About Media Universe Summit
Join renowned media cartographer Evan Shapiro at the Media Universe Summit at StreamTV Show 2025.
This interactive experience will map out the shifting landscape of media, exploring the convergence of streaming, technology, and consumer behavior.
Discover how to navigate disruption, identify new opportunities, and position your business for success in an ever-evolving universe. With Evan’s expertise and actionable insights, you’ll leave ready to chart your path in the next era of media.
About Evan Shapiro
Since he created his Map of Media, Evan Shapiro has become known as the cartographer of the Media Universe.
His maps, infographics, and ruminations are now widely quoted and used by businesses, executives, analysts, and colleges around the world. Using his very specific point of view, Shapiro charts Media's future through his essays on his Media War & Peace Newsletter, and with his transformation agency, ESHAP.
His recent collaborations with Barb and Comscore are examples of how Shapiro hones data into sharp analysis of our industry with a raw authenticity that cuts through the din and generates debate across the ecosystem.
Shapiro is also an Emmy and Peabody Award winning producer of TV, films and podcasts, including Portlandia, This Film Is Not Yet Rated, Please Like Me, Comedy Bang Bang, Brick City, and Harmonquest. He also serves as a professor at New York University’s Stern School of Business.
Why Should You Attend?
Gain a fresh perspective on the accelerating evolution of the industry
Hear from innovators and thought leaders in formats that empower debate and frank conversation
Get access to new data from an array of sources
Have a good friggin time doing it
Plus, be sure to join the Outside Odyssey - Exclusive reception for Media Universe community on outside terrace.
Today’s media landscape isn’t just changing—it’s being reshaped.
At StreamTV Show 2025, we’re charting the now and the next.
I'm beyond thrilled to partner with StreamTV Show, the most important event for streaming television, to bring the Media Universe Summit to life.
This collab will help attendees to navigate the disruption, create new opportunity, and learn how to thrive in this new era of Media.
EVAN SHAPIRO
When and Where
When
June 11-12, 2025
June 11:
Outside Odyssey: Summit's Exclusive Outdoor Reception - where connections and collaborations begin
June 12:
Summit - Sessions, Networking, and more
Where
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd
Aurora, CO 80019
Media Universe Summit Agenda
11:00–11:45 AM | Keynote Address – Evan Shapiro, Cartographer
An exclusive, unvarnished view of the Media Universe and where it's going, with new research, new insights and a full head of steam.
11:45–12:00 PM | Fireside Chat: Monetizing the Long Tail
The founder of one of streaming's most innovative company's talks about transforming libraries into audiences and revenues.
Speaker: Yigit Celik, CEO, MERZIGO
12:00–12:30 PM | Panel: Maximizing and Monetizing YouTube as Television
YouTube talks with publishers and creators about YouTube as CTV's new broadcast platform.
Moderator: Fede Goldenberg, Head of TV & Film AVOD Content Partnerships, YouTube
Panelists: Matt Risley, Managing Director – 4Studio, Channel 4
Andrew Yaffe, CEO, DudePerfect
12:30–1:35 PM | Lunch Break
1:35–2:20 PM | Debate: What Measurement Matters Now?
Two teams compete, using National High School Debate Club Rules on what each argues is THE most important measurement metric for the Streaming Era.
2:20–2:35 PM | Streaming Case Study
2:35–3:15 PM | Panel: The Next Goal in Streaming Sports
The face of college athletics is changing, with new rules and rights never before contemplated. What comes next? Our experts explain the blockers and goalposts.
3:15–3:45 PM | Networking Break
3:45–4:00 PM | Case Study
4:00–4:40 PM | Debate: Platform vs Publishers - Whose Customer Is It?
Discovery in Streaming is a major friction point for audiences. How can we make content infinitely discoverable? Who IS responsible for fixing our broken system of content discovery?
Panelists: Bedrock
4:40–4:55 PM | Case Study
4:55–5:30 PM | Live Podcast: The Media Odyssey
Marion Ranchet and Evan Shapiro bring their must-listen podcast to StreamTV for a LIVE and unfiltered show at The Media Universe Summit with special guest Matthew Henick of The Trade Desk and other LIVE surprises!
Speakers: Marion Ranchet, Evan Shapiro & Special Guest Matthew Henick
The future of streaming television starts here!
Whether you’re leading a team, launching a product, or building your brand, StreamTV Show 2025 is where your next breakthrough awaits. Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of television!
Early Bird Rates End April 4.