Confirmed sessions include:

How NMOS Makes IP Systems Work (Who's SDP File Is It Anyway?)-  Ed Calverley, Q3 Media
Exchanging small text files is at the heart of making IP media systems work. In this session, Ed Calverley will discuss the journey taken by SDP files and the potential problems they can cause, helping to explain some of the inner workings of modern IP-based media systems built around SMPTE 2110 and IPMX.

Navigating Media Cloud - James McDonnell (Tequate Ltd) & Paul Markham
Cloud. Everyone seems to have an opinion on it now, on how it should or shouldn't be used, and what tools, providers and approaches work best. But do we really understand what we mean by cloud, why it's useful to us, and how to make good architectural choices that fit our business objectives? Paul and James will explore the impact of cloud on the media landscape, looking at how we got here, why it matters, what happens next, and the additional impact of AI. You will emerge from this workshop with a deeper appreciation of how to approach cloud initiatives and set them up for success.

Modernising with the Cloud: A Pragmatic Approach - David O’Dwyer, Livewyer
Before looking forward, we look back at previous attempts at modernisation:
– The issues with digitised vs digital solutions
– The first wave of moving to the cloud
– The current state: what does “cloud-native” really mean?

We’ll also provide live demos and take-away examples of modern infrastructure in action to help answer the questions:
– What problems are we trying to solve?
– When is the wrong time to move to cloud-native?
– When is the right time?
– What patterns, processes, and technologies are companies using to achieve this?

Lost in the Middle? Getting Clear on What’s Next in Your Career - Sabina Bunger
The broadcast industry is fast-paced, high-pressure, and often unpredictable. Many professionals in technical roles have spent years adapting to external demands, but haven’t had the space to reflect on their own direction.

This interactive workshop offers a chance to pause, reflect, and take stock—so you can make more confident, intentional decisions about what’s next.

Focus areas include:
– Self-awareness
– Transferable strengths
– Energy drivers and drainers
– Realistic, low-pressure next steps

Plus:
Keynote: Martin Richards (Arqiva)
Evening Fireside Chat: “Broadcasting: Are We Still Broadcasting?”
With Jacob King, Purminder Gandhu, and Louee Dessent-Jackson

Optional Evening Social
Round off the day with relaxed conversation, networking, and fresh pizza at the Mad Squirrel Brewery from 19:00–23:00hrs.
Venue: Mad Squirrel High Wycombe, Unit B, Paul’s Row, High Wycombe, HP11 2HQ

A big thank you to our evening sponsors, Imagine Communications and Insights Int, for making this informal get-together possible. It's the perfect way to continue the day's conversations in a friendly and relaxed setting.

Event Details
Venue: Buckinghamshire New University, High Wycombe
Date: 26 June 2025
Time: 12:00 – 18:45hrs (followed by optional evening social)
Cost: £30 per attendee (£25 + VAT)

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