DENVER, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Questex’s StreamTV Show 2026, the streaming industry’s fastest-growing event, today announces an expanded keynote lineup featuring Tara Walpert Levy, Vice President, Americas at YouTube, a new Keynote Fireside Chat with STARZ executives Alison Hoffman and Kathryn Busby, and a keynote by Tania Missad, EVP of Insights, Strategy, and Analytics, Sony Pictures Television, alongside more than 30 newly added speakers that bring the event’s 2026 program to nearly 300 speakers - the largest and most comprehensive agenda in StreamTV Show history and across the industry.
Taking place June 16–19, 2026 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, StreamTV Show brings together the executives, innovators, creators, advertisers, technologists, and decision-makers shaping the future of streaming, television, sports media, connected TV, advertising, content distribution, and audience engagement.
Leading this year's keynote program is Tara Walpert Levy, Vice President, Americas at YouTube, who will deliver the Opening Keynote. As one of the industry's most influential leaders at the intersection of creators, advertising, connected TV, and digital video, Walpert Levy will share insights into the evolving viewing habits, creator economy, and advertising innovations transforming the media landscape.
Also joining the keynote stage are Alison Hoffman, President, STARZ Networks and Kathryn Busby, President, Original Programming, STARZ for an exclusive fireside conversation examining the future of premium storytelling, franchise development, audience engagement, and the evolving role of networks in an increasingly competitive streaming marketplace.
In addition, Tania Missad, EVP, Insights, Strategy and Analytics, Sony Pictures Television, will provide a data-driven perspective on how audience intelligence, consumer behavior, and analytics are influencing content strategy, programming decisions, and growth across today's television ecosystem.
These keynote additions further strengthen what is already shaping up to be StreamTV Show's most robust content program to date.
"With nearly 300 speakers, expanded summits, and executives representing every corner of the streaming ecosystem, this year's program reflects both the scale and transformation happening across the industry," said Kevin Gray, Founder of StreamTV Show and VP, Questex. "From YouTube and STARZ to emerging innovators and established industry leaders, StreamTV Show is bringing together the voices driving the next era of streaming."
Nearly 300 Speakers Added to the Industry’s Most Comprehensive Streaming Agenda
The newly announced speakers span streaming platforms, media companies, sports organizations, technology providers, advertising leaders, and creator-driven businesses, further expanding one of the industry's most influential gatherings focused on the future of streaming.
Additional new speakers include Ahmed Darwish, Chief Marketing & Digital Officer, New England Sports Network, Jonathan Vu, Head of Product & Ad Tech, NFL, Amanda Stevens, SVP Global Partnerships, All3Media International, Randy Ahn, Vice President, Subscriptions, Roku, Samir Asthana, Head of OTT Distribution, Studio71, James Ross, CEO, Lightning International, and more.
Exploring What's Next for Streaming
Across four days of programming, attendees will hear from nearly 300 speakers exploring the trends, technologies, and business models reshaping media and entertainment, including:
- Streaming monetization and advertising innovation
- FAST, AVOD, and the future of free streaming
- Sports streaming, rights, and audience engagement
- AI-powered discovery, personalization, and content recommendations
- Creator media and YouTube ecosystems
- Audience acquisition, retention, and loyalty
- Platform strategy and distribution
- CTV advertising, measurement, and attribution
- Data, identity, and consumer insights
- Product innovation and the future of user experience
In addition to the main conference, attendees will have access to three co-located summits, including Evan Shapiro's Media Universe Summit, TVREV's Summit, and the StreamTV Marketers Summit, providing deeper dives into the topics shaping the future of media and streaming.
The Industry Is Gathering in Denver
The expanded agenda comes as momentum continues to build ahead of StreamTV Show 2026, which is on track to be the largest event in its history. Alongside its biggest speaker lineup ever, attendees can expect an expanded Market Floor, immersive activations, executive networking experiences, AI-powered matchmaking, and signature events including The Big Bash featuring Flo Rida, StreamTV Park, Cocktails with Cineverse, StreamTV After Hours, and more.
As streaming continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, StreamTV Show remains the industry's premier destination for discovering new ideas, building partnerships, and connecting with the leaders shaping what's next.
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About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a market and expo – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.
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