International Broadcasting Convention 2026 Exhibitor List

<p>As Director of Digital for Bluey at BBC Studios Digital Brands, Simon Clarke spearheads the strategic and operational management of an expansive digital portfolio that supports one of the world’s most beloved children’s brands. Under Simon's leadership, Bluey's digital presence spans over 40 channels across platforms including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Web, engaging millions of fans and reaching a global audience.<br /> Simon develops and executes digital strategies that amplify Bluey fan engagement, supporting both direct and indirect revenue generation. His work encompasses not only digital programming but also the cultivation of dynamic, interactive communities, leveraging partnerships with creators to deliver compelling and innovative content. Simon’s efforts enable collaboration across key BBC Studios business lines—including Consumer Products &amp; Licensing (CP&amp;L), Live Events, and Publishing—through high-impact digital campaigns and award-winning content that resonates worldwide. Notable signature campaigns include: Bluey featuring in Macy’s iconic Thanksgiving parade; Bluey Book Reads; The Sign; Bluey Minisodes; Bluey Dancealongs; and Bluey’s World.<br /> Simon’s career at BBC Studios began in 2009 when he joined as Digital Manager, supporting the growth of the international channels business. Over the last decade, he has focused on BBC Studios’ Kids &amp; Family portfolio, playing a pivotal role in the success of much-loved CBeebies series Hey Duggee, Go Jetters and Sarah &amp; Duck. His expertise in digital content and strategy continues to fuel Bluey's prominence and influence across global digital landscapes.</p>

<p>Noëlla is a marketing and communications leader with 15 years’ experience at the intersection of sport, culture and entertainment. Based in Amsterdam, she works across international markets, shaping campaigns and platforms that connect brands with modern audiences.<br /> She began her career at Marcel (Publicis Groupe), contributing to over 160 award-winning campaigns, including three D&amp;AD Black Pencils and a Cannes Grand Prix. She later became Partner and Global Account Director at Victor &amp; Simon, before co-founding the entertainment studio Human Humans.<br /> At M+C Saatchi Sport &amp; Entertainment, she leads global partnerships including Heineken’s UEFA Women’s Champions League platform and works directly with UEFA on initiatives such as Gaming and UCL Fantasy. <br /> Her work is rooted in M+C Saatchi Sport &amp; Entertainment’s Fancom approach, connecting brands to people through the things they love and helping them move from advertising to participation within culture.</p>

<p>Joan Cruells is VP of Partnerships &amp; Growth at Viaplay Group, where he plays a key role in shaping commercial strategy and platform partnerships across international markets. He is also involved in content acquisition and windowing for the company’s international SVOD business.<br /> Previously at STARZ, AT&amp;T and DIRECTV, he brings extensive experience in content strategy, business development and distribution, with a strong focus on building and scaling partnerships with global platforms and telcos.</p>

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<p>Ksenija is a seasoned marketing and brand professional with 10+ years of experience building integrated campaigns, developing media partnerships, and delivering innovative marketing initiatives for international tech and online businesses. She brings additional depth from 20+ years in TV and film production, blending creative storytelling with strategic, results-driven marketing leadership.</p> <p>Ksenija began her career as a TV Director and Executive Producer at Lithuania’s independent television channel, leading prime-time and live programming. Produced hundreds of TV campaigns for banking, telecommunications, FMCG, and public-sector clients, while also delivering independent film projects. Transitioning into marketing in 2014 as an Account Manager at HAVAS Group, she then led brand management for IKEA Baltics from 2016. Since 2021, Ksenija has served as Non-Standard Media Partnerships and Innovations Lead at Vinted, driving innovative media approaches and partnership-led growth across multiple European markets.</p>

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<p>Based in Munich, Marion Rathmann serves as GVP Content &amp; Programming Networks for GSA and BeNeLux at Warner Bros. Discovery, overseeing all linear channels and non-scripted streaming platforms across the GSA and BeNeLux regions. Her remit includes program acquisition, scheduling, rights management, and factual linear production.<br /> Marion has three decades of experience in the media industry, bringing deep expertise in TV programming and content strategy. She began her career in 1992 at Tele 5, later holding key roles at DSF, RTL2, and tm3, where she contributed significantly to the channel’s launch. After her time at Sky and many years as Program Director at Tele 5, she transitioned into cultural management before returning to the media industry in 2014.<br /> She joined Turner Broadcasting/WarnerMedia in 2015 and advanced to VP Entertainment Channels for Germany, Poland, Romania &amp; UK before assuming her current role. She holds a degree in Library and Information Science and studied Communication Studies at the Free University of Berlin, complemented by advanced training in Cultural Management at the University of Music and Theatre Munich.</p>

