NEM DUBROVNIK 2023: FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF KEY LEADERS OF THE TV INDUSTRY

If we ask key leaders of the TV industry, 10th anniversary of CEE’s favorite TV market NEM Dubrovnik was a massive success. See below the feedback they gave to the organizers – from praising the organization and the agenda, to their announcement of return in 2024!

1.“Attending the NEM Dubrovnik 2023 conference was a great professional experience. The picturesque setting of Dubrovnik provided the perfect backdrop for a conference filled with inspiring talks, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Engaging with leaders in the Media & Entertainment industry left me feeling motivated to push the boundaries of my own work. The knowledge and insights gained from the conference have not only enhanced my professional growth but also created connections with like-minded individuals who share a passion for innovation and creativity.”

Dušan Švalek,

Deputy CEO, CME

 

2. „Thanks so much for having me as part of your 10th anniversary of NEM. It was great to be there and meet so many of our clients. I also really enjoyed the different panels that were organized to learn more about the industry vision on topics like FAST, Streaming, Pay TV and how we all try to build a sustainable and profitable business. I look forward to coming back next year.“

Jamie Cooke,

GM CEE, Baltics, Middle East, Mediterranean, Turkey and EMEA Pay TV and Creative Agency, Warner Bros. Discovery

 

3.“The 10th anniversary of NEM was a great event and proved once again that this is THE market for the CEE region. The whole organization, the conference, the socialising – everything was first class.”

Peter Wassong,

Head of TV Content Europe, Deutsche Telekom AG

 

4. „I would like to congratulate the NEM team for yet another amazing conference in Dubrovnik. NEM has been THE MEETING PLACE of our region for media and entertainment industry for the past 10 years. As much as it has evolved hand by hand with the industry, it has managed to keep the same DNA from day one: energy, expertise and passion.

I’m proud to be part of this family and look forward to seeing what the next 10 years will bring.“

Victoriya Boklag

CEO, United Group

 

5. “It was wonderful as always! I find I return to find old friends every year at NEM – and also it becomes a place to cement my understanding of the CEE markets. Congrats to you all on building this great event.“

Jonathan Broughton,

Head of Strategy, EBU

 

6. “Thank you for such a spectacular NEM Dubrovnik. It was lovely being back and to see how much the market had grown since its inception ten years ago. Congratulations to all the team for such a productive and informative NEM.”

Reema Patel,

Director of Formats, Warner Bros. International Television Production

 

7. “This event have been absolutely perfect in every way. I’ll be thrilled to come again in 2024 and in the meantime, I’ll be in Zagreb in December.”

Emmanuel Eckert,

Deputy Acquisitions Director, Mediawan Rights

 

8. „It was a great event – fantastically organised as always and I really enjoyed catching up with old friends and business contacs and making new ones. Congratulations!“

Louise Pedersen,

CEO, All3Media International

 

9. „It was pleasure for the whole A1 team and me to be part of this very contentful and professionally organised conference. We are looking forward to expand our cooperation with you and meet you again latest at NEM 2024.“

Judit Albers
Director International Business, A1 Group

 

10. “Congratulations to all the team on a successful NEM; it was a pleasure to meet you. It was a valuable opportunity to connect with clients and partners in the region and am grateful for your hospitality. I hope the rest of the week was a tremendous success and you enjoy a well-deserved rest afterwards!”

Mark Young, EVP, Distribution & Networks, EMEA, Sony Pictures Television

 

11. „First of all, we would like to sincerely congratulate you on NEM’s 10th birthday and thank you for the fantastic market and unparalleled hospitality. In 20 years of our industry experience, we have never been participants in a market that balances the equilibrium between business and pleasure in such a way, where participants feel so comfortable and welcome.

In addition, we take our hats off to you and bow down to your handling of daily tectonic changes in the schedule, ensuring that the end participants don’t feel a thing. As experienced event managers, we know very well the magnitude of the machinery that had to be perfectly coordinated. I must admit that you are unmatched.“

Alja Suvačarov,

Content Manager, Orion Telekom