President Leslie Hughes kicks off the 28th Digital Media Licensing Conference’s educational line up with a fresh perspective on the industry now and in the future.

Speaker: Leslie Hughes, DMLA President

The world of technology is fundamentally changing the way we create and consume media. Mobile, digital and generative AI have all played a role in this evolution, but data has been the driving force. Anna Dickson and Matt Serletic from Google will discuss how data has impacted the content landscape and how it is shaping the future of media.

Moderator:
Leslie Hughes, President, DMLA

Speakers:
Anna Dickson, Group Product Manager, Google
Matt Serletic, Director, Creative Content, Google

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA

Join Rob Kasunic, Director of Policy and Practice and Suzy Wilson, General Counsel for the US Copyright Office for a moderated discussion about copyright today, the law, and the impact of technologies such as AI.

Moderator:
Leslie Hughes, President, DMLA

Speakers:
Suzanne Wilson, General Counsel & Associate Register, USCO
Robert J. Kasunic, Associate Register of Copyrights and Director of Registration Policy and Practice

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

A perennial favorite, hear about the most important legal cases and new laws impacting our industry. This year, our panel is exclusively focused on the complex legal issues and questions surrounding generative AI.

Speakers:
Nancy Wolff, Partner CDAS, DMLA Counsel
Margaret Vincent, Interim CEO / VP Legal, Stocksy
Amanda Perrot, Associate General Counsel, Adobe
Paul Reinitz, Director, Advocacy Counsel, Getty Images

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Sponsored by:
CDAS

In this rapidly changing landscape, understanding and addressing bias in AI becomes crucial for ensuring that these new tools are equitable and do not allow bias, both conscious and unconscious, to fester and propagate, setting back much of the progress we have made over the past decades.

Moderator:
Joe Naylor, Co-Founder & CEO, ImageRights International

Speakers:
Mark Milstein, Co-Founder/Rainmaker, vAIsual
Tonia Osadebe, Senior Product Manager, Google
Tiffany Gilron, Director of Product Marketing, New Products, Shutterstock

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Join industry experts and innovators at our cutting-edge roundtable, where we explore the pivotal role of digital asset management (DAM) software in revolutionizing content operations. Unveil the future of DAM technology as we delve into the transformative power of generative AI and its potential to reshape the landscape of content creation, organization, and distribution.

Moderator:
Mark Milstein, Co-founder/Rainmaker, vAIsual

Speakers:
Misti Vogt, Chief of Staff, Orange Logic
Lara Guerard, Principle/Founder, Media Magnet Consulting
Wendy Walker, MAM Delivery & Support Coordinator, NEP Group
Jake Athey, VP, Sales and Go-To-Market, DAM and PIM, Acquia

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Sponsored by:
Acquia

Delve into the vital significance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the realm of licensed stock media. Our experts will explore the profound impact of DEI on shaping narratives and promoting a more inclusive visual culture, shedding light on the ways in which embracing DEI principles can revolutionize the world of licensed stock media.

Moderator:
Christina Vaughan, Founder at Cultura, President of CEPIC

Speakers:
DeSean Brown, Co-Founder, pocstock
Lori Rodney, Head of Global Communications, Shutterstock
Debbie Grossman, Group Manager, Strategic Business Development, Global Initiatives, Adobe Stock

Recorded:
October 23, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Hear from the Content Authenticity Initiative, IPTC and industry experts about safeguarding trust and truth in the digital age.

Moderator:
Leslie Hughes, President, DMLA

Speakers:
Andrew Kaback, Lead Product Manager, CAI
John Horodyski, Executive Director, Salt Flats
Pam Fisher, Executive Director, The Media Institute Chair, Video Metadata Standards Committee, IPTC

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

A session covering the tectonic shift of generative AI, and what it means for our industry.

Moderator:
Mark Milstein, Co-founder/Rainmaker, vAIsual

Speakers:
Eric Wengrowski, Founder, StegAI
Mikayel Khachatryan, CEO, Wirestock
Michael Francello, Director of Innovation, Shutterstock
Chip Schenck, Independent Consultant

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Our panel of working photojournalists share their powerful images while discussing the challenges facing visual journalists today.

Moderator:
Jonathan Wells, President, SIPA USA

Speakers: 
Ken Kobré, Photojournalist, Author
Paul Kuroda, Photojournalist
Skyler Greene, Photographer, Creative Director
Ethan Swope, Photojournalist, Documentary Filmmaker

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

This panel brings together four of the most respected names in the studio operations space to explore the transformative journey of photo studios, as they evolve through the strategic adoption of technology and streamlined processes.

Moderator:
Thomas Ladefoged, CEO, Pixelz

Speakers:
Alex Ashton, Managing Principle at I/D.W
Brad Malcolm, President and CEO, EyeQ
Kelly Elaine Garthwaite, Photo OperationsTeam Lead, Red Bull
Curren Calhoun, Director of Photo Production and Technology, Gap

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Industry experts and innovators from leading tech companies explore the latest advancements in video content recognition, recommendation algorithms, and user interface designs. Discover how artificial intelligence and machine learning are revolutionizing video search, making it more efficient, personalized, and engaging for users.

Moderator:
Mark Milstein, Co-founder/Rainmaker, vAIsual

Speakers: 
Mick Reed, Founder, MiMojo
Analisa Goodin, Founder & CEO, Catch & Release
Michael Liou, President, Corporate Strategy & Development, Chooch
Pam Fisher, Executive Director, The Media Institute Chair, Video Metadata Standards Committee, IPTC

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA

Hear from industry leaders about trends and new developments in content, licensing images for AI training, marketing, and other areas that directly impact your company’s revenues and bottom line.

Moderator:
Thomas Smith, Co-Founder/CEO, Gado Images

Speakers:
James Allsworth, Head of Content, Alamy
Chip Schenck, Data Strategist
Alina Volchek, General Manager, Depositphotos

Recorded:
October 24, 2023
San Francisco, CA, USA