Conference Summit
Through a series of engaging Masterclasses and keynotes brought to you by an exciting mix of industry leaders and disruptive start-ups, the conference summit, will dive into developing ecosystems emerging within the industry, which enables the SPORTEL community to explore new business and partnership opportunities.
Book your slot and take the stage as part of the official program. Share the latest insight on sports media and technology, highlighting key innovations important to the SPORTEL community.
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2022 Speakers
Eli VELAZQUEZ
Eli VELAZQUEZ
Executive Vice President, Sports Content
Eli Velazquez is Executive Vice President of Sports Content for Telemundo Deportes. In his role, Velazquez leads the division’s multimedia content strategy including programming, acquisition, production, operations and editorial efforts. He is also responsible for coordinating resources across the company to provide Telemundo Network, Universo and the respective digital platforms with high-quality sports content. Additionally, Velazquez works closely with NBC Sports on major events, and ensures collaboration across divisions and businesses.
Ken KERSCHBAUMER
Ken KERSCHBAUMER
Executive Director, Editorial
Ken Kerschbaumer is executive director, editorial services, of the Sports Video Group and SVG Europe. He has been writing about how sports networks and leagues use video and audio technology to deliver a quality TV experience since 1991 when began his career at Television Broadcast magazine and TVB Europe.
In 1998 he was named editor of Digital Television magazine before joining Broadcasting & Cable in 2000 as senior editor, technology.
He left Broadcasting & Cable in 2005 to begin SVG. Today the organisation has a global presence as it supports advances in sports content creation and distribution.
David MILLER
David MILLER
Vice President & Assistant General Counsel
David Miller is Vice President & Assistant General Counsel for the PGA TOUR. David primarily works on the PGA TOUR’s media and gaming businesses. He represents the PGA TOUR with respect to all matters in the gaming industry, including integrity, governmental affairs, market access, social responsibility, data distribution, sponsorship, and
Steve BYRD
Steve BYRD
Head of Sports Content & Partnerships, US
Steve Byrd is head of sports content & partnerships, U.S. at Sportradar. A thirty-year veteran of the sports industry, Steve joined Sportradar’s U.S. operation as chief commercial officer in May 2015. After building out the U.S. sales team, Byrd transitioned into his current role in May 2017.
Peter MURRAY
Peter MURRAY
CEO
Peter Murray, a senior sports executive, is the Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Murray oversees all business strategy and operations, fighter roster, event management, production, content, and marketing for the mixed martial arts league.
Juan Carlos RODRIGUEZ
Juan Carlos RODRIGUEZ
President of Sports, Univision
Juan Carlos Rodriguez is the President of Sports at TelevisaUnivision Inc., the world’s leading Spanish-language content and media company.
Rodriguez has positioned Univision’s sports brand, TUDN, as the Home of Soccer in the U.S. through the acquisition of exclusive Spanish-language media rights to some of the most important properties and tournaments in the sport, including 14 Liga MX clubs, UEFA Champions League and Europa League, the U.S. and Mexican national teams, Major League Soccer, UEFA national team competitions, the Concacaf Gold Cup and the Concacaf Champions League. Additionally, he has secured agreements with the FIA Formula One World Championship and Hispanic MMA franchise Combate Americas.
Meghna KRISHNA
Meghna KRISHNA
Chief Revenue Officer
Meghna Krishna is the Chief Revenue Officer at Videoverse. As part of her job she is responsible for revenue maximization along with facilitating strategic partnerships and innovative marketing solutions for the overall growth of the company. Her unique leadership shines through her ability to build passionate teams focused on delivering the best quality services to their clients.
Alex DROSIN
Alex DROSIN
Head of Worldwide Business Development
Alex heads up Worldwide Business Development for Deltatre. Previously, Alex launched Massive in North America which was sold to Deltatre in November 2018. Alex is a co-founder of Glowcast Ventures, which has incubated multiple business ventures over the years and was President of Lorne Michaels’ Broadway Video Enterprises. He began his career as a journalist at The Wall Street Journal/Europe and has over 30 years of experience across traditional and digital media. He has acted as an Advisor to numerous startups.
Bo HAN
Bo HAN
Founder & CEO
Bo is the founder and CEO of Buzzer, the new mobile platform delivering short-form access to the best moments in live sports. Founded in 2020 and officially launched in October 2021, Buzzer's mobile platform identifies, notifies and provides short-form access to the best moments in live sports - personalized based on each fan’s preferences. Partners have included NBA League Pass, WNBA League Pass, PGA TOUR, the NHL, DAZN and FanDuel.
Anthony MESA
Anthony MESA
VP Sales
Anthony heads North America sales for ViewLift, a leader in end-to-end streaming platform and OTT solutions. Anthony has worked in the CDN and OTT space since 2008 providing critical solutions to sports, broadcast media, and entertainment businesses.
Santiago SLUZEWSKI MONTI
Santiago SLUZEWSKI MONTI
Commercial Director
Santiago (Uki) is TORNEOS’ Commercial Director. He is currently in charge of the acquisition and commercialization of events and competitions’ rights; the full organization, operational management and TV production of events such us Daytona Soccer Fest, Copa Argentina, Supercopa Argentina and Córdoba Open ATP 250 - among others - and a complete range of sports marketing services, including license management and e-commerce of the main clubs and sports federations.
Boris GARTNER
Boris GARTNER
CEO LaLiga North America
Boris is Chief Executive Officer of LaLiga North America, a joint venture between Relevent Sports Group, the premier international soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, and LaLiga, Spain’s top-flight soccer competition and professional association.
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