6:00 – 8:00 pm

Opening Night Reception

8:00 – 9:15 am

Breakfast, Registration, and Networking

9:15 – 9:25 am

Welcome Remarks

• Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman & Former CEO, Hearst; Chairman, The Paley Center for Media
• Maureen J. Reidy, President & CEO, The Paley Center for Media

9:30 – 10:00 am

Disruption, Consolidation, and What’s Next

• John C. Malone, Chairman, Liberty Media, Liberty Global, Liberty Broadband, and GCI Liberty; Chair Emeritus, Warner Bros. Discovery
• Mike Fries, CEO, Liberty Global

Join two of the most influential figures in global media for a candid conversation on the forces reshaping the industry. John Malone, Chairman of Liberty Media, Liberty Global, Liberty Broadband, and GCI Liberty, and Mike Fries, CEO of Liberty Global, bring decades of strategic insight to a discussion on the future of content, distribution, and connectivity. This fast-paced and wide-ranging discussion will explore the macro trends that media leaders must anticipate next. Their appearances have become an annual Summit highlight, and this year Malone and Fries will once again offer a rare perspective on navigating volatility and seizing opportunity across the globe.

10:05 – 10:35 am

Rewriting the Script: How Platforms Are Reshaping Media 

• Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram, Meta
• Moderator: Campbell Brown, Founder and CEO, Remark

From shifting audience behaviors to technological disruption, the media landscape is undergoing profound transformation—and few companies are navigating these shifts at greater scale than Meta. Topics include the rise of short-form video, changing patterns of content discovery and engagement, the influence of younger audiences, and how emerging technologies like AI may redefine the way media is created, distributed, and consumed. Moderated by Campbell Brown, Founder and CEO of Remark, this session offers a strategic look at the forces reshaping the global media ecosystem.

10:40 – 11:10 am

What Consumers Are Telling Us About the Future of Media 

• Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO, iHeartMedia, Inc.
• Strauss Zelnick, Founder and Managing Partner, ZMC; Chairman & CEO, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Consumer behavior is shifting faster than ever—and the signals point to a future where content, platforms, and experiences must constantly adapt. Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia, and Strauss Zelnick, Founder and Managing Partner of ZMC and Chairman and CEO of Take-Two Interactive Software, explore the frontlines of audio, music, entertainment, podcasts, and gaming to decode what audiences are really telling us. From changing attention spans to rising expectations around personalization, interactivity, and the consumer’s desire to connect to real humans as the AI age begins, they’ll explore how to read the data, anticipate trends, and stay ahead of demand around the world.

11:10 – 11:35 am

Networking Break

11:40 am – 12:10 pm

The Future of Gaming 

• Phil Spencer, CEO, Microsoft Gaming

12:10 – 2:25 pm

Opening Day Delegate Luncheon

2:25 – 2:55 pm

Building Brands in the New Media Ecosystem

• Michael D. Ratner, Founder & CEO, OBB Media; Co-Founder & Co-Executive Chairman, rhode skin
• Faiza Saeed, Presiding Partner, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, creators can build personal and consumer brands and reach an audience using innovative strategies for development, marketing and production across platforms. Michael D. Ratner, Founder & CEO of OBB Media and Co-Founder & Co-Executive Chairman of rhode skin, and Faiza J. Saeed, Presiding Partner at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, discuss how creative storytelling, production, and distribution have built experiences and brands from FanaticsFest to Cold as Balls to skincare phenom rhode.

3:00 – 3:30 pm

The Future of Media, Entertainment, and Creativity 

• Neal Mohan, CEO, YouTube
• Michelle Khare, YouTube Creator and Host, Challenge Accepted
• Moderator: Dylan Byers, Founding Partner & Senior Correspondent, Puck

The world of media and entertainment is changing more rapidly now than at any point in history. Creators are building next-generation media businesses and making a big splash on TV screens. Independent reporters and podcasters are redefining journalism and commentary. And AI-powered tools are poised to supercharge a new era of creativity. YouTube sits at the center of it all. In this session, Neal Mohan, CEO of YouTube joins Michelle Khare, creator and host of YouTube show Challenge Accepted, for a conversation on the rise of creator-led businesses, the art of storytelling, and how AI will impact creative careers. Plus the quest for the first creator Primetime Emmy. This is a rare inside look at the future of digital creativity from both the streamer and creator perspective. Moderated by Dylan Byers, Founding Partner and Senior Correspondent, Puck.

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Networking Break

4:05 – 4:35 pm

The Evolution of Modern Media

• Barry Diller, Chairman and Senior Executive, IAC and Expedia
• Jeffrey Katzenberg, Founding Partner, WndrCo

Two of the most influential architects of modern media come together to explore how the industry has been shaped by technology, audience behavior, and leadership, and how those factors are remaking the industry today. Barry Diller, Chairman and Senior Executive of IAC and Expedia and author of the memoir Who Knew, and Jeffrey Katzenberg, Founding Partner of WndrCo, share hard-earned insights from decades at the forefront of entertainment, digital innovation, and strategic disruption. From the rise of streaming to the next wave of content creation, they’ll examine what’s changing—and what still matters.

