Bristol Media and Entertainment Mixer Presents The Big Wrap Up

We’ve got panels, real talk on the future of video streaming, diversity, and how to engage the next generation of talent. Plus, we’re celebrating the best in the industry with our exclusive awards.

Our feedback has always pointed to—the need for more. So, that’s exactly what you’re getting: more content, more panels, more partners, and more food and drinks.

Expect plenty of festive vibes, networking with people who get what you do, and wrapping up 2024 in style. Whether you're here for the insights or just the fun, this is the place to be.

What’s on the agenda?

We’re kicking off the mixer at 2pm…heading into the evening. If you’re coming to Bristol, you might as well make a day of it?

We’ve got three panels lined up for you...

1️⃣ Skills Panel: Engaging the Next Generation of Talent

How do we bring the next wave of talent into the media and entertainment industry? This panel tackles the skills that are in demand and how hiring managers can connect with young professionals in a competitive landscape.
On the Panel:
◼️Moderator: Tommy Flanagan (Editor at Faultline, Co-founder BMEM)
◼️Josh Seeley - Global Head at 5V Video, Co-founder BMEM
◼️Guy Franklin - Head of Talent Acquisition: Corporate Functions, Technology, Product at BBC
(More panelists to be announced)

2️⃣ Women Behind the Screen: Diversity & Inclusion – How Do We Move the Needle?
✨SPONSORED BY RISE✨

Diversity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. This panel digs into what’s really working when it comes to fostering a more inclusive industry and how we can create real, measurable change.

On the Panel:
◼️Moderator: Tommy Flanagan (Editor at Faultline, Co-founder BMEM)
◼️Carrie Wotton – Co-founder / CEO at Global Media and Entertainment Talent Manifesto
◼️Rise Repsentative

(More panelists to be announced)

3️⃣ OTT Trends: What We Learned in 2024 and What’s Coming in 2025
✨SPONSORED BY BITMOVIN✨
Streaming continues to evolve, and this panel will break down the key trends, surprises, and lessons learned from 2024 while looking ahead to what’s coming next year.
On the panel:
◼️Moderator: Tommy Flanagan - Editor at Faultline, Co-founder BMEM
◼️Jacob Arends - Product Manager at Bitmovin
◼️Chris Wilson – Head of Product Marketing at MediaKind
◼️Deepali Narsiker – OTT Consultant / Head of Allyship Women In Streaming Media

Big shout out to our sponsors!
Sponsorship is the lifeblood of our mixer – without it, The Big Wrap-Up simply can’t happen. We’re grateful for the support of partners who, like us, are passionate about giving back to this incredible industry. Together, we’re making these events accessible and inclusive for more people, event outside London, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. A massive thank you to:

Rise: A global advocacy group supporting gender diversity in the broadcast media technology sector, Rise empowers women by providing networking, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. Check them out here .

Bubble Agency: A PR, marketing, and events agency specializing in media and entertainment, helping companies connect with their audiences and tell their stories effectively. Check them out here .

Bitmovin: A leading provider of video infrastructure, Bitmovin delivers cutting-edge solutions for video streaming, empowering content providers to deliver high-quality streaming experiences to their audiences. Check them out here

MediaKind: A global leader in media technology, MediaKind provides innovative solutions for video delivery, enabling content providers and operators to create immersive viewing experiences across all platforms, from live TV to on-demand streaming. Check them out here.

Harmonic: A pioneer in video delivery infrastructure, Harmonic offers cutting-edge solutions for streaming and broadcast services, empowering content creators and distributors to deliver high-quality video experiences at scale. Check them out here.

Women in Streaming Media: A community-driven organization dedicated to promoting and supporting women across the streaming media industry, offering mentoring, networking, and career development opportunities.

The BMEM Big Wrap Up Awards 2024:

On top of all the panels, we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate some of the people who deserve a bit of recognition for all they have done for the industry over the last year. To kick off, we’re keeping it simple with x4 awards, which are:

🏆Women Behind the Screen Award🏆

This award recognizes a woman who’s made a real impact in media this year. Whether she’s led with innovation or pushed for diversity, nominate someone who’s breaking barriers and inspiring change.

🏆Sustainability Champion Award🏆

Know someone making the media industry greener? This award celebrates the people driving eco-friendly initiatives and real change toward a sustainable future. Nominate your sustainability hero.

🏆Playback Pioneer of the Year Award🏆

This one’s for the innovators transforming video tech. From improving streaming to enhancing playback, nominate someone who’s changing how we experience video in 2024.

🏆Homegrown Hero Award🏆

This award celebrates local legends putting Bristol on the map in media and entertainment. If you know a Bristol-based game changer, give them the spotlight.

VOTING WILL CLOSE ON 8TH NOVEMBER! SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED 11TH NOVEMBER!

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Who runs BMEM?

The Mixer has been brought together by two Bristol-based organisations, both embedded on the frontline of this exciting industry.
Faultline and 5V Video.
Faultline: Faultline delivers vital competitive intelligence for companies involved in pay TV, OTT, digital entertainment, and broadband.
5V Video : 5V Video is instrumental in scaling technical teams for some of the most prominent video platforms in the world.

Host or Publisher Bristol Media and Entertainment Mixer