The dizzying blur of new technologies and products that are today redefining the production industry are a reminder that, finally, the 21st-century has arrived for producers and their audiences. And, more importantly, what lies on the technological near horizon is a further reminder that the telecommunications technologies of the past decade are coming home to roost at lightning speed.
From WiMAX to 3D HD to gigabit fiber networks, today’s producers need to understand the new networks that are developing, and the technologies that enable content distribution for what will become your granddaughter’s MTV. Find out the latest global technology trends that will impact the production industry and how you can prepare yourself for the next media distribution platforms.
A conversation featuring:
Jack Grubman, Managing Member, Magee Group, LLC
Mr. Grubman formed Magee Group, LLC in 2003, and began business operations in 2004, providing strategic consulting for telecom and technology companies, especially focusing on those companies developing enabling applications/technologies in the IP, wireless, broadband and next generation network areas. Magee Group provides advisory services on business development, technology focus and product planning, and strategic positioning for early stage companies developing products for the carrier and enterprise-end markets.
Mr. Grubman worked on Wall Street from 1985-2002. He joined PaineWebber in 1985, as a telecommunications equity analyst and then joined Salomon Brothers in 1994, as their telecommunications equity analyst, with Salomon becoming Salomon Smith Barney in 1998 and eventually becoming part of Citigroup. He was a Managing Director at both PaineWebber and Salomon/SSB and was Head of Global Telecommunications Research at SSB.
Grubman received a BA in Mathematics from Boston University in 1975 and an MS in Mathematical Statistics from Columbia University in 1977. He worked at AT&T from 1977 to 1985, first in AT&T Long Lines (’77-’82) doing econometric modeling for demand analysis and network construction projects as well as engineering and cost analysis for regulatory filings. From 1982 through 1985, Mr. Grubman worked at AT&T Corporate, first working on divestiture planning then on business and strategic planning for the post-divestiture AT&T.
Jeff Dachis, Chairman/CEO and Managing Partner, Bond Art and Science, LLC, www.bondartscience.com; Chairman/CEO of Studio Holdings, LLC; Former Co-Founder, Chairman/CEO of Razorfish, Inc.
Jeff’s leadership and vision helped establish the digital services industry more than a decade ago, and he brings to his new firm, Bond Art & Science, an unmatched mix of experience, passion and skill. Jeff’s recent work has been focused on running Studio Holdings, which manages a range of investments and online entertainment properties.
Previously, as Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO of Razorfish, Jeff grew the company from 2 to 2,500 employees with 15 offices in 9 countries; increased revenue 54,000% during 23 consecutive quarters of profitable growth; and led an IPO that raised $55m and 25 mergers/acquisitions/buyouts over a five-year period. He is Co-Chair of the Producer’s Guild of America New Media Council East, and a frequent lecturer and speaker, with appearances on CNBC, CNN, 20/20 and 60 Minutes among others. His honors include Ernst&Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year and Crain’s 40 Under 40.