4:40 – 5:10 pm

Redefining Leadership in the AI Era

• Ryan Roslansky, CEO, LinkedIn
• Gary Vaynerchuk, Chairman, VaynerX; CEO, VaynerMedia

As AI transforms how we work, today’s leaders must guide both their business and their people through this paradigm shift. In this conversation, Ryan Roslansky, CEO of LinkedIn, and Gary Vaynerchuk, Chairman of VaynerX and CEO of VaynerMedia, explore how AI is reshaping workforce strategy—from hiring and upskilling to culture and performance. With insights from the world’s largest professional network and one of today’s most forward-thinking marketing leaders, this conversation will explore the ways leaders can align talent and technology to drive innovation, resilience, and long-term growth.

5:15 – 5:45 pm

Brands, Athletes, and the Future of Authentic Storytelling

• Nicole Graham, EVP, Chief Marketing Officer, Nike, Inc.

As consumers increasingly seek authenticity and true connection, the dynamic between brands and athletes is being transformed into a bold force for inspiration and influence. Nicole Graham, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at NIKE, Inc., together with WNBA champion Sabrina Ionescu, will illuminate how brands and athletes are reimagining their partnerships from the ground up—crafting products that embody the athlete’s spirit and sharing stories that honor their unique journeys. Their discussion will highlight how this approach is capturing the hearts of new generations, fueling a cultural shift, and shaping the vibrant future of marketing.

5:50 – 6:00 pm

Closing Remarks

• Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman & Former CEO, Hearst; Chairman, The Paley Center for Media

6:00 – 8:00 pm

Dinner and Drinks

8:00 – 8:45 am

Breakfast and Registration

8:45 – 8:55 am

Welcome Remarks

• Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman & Former CEO, Hearst; Chairman, The Paley Center for Media
• Maureen J. Reidy, President & CEO, The Paley Center for Media

9:00 – 9:30 am

Sony’s Creative Entertainment Vision: Unlocking Global Synergy 

• Hiroki Totoki, President & CEO, Sony Group Corporation

Hiroki Totoki, President and CEO of Sony Group Corporation, offers a forward-looking perspective on how one of the world’s most iconic companies is harnessing its diverse resources to shape the future of entertainment and technology. In this conversation, Totoki will discuss Sony’s Creative Entertainment Vision, a strategy that integrates the company’s strengths across music, gaming, film, and electronics to deliver unified, immersive experiences. He will share insights on innovation, partnerships, and Sony’s role in advancing artistry and cutting-edge technology. It’s a rare opportunity to hear directly from the leader driving Sony’s next era of global impact.

9:30 – 9:55 am

Networking Break

10:00 – 10:30 am

Investing in What’s Next: Powering Growth in Sports, Media, and Beyond

• Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President, Ariel Investments
• Crystal McCrary, Co-Founder, GameUp and Get To Yes Productions

In a conversation that bridges business, culture, and media, Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, and Crystal McCrary, Co-Founder of GameUp and Get To Yes Productions, explore how leadership and capital are driving growth and innovation across industries. Together, they discuss the rise of women’s sports, with its expanding audiences and sponsorship opportunities, and how these shifts are influencing representation, content, and leadership. The session also examines evolving approaches to corporate governance, diversity, and long-term investing—and how these forces are reshaping influence in both business and media.

10:30 – 11:35 am

Networking Break

11:40 am – 12:10 pm

Founders and Funders on the Future of Intelligent Media

• Sarah Guo, Founder and Partner, Conviction
• Joshua Xu, Co-Founder and CEO, HeyGen

As media and technology converge, a new wave of investors and entrepreneurs is driving innovation at the intersection of content, AI, and digital identity. Sarah Guo, Founder and Partner at Conviction, and Joshua Xu, Co-Founder and CEO of HeyGen, share how emerging technologies are reshaping the way stories are created, distributed, and monetized. With deep experience in early-stage investing and generative AI, they offer a forward-looking view on where capital, creativity, and computation are headed.

12:15 – 12:55 pm

The Henry A. Kissinger Annual Keynote Address Made Possible by the William S. Paley Foundation: Navigating the Future of Geopolitics 

• Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman & Former CEO, Hearst; Chairman, The Paley Center for Media
• Stephen Hadley, Former National Security Adviser; Principal, Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel LLC 
• Anja Manuel, Principal, Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel LLC 

In this high-level keynote conversation, Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman and former CEO of Hearst, leads a conversation with former National Security Adviser Stephen Hadley and former diplomat, scholar, and attorney Anja Manuel—both principals at Rice, Hadley, Gates, & Manuel LLC—on the shifting dynamics shaping our world today. From emerging geopolitical alliances and economic power shifts to the impact of cutting-edge technologies like AI on international relations, this session will explore the forces redefining global leadership, stability, and cooperation in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

1:00 – 1:10 pm

Closing Remarks

• Frank A. Bennack, Jr., Executive Vice Chairman & Former CEO, Hearst; Chairman, The Paley Center for Media