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NEM Dubrovnik 2024, hosted at Hotel Dubrovnik Palace from June 10 to 13, 2024, has unveiled several key details from this year’s program agenda. The eleventh edition of the CEE’s favored TV market with a scenic view will once again assemble leading figures in the TV industry – from major buyers to CEOs, CTOs, VPs, general managers, managing directors, and numerous other influential attendees.

Keynote Sessions
Several keynote sessions will be central to the event, featuring acclaimed speakers such as:
• Bartosz Witak, General Manager, Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) Region, BBC Studios said: "I’m delighted to attend NEM Dubrovnik once more. Engaging with key market leaders and fostering strategic partnerships across the wider region is invaluable for our dynamic growth. BBC Studio's commitment to the Central and Eastern European market remains strong."
• Monty Sarhan, CEO, SkyShowtime: "NEM Dubrovnik is pivotal in the TV market landscape. I’m privileged to speak there for the second consecutive year. With our recent ad-supported plan launch in all markets, including Central and Eastern Europe, I anticipate an engaging discussion."

Izzet Pinto to Present on Marketing in the Entertainment Industry
While the full agenda for the four-day event is forthcoming, NEM Dubrovnik 2024 organizers have provided a preview of some exciting highlights, including:
• Izzet Pinto, Founder and CEO, Global Agency, will deliver a special presentation on marketing in the entertainment industry. Marketing plays a crucial role in boosting sales, especially in an industry with a plethora of new projects yearly. Pinto will discuss comprehensive marketing strategies and share a case study demonstrating creative methods.

• Lenka Szántó, Creative Producer, TV NOVA/Voyo, and Anke Stoll, SVP of Acquisitions and Co-productions, Keshet International, will present the crime/thriller series "Extractors," produced by Movie SRO/TV NOVA and distributed by Keshet International.

• Ákos Erdős, CEO, Paprika Studios Group, will participate in a Q&A session.

First Lineup of Speakers
A glimpse into the speakers list reveals an initial lineup of prominent figures from the global television landscape, set to engage in thought-provoking panel discussions on industry trends and challenges. Notable speakers include:
• Grégoire Polad, Director General, Association of Commercial Television and Video on Demand Services in Europe (ACT)
• Kenechi Belusevic, VP Business Development and Distribution, Warner Bros. Discovery
• Robert Šveb, General Director, Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT)
• Nicolas Eglau, Managing Director EMEA, APAC & Global Distribution, Moonbug Entertainment
• Müge Akar, Head of Global Sales, ATV
• Branko Čakarmiš, Strategic Advisor, CME Adria
• Milan Fridrich, Program Director, Czech Television
• Emmanuel Eckert, Deputy Acquisitions Director, Mediawan Rights
• Dániel Richárd Kovács, Director in Chief, RTL Hungary
• Anahita Kheder, EVP EMEA, Formats & Licensing, Fremantle International

In June 2024, Dubrovnik will once again serve as the central hub in Europe, offering unique opportunities for networking, business deals, and knowledge sharing within the television industry. More information can be found on the official website of NEM Dubrovnik 2024.