IABM Impact – Trade Events 2025

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IABM at IBC 2025

IABM is bringing the impact to IBC 2025, with a host of member activities and benefits, as well as the NEW IABM Impact Awards^TM

IABM is the authoritative voice for the Broadcast & Media industry. We facilitate the all-important networking and interactions that help shape and define the unique ecosystem of the global Broadcast and Media technology industry.

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What’s IABM delivering at IBC?

Relax, network, recharge in an exclusive space.

Powerful talks, expert insights, live interviews.

Now open for entry – celebrate your achievements!

Entries extended – 22 August 2025.

Presented by industry thought leaders.

Distributed in print across IBC and digitally.

Entries close 29 August 2025.

Showcase exclusive prototypes, gain feedback, and maximize your IABM membership benefits.

Entries close 22 August 2025.

Taking submissions for the IBC Edition.

Content Deadline 22 August 2025.

Put your brand in front of key decision-makers.

Discuss business intelligence, skills and your membership.

IABM Hub – The ultimate destination for industry professionals.

The IABM Hub is where you can learn and be inspired on the Impact Stage, as well as have conversations and network in the Members Lounge. In addition, there’s the option of booking dedicated areas. Designed exclusively for IABM Members, this welcoming space offers a comfortable retreat to network, relax, and recharge amid the energy of the show.

Refreshments, WiFi and charging points are all available within the lounge.

The IABM Hub is located in the Diamond Lounge inside the RAI.

IABM Impact™ Stage

IABM Member Lounge, The Diamond Lounge

The home of powerful thought leadership sessions and industry-shaping conversations. With an exciting lineup of speakers, in-depth discussions, and live interviews, this stage will deliver the insights that matter most.

DAY ONE - 12 SEPT

IABM Industry Impact Briefing: Leading Successful Transformations in Media Business (located at conference room 1)

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As Head of Knowledge & Insight at IABM, Chris is responsible for the curation and direction of IABM’s thought leadership, market insights, and analysis, as well as management of the IABM Business Intelligence Unit. Chris has provided data driven insight and bespoke research to leading broadcast media technology brands as a market analyst since 2017, having previously held the position of Principal Analyst and Head of Pro Video & Broadcast at Futuresource Consulting.

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With over 30 years’ experience with the BBC, including as a News Producer, Studio Director and R&D Technology Transfer and Partnerships Manager, Purminder Gandhu is shaping broadcast technology solutions for the future. A Technical Emmy shortlister, Purminder won the NAB Best Paper Award in 2024, was part of the team that won the IABM Peter Wayne Golden BaM Award™ 2024 and is also a jury member for the Royal Television Society (RTS) Tech Awards and the Broadcast Tech Awards. At NAB Show Las Vegas, Purminder will be producing and presenting the IABM TV studio and – brand new for 2025 – the IABM Impact Stage, taking place in the newly expanded IABM Members Lounge located at N259 LMR. From bustling BBC studios to remote locations facilitating live coverage of BBC World News and events, Purminder has regularly worked as a studio director, including on programs such as the BBC’s flagship Today morning show. In the broadcast technology environment, where innovation and a shared vision are paramount, Purminder’s understanding of the evolving technology landscape is exceptional. Ranging from traditional broadcast techniques through to the latest advancements in digital audio, immersive sound, connectivity solutions and notably her work on 5G as part of a multi-award-winning collaborative partnership, she is demonstrably at the leading edge of innovation. After moving to BBC R&D in early 2020, Purminder embraced leadership and collaborative teamwork in her role as the lead for the BBC Edge technology forum. BBC Edge enabled teams from across the BBC to learn, share and influence workflows while engaging with the broader industry and sharing technology developments through curated agendas – the first 24-hour test of Starlink, for example. Through the curation of valuable information on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices, sharing insights through panels and presentations for IBC, MPTS, EBU, SVG and Broadcast Techfest, Purminder has leveraged her expertise to become a sought-after thought leader. Purminder is an advisor, presenter and producer for IABM, (International Association of Broadcast and Media), connecting, supporting and informing media technology organizations across the global ecosystem. Always paying it forward, mentoring is an imperative for Purminder and she is also part of the Rise Women in Broadcast’s mentoring cohort and podcast producer.

