18-22 APRIL 2026, LAS VEGAS

Connecting, Supporting and Informing the Media Technology Industry

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IABM at NAB Show, Las Vegas 2026

NAB Show is the global stage where the MediaTech industry defines what’s next. Bringing together world-class media and entertainment leaders, it’s where bold ideas spark, transformative technologies emerge, and new models for creating, distributing, and monetising stories take shape – a high-energy crossroads of visionary innovation and real-world strategy, where the future of media is set in motion.

 

IABM is thrilled to return to NAB Show, bringing a dynamic programme packed with powerful market insights and exclusive IABM Studio interviews. We are also proud to announce the industry-renowned  IABM Member Hub and dedicated IABM Showfloor booth — the go-to space for members to relax, recharge and form important connections.

 

From cutting-edge insights to high-visibility sponsorship opportunities, we champion our members, amplify their voice, and ensure they leave the show with real influence, value, and opportunity.

 

And this is just the beginning, more exciting updates are on the way!

Join the IABM NAB Impact Briefing

Start your week in Las Vegas with the insight that matters.

This unmissable session unveils IABM’s flagship State of MediaTech report – giving you a clear view of where the market is heading, where investment is accelerating, and how to focus your time at NAB for maximum impact.


Location: Room N250

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026

Time: 8:00am PST breakfast, ready for an 8:30am PST start


What to Expect:

  • Market outlook and investment drivers: Explore the technology trends shaping this year’s NAB conversations and where industry focus is heading next.
  • Fresh industry insight: Be among the first to see findings from our latest research, revealing the forces influencing media technology strategy and investment.
  • Navigate NAB Show with clarity: Leave with a practical framework to help you focus on the opportunities that matter most during the show.

You don’t want to miss this. A big announcement is coming…

IABM IMPACT AWARDS
AT NAB SHOW 2026

Enter Now. Be Recognised.

The IABM Impact Awards are a trusted mark of innovation in MediaTech.

Independently judged, globally recognised, and presented live at NAB Show in Las Vegas.

If your company has launched a product, service, or solution in the past 12 months that moves the industry forward, this is your moment.

IABM Members: Enter here.

  • Silver & Start-up members receive a free Impact Awards entry each year
  • Gold members receive two free entries
  • Platinum members receive three free entries.

Additional entries are available at member rates.

Are you a non-member?

You are welcome to submit an entry – enter here.

Categories:

  • MediaTech Leader

  • Best Journal Article Award (2025 Q4 and 2026 Q1)

  • Transformational Project Award  

  • Most Supportive Member Award  

  • Best Global Alliance Partner 

  • Best Start-up Member 

Products and Services Awards Categories:

  • Best Creation & Management Award

  • Best Delivery & Experience Award

  • Best Products, Services & Monetization 

  • Best Operations & Lifecycle Award

IABM on Stage

Revolution or Evolution? – Defining the future of Broadcast & MediaTech

Catch IABM CEO, Saleha Williams, on stage at the SET:30 Seminar 2026, as she delivers an unmissable keynote speech to reveal the forces reshaping the global broadcast and MediaTech landscape.  Drawing on exclusive IABM industry intelligence, including brand-new data from the IABM MediaTech Industry Tracker Survey debuting at NAB Show 2026, this keynote will uncover the trends, technologies, and investment priorities driving the industry’s next era of transformation.

Location:  North Hall, Rooms N107 and N108

Time:  8:10am

Date:  Tuesday 21st April 2026

Saleha Williams

Visit us at the IABM Member Hub

Visit the IABM Member Hub, located at: N257LMR

 

The IABM Member Hub is the heart of connection at NAB Show – where members meet, network, and recharge. Featuring the brand-new IABM Studio, it’s your destination for live interviews, conversations, and capturing the pulse of the MediaTech community.

Whether you’re connecting with peers or making new contacts, the IABM Member Hub is where relationships are built and your presence is seen and heard.

Why you can’t miss it:

  1. Connect with the world-class, global IABM community
  2. Be part of the most important conversations in MediaTech
  3. Maximise your show presence by building your visibility and network
 

IABM Member Hub Connectivity Partner

IABM Journal

Contribute your expert insights to the IABM Journal!

Available digitally and distributed in print at NAB Show, the Q1 edition of the IABM Journal, provides a powerful platform to showcase thought leadership, highlight innovation, and engage the decision-makers shaping the future of the industry.

Amplify your business in MediaTech’s most trusted, independent publication.

For more information and to submit your entry, click here.

Submission deadline: 21 March 2026

IABM Studio

Introducing our brand-new IABM Visual Podcast Studio, launching at NAB, Las Vegas.

IABM puts your expertise centre-stage through high-impact interviews and
panels – uniting the industry’s leading vendors and buyers.

With 30,000+ monthly site views and 8,000+ IABM TV views at IBC alone, we’re elevating industry visibility further with next-level streaming and premium content delivery.

Innovation Directory

Present your innovations to the global MediaTech community through the IABM Innovation Directory – a curated, printed showcase acting as an essential guide at the show.

Engineered to elevate visibility – position your brand at the centre of industry attention before and throughout the show.

For more information and to submit your entry, click here.

Submission deadline: 21 March 2026

Meet the IABM Team at NAB Show 2026

Saleha Williams
CEO

Lucinda Meek
Chief Finance and Operations Officer

Stan Moote
CTO

Ana-Claire Bernardes
Global Head of Member Engagement
Book to meet

Chris Evans
Head of Knowledge & Insight

Paul Young
Head of Marketing

Juliette Langlois
Membership Engagement Manager

Elliot Milner
Membership Growth Manager

Michelle Kelly
Head of Member Engagement & Growth for North America
Book to meet

Riikka Koponen
Principal Analyst

Danny Steed
Senior Digital Marketing Executive

Grace Pugh
Content Coordinator & Creator

IABM at NAB Show, 2026

Stay tuned! More big announcements coming soon…