International Women in Digital Media Summit
From October 23-25, digital and traditional media professionals from around the world will come together in beautiful Stratford, Ontario to hear from Arianna Huffington and to explore hot issues and innovation in gaming, mobile, social media, cross media and transmedia.
Designed for content producers and decision-makers, the International Women in Digital Media Summit is set to explore such topics as policy development, emerging trends and business models, and the role of women in digital media globally.
Executive Suite: Women on Top
- 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM on Monday, October 24
- Location: Rotary Complex
- Track: Main Hall
Discussing challenges and rewards for experienced women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders in digital media businesses. Panelists will explore mentorship and skills gaps, as well as innovative business models and best practices for leadership.
Lenora Hume, former Senior Executive, Nelvana (Canada), Disney (USA) & HiT (UK)
Kirsty Hunter, Managing Director, The Project Factory, UK
Sarah Prevette, Founder and CEO, Sprouter
Moderator:
Catherine Warren, Founder and President, FanTrust Entertainment Strategies
The Evolving Business Model
- 4:15 PM to 5:45 PM on Monday, October 24
- Location: Rotary Complex
- Track: Main Hall
How can media businesses maximize the metrics for strategic planning in the digital age? How can the film, television and gaming industries anticipate evolutionary trends within a transmedia business model?
Panelists
Annelise Larson, Search & Social Media Marketing Expert, Veria Search Media Marketing
Matt Mason, Director of Innovation, Syrup
Karen Thorne Stone, Executive Director, Ontario Media Development Corporation (OMDC)
Catherine Warren, Founder and President, FanTrust Entertainment Strategies
Moderator
Jeannette Kopak, Director, Business Development & Operations, Centre for Digital Media
For more information, please visit the WIFT website: wift.com/digital-summit
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