Featured Speakers & Moderators
Industry leaders from broadcast, technology, and standards bodies who presented at the 6th Annual HbbTV Symposium in Rome, October 17–18, 2017.
Speakers
David Uhlmann
Pier Paolo Cervi
Mediaset
Alberto Sigismondi
Tivu
Matt Poole
ITV
Miggi Zwicklbauer
Fraunhofer
Nigel Megitt
BBC
Jon Piesing
TP Vision
Andrea Michelozzi
Comunicare Digitale
Lefteris Kretsos
Media Ministry, Greece
Stefano Selli
CRTV
James Jackson
Digital UK
Luca De Bartolo
Tivu
Pedro Valiente
Tivu
Ian Medland
DTG
Simona Tonoli
Mediaset
Simon Trudelle
Nagra
Juha Joki
Sofia Digital
Klaus Merkel
Teun Van Der Veen
Francesco Giuffrè
ANITEC
Atila Madakbaş
Admongrel
Talal Shamoon
Intertrust
Jason Power
Reinhard Koc
The full symposium agenda with session times is available on the Agenda page.
The HbbTV Symposium in Rome brought together a distinguished group of industry leaders from across the broadcast, technology, and standards landscape. Speakers represented major broadcasters, technology providers, and regulatory bodies, each contributing unique perspectives on the evolution of hybrid television. The carefully curated program featured experts who shared insights on how broadcast and broadband technologies can work together to create richer viewing experiences. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from professionals who are actively shaping the future of connected television, making the symposium an essential gathering for anyone involved in the digital television ecosystem.
The range of topics covered by featured speakers reflected the complexity and dynamism of the modern television industry. Presentations explored the technical standards that enable hybrid broadcasting, the user experience considerations that drive adoption, and the business models that sustain innovation. Speakers addressed challenges such as interoperability across devices, content discovery, and the integration of online services with traditional broadcast signals. Each session offered practical knowledge drawn from real-world implementations, giving attendees actionable insights rather than abstract theories about where the industry is heading.
Moderators at the symposium played a crucial role in guiding discussions and ensuring that diverse viewpoints were heard. These experienced professionals from the broadcast and technology sectors facilitated conversations that bridged technical and strategic perspectives. Their expertise helped audience members understand complex topics while encouraging speakers to elaborate on the most relevant aspects of their work. The moderated sessions created a collaborative atmosphere where questions from attendees led to deeper explorations of key themes, from regulatory frameworks to consumer behavior trends affecting hybrid television services.
The symposium's impact extended beyond the two days of presentations, as the connections made between speakers, moderators, and attendees continued to influence the industry long after the event concluded. Featured speakers shared not only their current work but also their visions for where hybrid television is headed in the coming years. The exchange of ideas between European and international participants highlighted the global nature of the HbbTV standard and its growing relevance. This gathering in Rome served as a milestone event that helped align the industry around common goals and technical roadmaps.