects for Teens & Tweens; Interactive IPs for Kids.
Brenda MaffuchiHead of Acquisition & Property Development DeAKids Animation projects for kids & preschool, including family co-viewing; Live Action Projects for Teens & Tweens; Interactive IPs for Kids.
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| 12:45 PM |
LUNCH (served in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
12:45 PM-2:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM |
Redefining Quality
Bayfront 2:00 PM-2:45 PM We may be in the golden age of content, but kids’ perception of “great,” “good’ and “just OK” shows are getting blurred. In this session, KidsKnowBest COO Peter Robinson shares brand-new research looking at how the perception of quality is changing amongst kids, how these evaluations shift between platforms and across occasions, and whether they have any influence at all on why kids choose to watch a show in the first place. Speaking
The Skinny on CP Timelines
Sevilla 2:00 PM-2:45 PM You’ve sold your show? Congratulations! But before you break out the champagne, you need to think about consumer products. How quickly can you get a product to market, and how does the development and approval process slow things down? How do timelines differ for series launched on streamers versus broadcasters versus your own channels? And just how crucial is your choice of key categories? In this session, CP experts break down how long it will actually take to get your brand on shelves. Speaking
Speed Pitching 3
Merrick 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Sit down one-on-one with top broadcasters and investors who have the power to greenlight your project. This highly effective networking format will feature eight-minute meetings, giving you ample time to deliver the perfect pitch. NOTE: Advance sign-up required. Speaking
Liz RandallHead of Development, Indies, BBC Studios Kids & Family BBC Studios Unique preschool shows with a strong global appeal. Animation preferred.
Vicky SchroderusSenior Executive, International Co-Productions & Acquisitions YLE Finland Emphasis on script/charac; 1’-40’; anim 2-12; live action 8-12; PS w/ values; no violence/guns, no slapstick, no horror.
Marc van den Bosch-MprahVice President, Acquisitions Super RTL Animation & live action series, pre-school & 6-9 kids.
30 Minutes with... Cecilia Persson, Cartoon Network & Boomerang International
Gusman 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Cecilia PerssonManaging Director, BBC Studios Kids & Family Cartoon Network & Boomerang International 30 Minutes with... Orion Ross, Disney Channels EMEA
Dupont 2:00 PM-2:30 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:15 PM |
30 Minutes with... Sarah Muller, BBC Children's
Tuttle 2:15 PM-2:45 PM A returning favorite at the Summit, our 30 Minutes with… sessions give you a chance to hear about the future plans and priorities of the kids industry’s major content investors first-hand, as well as participate in some Q&A and meet-and-greets. You are welcome to attend as many of these popular buyer briefing sessions as you can fit into your schedule! Space will be filled on a first-come, first-seated basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
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| 2:45 PM |
BREAK
2:45 PM-3:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM |
Everything, Explained
Bayfront 3:00 PM-3:45 PM What the fork is TikTok? And is K-Pop still a thing? If you’ve got questions about today’s hottest kid trends, we’ve got answers. In this new Kidscreen Summit format, five experts take the stage for five minutes each to explain everything you need to know about stuff you definitely shouldn’t be in the dark about. Speaking
Trendspotting 101
Sevilla 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Did you miss the boat on unboxing? Did slime take you by surprise? Sit down with analyst Chris Byrne to understand the anatomy of a toy trend and learn when, exactly, you should be jumping on the bandwagon. Speaking
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| 3:30 PM |
Speed Pitching 4
Merrick 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Sit down one-on-one with top broadcasters and investors who have the power to greenlight your project. This highly effective networking format will feature eight-minute meetings, giving you ample time to deliver the perfect pitch. NOTE: Advance sign-up required. Speaking
Brenda MaffuchiHead of Acquisition & Property Development DeAKids Animation projects for kids & preschool, including family co-viewing; Live Action Projects for Teens & Tweens; Interactive IPs for Kids.
Yann LabasqueDirector, Youth Programming TF1 Animation, kids & preschool, gender neutral, 4-10 y.o, no live-action.
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| 3:45 PM |
BREAK
3:45 PM-4:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM |
Activating Activism: What Hot-Button Kid Issues Are Trending?
Bayfront 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Today’s kids are far more politically and socially active than generations past. And producers have a unique opportunity to support and elevate their young voices. The question is: Where do we start? In this exclusive study conducted for Kidscreen, MarketCast Kids (formerly Insight Kids) reveals where climate change, gun violence, animal rights, digital privacy and more rank in the kid hierarchy of social change priorities, and kids themselves take to the stage to reveal how it impacts their consumption priorities. Speaking
Let Us Blow Your Mind: Storytelling Reinvented
Sevilla 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Kids don’t want the same-old story. They want to be sucked in and totally hooked. They want immersive, interactive, inventive…They want to be involved. Storytelling is three dimensional. From board games made real to multi-sensory adventures in unexpected places, come be inspired by storytellers innovating the way we engage kids and families. Speaking
Cocktails with... France Télévisions
Tuttle 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Cocktails with... Nickelodeon
Dupont 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Chat over drinks with leading kids broadcasters in this lively format that aims to loosen up the networking vibe and help you make deeper connections at channels that buy kids programming. This is designed as a networking opportunity, folks, so please save your pitch for a private meeting. Space will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis until we hit room capacity. Speaking
Or HandelsmanDirector, Global Acquisitions & Content Partnerships, Kids & Family Nickelodeon Aspirational characters, engaging stories, true-to-kids POV and comedy!
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Thursday, February 13
| 8:00 AM |
BREAKFAST (served from 8:00-10:00 in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
8:00 AM-8:15 AM |
| 10:00 AM |
The Successful Pivot: A Gigantosaurus Case Study
Bayfront 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Kids entertainment changes at breakneck speed, and those plans you made a year ago may no longer be relevant. The social shares retailers cared so much about last year are now significantly less important. It’s all about the YouTube hits today, and tomorrow it could be something entirely different. Pivoting production or CP strategies to keep up with the shifting tide of the market is an art, and this case study on Gigantosaurus will paint a detailed picture of how to build a fluid business model. Speaking
Richard GoldsmithPresident, Global Distribution & Consumer Products Cyber Group Studios USA, a subsidiary of Cyber Group Studios 
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| 10:45 AM |
BREAK
10:45 AM-11:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM |
Greener Pastures
Bayfront 11:00 AM-11:45 AM We are excited to sit down for a fireside chat with three producers and broadcasters who’ve recently made their production processes more eco-friendly and found new and unique ways to engage audiences in those efforts. They're ready to dish about some unanticipated challenges that needed trouble-shooting along the way, and the key business wins that have helped alleviate the costs of going green. Speaking
Sandra SheppardExecutive Producer, Director of Kid's Media & Education WNET – New York Public Media 
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| 11:45 AM |
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| 12:00 PM |
Putting the Success in Succession Planning
Bayfront 12:00 PM-12:45 PM Identifying and readying new leaders to take over is crucial for business continuity. And with our modern workforce characterized by constant human resource transitioning, succession planning isn't just for retirement anymore. Leaning on more than 20 years of experience, leading HR expert Ted Malley will explain why a proper succession plan is essential, what it needs to encompass and what we all need to start doing today to set our businesses up to survive and thrive in the future. Speaking
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| 12:45 PM |
LUNCH (served in Biscayne & Chopin Ballrooms)
12:45 PM-2:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM |
Kidscreen's Closing Cocktail (fifth-floor Pool Terrace)
2:00 PM-3:00 PM Join us on the pool terrace to celebrate another successful Kidscreen Summit with some drinks and downtime. |