Future of Media Trends

A unique networking and intelligence opportunity for media leaders and executives

  • South Place Hotel, London
  • Invitation only
  • Why attend?
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Why attend?

Bringing together over 70 senior media technology professionals for a morning discussion and analysis of the year ahead.

The event will close with a fireside chat between Press Gazette’s editor-in-chief Dominic Ponsford and one of the UK’s top media leaders. 

Our previous two events have commenced with a panel discussion on revenue strategies and diversification tactics.

In April 2024, Press Gazette assembled a stellar panel of Chief Revenue Officers from Immediate Media, Mumsnet and Reach plc. They discussed the outlook and what strategies have worked for them. In October 2024, we were fortunate to be joined by leaders from The Telegraph, The Independent and the Spectator. The most recent event closed with a fireside chat with Substack's Farrah Storr.

This event is by invitation only, please register your interest or contact Donna Galbraith for more information.


Previous roundtable topics have included:

This event will be comprised of six roundtables which will rotate three times, allowing delegates to discuss three hot topics with their peers and industry experts.

  • How do you change your content strategy to drive more revenue? 

  • How do you future-proof your video strategy?

  • Cookieless 2024: Have you future-proofed your advertising strategy?
  • Self Service Advertising

  • What does successful revenue diversification look like and how can you put it into practice?


Please note: This event is by invitation only, contact Donna Galbraith for more information.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Richard Jamieson.

Featured Speakers

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Peter Barr Watson​

CTO, Independent News Media Ltd

Pete is the CTO for Independent News Media Ltd, encompassing The Independent, The Standard, Buzzfeed UK, Huffington Post UK and others. Previously at The Spectator, The British Medical Journal, Avaunt Magazine, and before that Microsoft and Creative Commons in the US. He is also an experienced NED and Advisor for organisations of all sizes.

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Joe Croney​

Chief Technology Officer, Arc XP

Joe Croney is the Chief Technology Officer of Arc XP, the Operating System for Media developed by The Washington Post. Since joining in 2022, Joe has led the teams driving Arc’s product strategy, software development, and technical operations.

An entrepreneurial leader at the intersection of technology, media, and business strategy, Joe brings more than two decades of experience building scalable platforms with exceptional developer experiences—leveraging big data, cloud computing, and AI.

Before Arc XP, Joe spent nine years at The Associated Press, where he led product development for ENPS, the world’s leading broadcast newsroom computer system. He began his career at Microsoft and has since been dedicated to advancing the role of technology in media innovation.

In 2024, Joe spearheaded a bold new product strategy for Arc XP, inspired by the belief in the “Power of storytelling to change the world.” This strategy embraces AI to enable hyper-personalized media experiences and support the sustainable growth of modern media organizations.

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    • 24 Apr 2025
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    South Place Hotel, London

    Filled with commissioned artwork and vibrant furnishings, this hip, upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from Moorgate tube station and 15 minutes' walk from St Paul's Cathedral.

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      3 South Pl, London EC2M 2AF

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      The venue is easily accessible by both National Rail and the London Underground

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