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the leaders the deciders the disrupters
2016 Speakers
Experience TheGrill 2017
TheGrill leads the conversation on convergence between entertainment, media and technology, bringing together newsmakers to debate the challenges and opportunities facing content in the digital age. Diverse programming anchored by versatile talent and supported by big brands has always been the hallmark of Hollywood. As technology brings new models to the fore – in production, distribution, display and monetization – TheGrill is a platform for the leaders, the deciders and the disrupters to explore this reconfigured landscape as it continues to transforms around us.
Among the topics that fueled past agendas at TheGrill
Production
Content Play
Code slingers said algorithms might replace story, but the techno revolution has reinforced content is king. From social media to silver screen, we dissect success.
Distribution
The Numbers
Disruption is the new normal when it comes to distribution. Alt channels are being explored, but will they add up to profits?
Marketing
Connections
Technology has made it possible to know consumers inside and out. Now it’s time to put that knowledge to work.
Mobile
On the Go-Go
Phones, cars and other gadgets that are along for the ride, keeping consumers connected, at home, on the road and in the cloud.
Millennials
Mille Meter
Despite reams of research, millennials remain a mystery. Learn about the new technologies that are cracking the code.
Music
Second Spin
Can vinyl and digital co-exist? Will streaming dry up? Explore sustainable models for the new music economy.
Games
State of Play
At the console or on the field, interactivity and competition are a match made in entertainment heaven.
Virtual Reality
Stars of VR
The brave new world of immersive content presents challenges and opportunities. Get ready for 360-degrees 24/7 and experience the vroom in our VR room.
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deciders, disrupters and innovators at work and play
On the Record
Dialogue
Past participants share the unforgettable experience of being part of TheGrill.
Frank
Cooper
“TheGrill is not just a conference. It’s a carefully curated collection of relevant and necessary conversations among the A-list of Hollywood and the C-suite of corporations. Sharon Waxman has created a unique forum for insight and action through TheGrill.”
— CMO and Chief Creative Officer, Buzzfeed; former Global CMO PepsiCo
— CMO and Chief Creative Officer, Buzzfeed; former Global CMO PepsiCo
Michael
Shamberg
“The selling point of TheGrill is that you stay current in the world of media by hearing innovators talk about the companies they run. You get the top executives, which makes it really relevant to business strategies and not just theoretical.” — Producer, Django Unchained, Erin Brockovich
Rick
Hess
“It’s always interesting and thought provoking at The Grill and it was fun to share the dialogue and learn from the other smart panelists in Jesse, Mark and Brian. Thanks to Sharon for pulling off another great event.“ –Co-Founder, Evolution Media Capital LLC
Will
Palmer
“The Grill is a an outstanding event offering unique insights from the industry’s brightest minds and important networking opportunities with key players. Sharon and her team dig deep into issues affecting our business with provocative conversations with top tier participants.“ — Co-Founder & CEO, Movio
Brian
Weinstein
“TheGrill is the perfect forum to discuss the intersection between media, entertainment, finance and the tech world. It brings together the right mix of speakers from those different worlds and the result is better, smarter and more insightful thinking from everyone involved.“ –Head of Corporate Finance, CAA
Arianna
Huffington
“With theGrill, Sharon Waxman has created a truly unique platform, inviting industry leaders and innovators to come together for meaningful conversations and to share their visions on the future of entertainment, media and technology.” — Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief, The Huffington Post
Experience TheGrill 2017
Join the leaders, the deciders, the disrupters as they map the future.
Partners
It gives us great pleasure to recognize the forward-thinking companies that join us engaging the entertainment and tech communities in the dialogue that is TheGrill.