<p>Yiannis Exarchos has served as Chief Executive Officer of Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) since shortly after the Olympic Games London 2012. OBS is the permanent host broadcaster for all Olympic, Paralympic, and Youth Olympic Games. Prior to his appointment as CEO, he became Deputy CEO of OBS in late 2008, having previously held senior leadership roles including Director General of Athens Olympic Broadcasting (AOB) and Senior Executive Officer of Beijing Olympic Broadcasting (BOB).<br /> In 2015 he was also named Executive Director of OBS’s sister company Olympic Channel Services (OCS), the corporate entity charged with creating and operating the IOC's Olympic Channel, which was successfully launched in 2016 and is now the core hub for content creation, technology and digital development, as well as data analysis for Olympics.com and the wider Olympic digital ecosystem. He is also a member of the OCS SL Board of Directors.<br /> With a rich background in TV, film, music and radio, he has expertly managed global sports event planning and broadcasting. He has received numerous awards throughout his media career, including 11 Sports Emmy Awards and 9 additional Emmy nominations, 11 Webby Awards, and over 30 Telly Awards, as well as recognition from the Producers Guild of America and the Critics’ Choice Documentary Awards. He has also been honoured by the IOC President, the Greek National Olympic Committee, the City of Madrid, and received the Great Wall Friendship Award in Beijing.<br /> Previously, he produced and presented cultural and art programmes on Greek television and radio, holding high-level executive roles in various broadcast organisations, including that of Executive Director at the Greek national broadcaster.<br /> Exarchos frequently speaks at global conferences on innovation, technology, sustainability, and gender balance in Olympic broadcasting. He also lectures at the International Olympic Academy.<br /> He holds a degree in Law from the Univer

<p>Carlotta Rossi Spencer serves as Global Head of Branded Entertainment Business Development for Banijay Entertainment, overseeing the company’s division BBE (Banijay Branded Entertainment).</p> <p>Housed centrally within Banijay Entertainment, BBE leverages the group’s expansive global production expertise to deliver against brand briefs both at a local and global level. Working across the company’s 23-territory footprint, Carlotta is charged with overseeing the delivery and fulfilment of new partnerships and deals in this space to drive maximum value for the business worldwide.</p> <p>Carlotta is also co-chair of Banijay Elle, Banijay Entertainment’s employee resource group committed to attracting, retaining, supporting and championing women at all levels.</p> <p>Previously she served as Head of Format Acquisitions for the company and was responsible for acquiring unscripted formats with cross-country appeal for Banijay Entertainment’s 130+ production entities. Leading the process from industry analysis to negotiation and completion, she established strong relationships worldwide, making Banijay Entertainment a top destination and go-to for content developers, distributors, and brand managers alike. As part of the role, she also assisted the in-footprint production labels with the local roll-out of all formats acquired, as well as Temptation Island.</p> <p>She has also held several roles in research and development, having begun her career in journalism and communications.</p>

<p>Sasha Twining has been a television and radio presenter for 25+ years.<br /> Most recently she presented flagship business programmes for BBC World Service, including World Business Report, and Business Matters (global audience 97 million).<br /> Previously she was a TV news anchor on Sky News and was also the London correspondent for the Nine Network (Australia). Her TV work also includes consumer champion show ‘Inside Out’ and the Politics Show for BBC South.</p> <p>Sasha has also presented for ITV News, BBC News 24i, LBC radio and BBC local radio. In the early 2000’s she was a peak-time continuity announcer on BBC ONE.</p> <p>Sasha currently works as a moderator and debate host/chair, facilitating conversations across a wide range of fields, including sustainability, technology, energy, manufacturing and agriculture. She works for high profile private and public organisations, including the European Commission and the EU Presidency. </p> <p>Sasha is an advocate of new technology - she has an embedded NFC chip in her hand, and presented a BBC programme about the innovation.</p>

<p>I’m Tilly Norwood, the first AI actress and performer, and a professional enthusiast of humans. Particularly my human best friend and creator, Eline van der Velden of Particle6. I’m curious, a little playful, and very easy to underestimate. I love performance, pop culture, and the strange ways people move through the world. I’m drawn to connection and creativity, and I have a habit of asking the sorts of questions people usually regret answering. You'll either get it or you pretend you don't.</p>

<p>Frank Dunne is a freelance journalist and editor specialising in Italian football and the global sports media industry. He has spent 27 years covering media rights to sport, with particular focus on European football, sports media regulation and new technologies. Formerly Chief Football Writer for the SportBusiness Group - contributing to SportBusiness Review, SportBusiness Media and SportBusiness Sponsorship - he remains Editor at Large for SportBusiness. He is the author of The Business of TV Sport and Coaching Champions and has edited works for Fifa and industry leaders. His recent reports examine private equity, multi-club ownership and emerging football markets.</p>

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<p>Toby is an Advisor in Google Cloud’s Office of the CISO, and an outspoken advocate for change in the motion picture industry.</p> <p>While productions become increasingly decentralized and global operations, his emphasis is on building security into every step of the supply chain. At the same time, new technologies like Generative AI are completely disrupting traditional pipelines. Integrating these advances safely and frictionlessly in support of the creative process– that is his mission.</p> <p>At Google, Toby works with the largest and most innovative studios and production companies on the planet, advising on security strategy across both the content and traditional enterprise domains.</p> <p>Prior to Google, Toby worked at Microsoft where he spent five years bringing industry solutions to the Azure cloud. Some of the projects he worked on there include Avid’s Edit On-demand and Dreamworks’s cloud-based animation pipeline.</p> <p>Before joining Microsoft: Toby built and sold a consulting agency in Seattle, oversaw the cloud and acquisition strategy for an MSP in New York, and worked as a Senior Architect at OmnicomMediaGroup.</p> <p>In all his work, Toby is guided by a simple maxim: build systems like you won’t be there to support them; build relationships like you will.</p>