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Nicola Cogotti is an innovative and hands-on Chief Technology Officer, Solution Architect, and founder of Alpha Cogs, with over 20 years of experience driving cutting-edge software development and digital transformation across the media, fashion, luxury, and sports industries. With a Masters degree in Artificial Intelligence Applied to Business Management and AWS AI Practitioner certification, Nicola has a proven track record of architecting scalable, secure, and high-impact cloud-native solutions. Under his leadership, Alpha Cogs has earned multiple industry accolades, including the IABM New Member of the Year Award and Most Innovative Team-Driven Software Development Company (SME News, 2024). Notable projects include AWS serverless transformations for Alexander McQueen and the Royal Opera House, Telestream, among others. Nicola is also a passionate advocate for team culture, technical excellence, and ethical innovation, often sharing insights at industry summits such as IBC, AWS Exec Leaders, and the DPP Broadcaster Summit. Driven by a commitment to leadership by example, Nicola continues to push the boundaries of what technology can achieve when guided by vision, empathy, and collaboration.

Mastering Multiplatform Fan Engagement in Live Sports

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Rick Young is a media technology and services executive with over 25 years of experience focusing on the intersection of media and technology, from content creation and delivery to consumer experiences. Prior to his current role leading product strategy at LTN, Rick held leadership positions at startups and global brands.

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Anna Lockwood is an experienced global media industry executive, currently heading the Media & Sport vertical at Telstra International. Anna leads a team that works at the convergence of the traditional broadcast industry with leading-edge telecommunications and digital platforms, focusing on bringing innovative solutions and services to the media and sports business. In addition to her role at Telstra, Anna represents Telstra as a Director on the IABM Board, and is an Advisory Board Member and Mentor at RISE, a group for women in broadcast. Anna is also on the Strategic Advisory Committees for Ateme and Spalk. She is active in industry initiatives around innovation, sports, and women in media and technology.

Business Transformation – The MediaTech Buyer Perspective

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Justin is Head of Broadcast & Video Ads for EMEA in Google's Sellside Monetisation Partnerships team. His current focus is enabling advanced video and audio advertising in OTT, Connected TV and on Smart Devices, having worked on dynamic ad insertion for a number of broadcasters, ad insertion on linear TV (via HbbTV) and a number of other video and audio monetisation opportunities for broadcasters and publishers across EMEA.

Justin has been with Google for 19 years, including working on Google Video and YouTube and across a number of broadcaster and publisher monetisation products (Ad Manager, Dynamic Ad Insertion and AdSense). Prior to Google, he spent 5 years at the BBC (later Red Bee Media) working on operations for the BBCi interactive TV services.
Passionate about TV, user experience and advertising, Justin brings his industry experience and technical knowledge to this complex and evolving space.

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An award winning producer, writer and respected leader in media and production, Mina Sabet graduated from New York University with a BA in Journalism and English. She is currently the Head of Production for TED, the acclaimed nonprofit conference series featuring expert speakers on education, business, science, tech and more. Previously, she served as executive producer for NBC’s iconic morning show in Philadelphia, securing a full point jump in ratings during her first year, and served on the launch team for award-winning shows on NBC, as well as production teams for CNN, ABC, and FOX television. In 2013 she was asked to launch and lead content strategy and digital creation for one of Nestle’s largest global brands. She lives in Philadelphia with her family.

IBC Virtual Production Event

IABM Innovation Arena - Member Technology Showcase

DAY TWO - 13 SEPT

Beyond the Buzz: What CTOs Really Think About MediaTech 2025

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Damon Neale is CEO of Metadat-AI, an AI automation platform for processing and tagging large volumes of media. With 15+ years in media, AI/ML, cloud, and SaaS, he specializes in technology strategy, solution architecture, and major change delivery. Damon also works as a Fractional CTO, Technical NED, and consultant, helping organizations design, implement, and integrate innovative solutions that unlock business value. With a Masters degree in Artificial Intelligence Applied to Business Management and AWS AI Practitioner certification, Nicola has a proven track record of architecting scalable, secure, and high-impact cloud-native solutions. Under his leadership, Alpha Cogs has earned multiple industry accolades, including the IABM New Member of the Year Award and Most Innovative Team-Driven Software Development Company (SME News, 2024). Notable projects include AWS serverless transformations for Alexander McQueen and the Royal Opera House, Telestream, among others. Nicola is also a passionate advocate for team culture, technical excellence, and ethical innovation, often sharing insights at industry summits such as IBC, AWS Exec Leaders, and the DPP Broadcaster Summit. Driven by a commitment to leadership by example, Nicola continues to push the boundaries of what technology can achieve when guided by vision, empathy, and collaboration.

