SVG Summit 2025 Preview: Everything You Need to Know for Next Week's Big Show in NYC

SVG Summit 2025 Preview: Everything You Need to Know for Next Week's Big Show in NYCRegistration is still open so act now!By SVG Staff

Friday, December 12, 2025 - 1:43 pm

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The SVG Summit returns to New York City on Dec. 15-16 for its landmark 20th chapter. Over two full days, the 20th SVG Summit will feature industry-focused Main-Stage panels and fireside chats with major sports networks and leagues; informational Workshops on Women's Sports, Live Production, AI Production, Content Workflows, Digital Engagement/Monetization, Cloud Production, and Audio Production/Distribution; state-of-the-art Technology Exhibits; and, of course, plenty of time to network and catch up with old friends.

Registration is still open for the The SVG Summit (with a $150 administrative late fee), so reserve your spot now! Here is you in-depth look at everything this year's SVG Summit has to offer.

DAY 1 WORKSHOPS (Dec. 15)SVGW Meet-Up @ The Summit

9:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Location: Rendezvous, 3rd Floor

SVG Women's Sports Workshop

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Location: Rendezvous, 3rd Floor

Live Production Innovation Workshop

10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Gramercy Suite, 2nd Floor

Content Workflows Workshop

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Nassau Suite, 2nd Floor

AI Production Tools Workshop

10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Location: Murray Hill Suite, 2nd Floor

Digital Engagement and Monetization Workshop

1:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Nassau Suite, 2nd Floor

Cloud Production Workshop

1:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Murray Hill Suite, 2nd Floor

SVG Audio Production and Distribution Workshop

1:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Rendezvous, 3rd Floor

TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITS & OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION (Dec. 15-16)Exhibit Hours: 12:30 - 6:30 p.m. ET

Exhibits Location: Rhinelander Gallery, 2nd Floor

Location: All Technology Showcases will be in the Rhinelander Gallery (2nd Floor)

Full List of Exhibitors: CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LISTING

Opening Night Reception in Exhibits

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Location: Rhinelander Gallery, 2nd Floor

DAY 2 GENERAL SESSIONS (Dec. 12)10:00-10:30: Opening Keynote Conversation: Inside the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Oscar Sanchez

The 20th SVG Summit kicks off (pun intended) with an overview of FIFA's operations for the 2026 Men's World Cup which will take over the U.S. next summer. Oscar Sanchez, FIFA's Head of Host Broadcast Operations joins us to discuss how FIFA, HBS, and rights holders around the globe will cover what will be a massive event for everyone involved.

Keynote Speaker:

Oscar Sanchez, FIFA, Head of Host Broadcast Production

10:30-11:00: Follow the Money: How Sports TV Tech Can Benefit from Sports Investors

We read the headlines everyday about massive investments that are fueling athlete performance technology, next-gen digital apps, sports leagues and franchises, and more. So, the question is is there a way for those who create broadcast technology to become part of those investment conversations? How can the traditional tech industry get closer to investors who believe that sports is an important catalyst for growth and technology?

Moderator:

Sam McCleery, G3DVU, Head of Sales

Panelists:

Lori Bistis, PWC, Deals Partner

John Kosner, Kosner Media, President

Serge Van Herck, EVS, CEO

11:15-12:00: National Perspectives: What to Expect in Production in 2026

2026 is an even year and historically that means one thing: a very busy time for the world of sports. And next year, arguably, will be the biggest year ever as there is not only a Winter Olympics but the largest World Cup ever. Toss in new rights deals, new technology, and new demands and it all adds up to new challenges and opportunities. Leaders from the national networks discuss their plans for 2026 and much more.

Moderator:

Jeff Jacobs, NEP Group, SVP and Head of Production

Panelists:

Chris Brown, WBD, VP, Technology and Operations

Dennis Cleary Jr., ESPN, Senior Director, Remote Production Operations

Jason Cohen, CBS Sports and CBS Sports Network, SVP, Remote Technical Operations

Mike Davies, Fox Sports, EVP, Technical and Field Operations; SVG U.S. Chairman

Jonathan Mussman, Netflix, VP of Production

1:00-1:45: What's Happening in Remote Production?

Producing a live sports event begins with great on-site facilities, technology, and production crews. We'll spend some time with key executives who face the challenge every day of an industry which is in a state of constant change as it evolves to meet the needs of broadcasters across the country.

Moderator:

Ken Kerschbaumer, SVG, Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services

Panelists:

Mary Ellen Carlyle, Dome Productions, SVP and GM

Bob Carzoli, Program Productions, Executive Chairman

Nick Garvin, Mobile TV Group, CEO

Patrick Sullivan, Game Creek Video, President

Mike Werteen, NEP Americas, President, and Global Chief Commercial Officer

1:45-2:00: Full Throttle to IP: Indy Motor Sports Productions' Fast-Track Transformation for IndyCar Coverage

Join Jason King, Sr Director of Engineering at IMS Productions and Paul Nijak, VP, General Manager & Managing Partner at BeckTV, as they share how Indy Motor Sports Productions completed a rapid IP transition of five mobile production trucks ahead of the 2025 NTT IndyCar Series. Learn how the system architecture, and IP workflows are redefining live motorsports coverage.

Moderator:

Jimbo Haneklau, Imagine Communications, VP of Sales, Sports and Live Events

Panelists:

Jason King, IMS Productions , Sr. Director of Engineering

Paul Nijak, BeckTV, VP, General Manager and Managing Partner

2:00-2:30: The State of the Sports Industry with Devoncroft's Josh Stinehour

It's officially a tradition for the SVG Summit as Devoncroft Partners Principal Analyst Josh Stinehour gets to the heart of the matter: the financial health of the br

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