MIP LONDON has unveiled the full programme for its Kids & Teens Summit, a half-day session dedicated to the evolving landscape of children’s and teen content. The summit will take place on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, from 09:00–12:00 in The Savoy’s Lancaster Ballroom, as part of the second edition of the international TV and streaming content market running 22–24 February 2026.
The summit will bring together senior leaders from production, distribution, platforms, gaming, and the Creator Economy, exploring how IP is emerging, financed, and sustained in a rapidly evolving global market. The event will feature market insights, expert panels, and structured networking, moderated by Jo Redfern, Owner of Futrhood Media.
Key Highlights of the Kids & Teens Summit
- BBC & YouTube Partnership Panel:
A discussion on expanding Public Service Media on YouTube, featuring:
• Mairi Brewis, Head of YouTube Media Partnerships UK
• Patricia Hidalgo, Director of Children’s & Education, BBC - Insight & Data Presentations:
Exclusive market intelligence on viewing behaviours, platform usage, and commissioning strategies across children’s and teen content, presented by:
• Cyrine Amor, Research Manager, Commissioning, Ampere Analysis
• Candice Alessandra, International Research Director, Glance - State of the Industry Discussion:
Senior executives from broadcast, distribution, production, and gaming sectors will discuss adaptation, resilience, and future opportunities, featuring:
• Patricia Hidalgo, Director of Children’s & Education, BBC
• Delphine Dumont, Chief Commercial Officer, Banijay Kids & Family
• Raphaël Séjourné, Founder & Producer, Salgoss Productions
• Marcus Holmström, Executive Chairman, The Gang - Funding, Monetisation & Sustainable Business Models:
Focused session led by John Reynolds, Founder, Flip Side Media, with speakers:
• Helen Howells, Joint Managing Director, Hoho Entertainment
• Nico Lockhart, Managing Director, TeamFalco
• Jiella Esmat, CEO, 8 Lions Entertainment
• Lionel Marty, Managing Director & Co-Founder, Madgic Distribution / Zephyr Animation - Roblox & Immersive IP Session:
Exploring the potential of IP in immersive environments, led by Andrew Bereza, Director of Business Development, Twin Atlas
Structured Networking
The summit will feature a speed-matchmaking session connecting buyers, producers, platforms, and distributors. Confirmed table leads include:
• Brenda Maffucci, Chief of Co-Productions, Licensing and Sales, Warner Bros. Discovery
• Delphine Dumont, Chief Commercial Officer, Banijay Kids & Family
• Doreen Spicer, Co-Founder, Kavaleer Productions
• Iginio Straffi, Founder & CEO, Rainbow
• Claudia Scott-Hansen, CEO, TVNation
• Lucy Reeder, Head of Acquisitions, Kidstream
• Patricia Hidalgo, Director of Children’s & Education, BBC
• Roberto Mitrani, Managing Director, De Agostini Editore
Additional MIP LONDON 2026 Highlights
The Kids & Teens Summit complements the Creator Economy programme, featuring:
• Keynotes on Sidemen Productions with Victor Bengtsson, CEO, Sidemen Entertainment, and Adam Cohen, Head of Sidemen Productions
• Insights from media cartographer Evan Shapiro on the future of global content
• Market-first Attention Economy Leadership Lunch with Adam Cunningham, Chief Strategy Officer, Allied Global Marketing
• Expert-led roundtable on sustainable Creator-led content growth, in partnership with We Are Era
MIP LONDON 2026 continues to attract top global players, with over 1,500 delegates, including 650+ international buyers from Amazon Prime Video, AMC Networks, Apple TV+, BBC, Channel 4, Disney+, Globo, HBO Max, ITV, Netflix, Paramount+, and more, alongside representation from telecoms, manufacturing, and publishing sectors.
The summit promises invaluable insights into children’s and teen content, monetisation strategies, and the evolving creator-led economy, making it a must-attend for global content leaders and innovators.