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Alex Sanchez began his career in his native Barcelona as a Technical Director for local television, where he honed his expertise in live broadcast operations. He later joined Dorna Sports and the MotoGP circuit, playing a key role in managing transmission and reception of OnBoard and handheld cameras for live coverage. In 2015, he moved to Geneva and joined Eurovision/EBU in operational roles. Over the years, Alex had several positions until he was appointed Eurovision Services COO in 2024 , where he now oversees seamless live broadcast delivery, content distribution, and technical execution of premier sports events.

The Moving Target of Tariffs: Where Are We Now?

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Joining Ateme in 2005 as Field Application Engineer, Remi Beaudouin currently leads the corporate team's global strategic and marketing initiatives as Chief Strategy Officer, helping to ensure Ateme keeps pace with solutions and engagement model innovations. Leveraging the company's recognized core expertise in video compression and CDN, he develops key strategic partnerships, expands Ateme's portfolio of video delivery solutions, and continuously disrupts the Pay-TV and media and entertainment markets with new concepts based on hybrid, on-premise, and cloud technologies. Remi holds a Master of Science in signal processing from ENSEIRB-MATMECA, Bordeaux, and a LEAD Corporate Innovation certificate from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

IABM Impact Awards

DAY THREE - 14 SEPT

Rethinking Security for Software-Defined Media Workflows

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Richard Jonker currently serves as NETGEAR Enterprise's Vice President Marketing & Business Development, building channel business in IT and AV-over-IP. Jonker is a seasoned executive with global experience in the technology sector. Previously with Apple, Richard Jonker joined NETGEAR in 2007 as Country Manager Benelux. In 2010, he assumed the role of Vice President, Emerging Markets. In 2015, Jonker transferred to NETGEAR's headquarters in California as Vice President of Product Line Management for Commercial products. In 2021, Richard relocated back to the Netherlands, focusing on growth in AV-over-IP by handling vendor relations. This resulted in partnerships with 465 AV manufacturers. Remi holds a Master of Science in signal processing from ENSEIRB-MATMECA, Bordeaux, and a LEAD Corporate Innovation certificate from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

Solving the Energy Equation – Translating Sustainability into Cost Savings and Efficiencies

DAY FOUR - 15 SEPT

The Future is Here: Meet the IABM Bursary Winners

Expectations vs Experience – The Secrets to Keeping Early Career Talent

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Broadcast engineer with a passion for cloud. Currently working on a cloud platform for a german public broadcaster.

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Friederike Fluit, 25, based in Mainz, Germany, is a Cloud Engineer at LOGIC media solutions GmbH. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Media Technology from RheinMain University of Applied Sciences in June 2025. Friederike has been recognized as an IABM Bursary Student for September 2024, highlighting her commitment to innovation in broadcast and cloud solutions. Her academic background and hands-on experience position her as a rising professional in the media tech industry.

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Freelance Engineer and Graduate from Solent University, Southampton - Live Event Technology. Came to IBC 3 years ago with the IABM student scheme and loved it so much, I've been back every year since! In the same time I've been lucky enough to work on some of the biggest events across the UK and the World in a range of technical roles.

IABM SUPPORTED EVENTS

Explore the IABM membership and its benefits — from Business Intelligence to Skills and more.

World Skills Cafe

Date: Thursday 11 September 2025

Time: 2pm – 6pm

Location: TBC

We’re pleased to support the World Skills Café — a vibrant hub of expert keynotes, dynamic panels, and cutting-edge market insights shaping the future of work.

SPONSORSHIP

IABM sponsorship puts your brand in front of key decision-makers across the global media tech industry.

With high-impact opportunities across IBC2025, you ’ll gain valuable exposure, enhance your reputation, and drive meaningful engagement with your target audience.