2006 Schedule of Events

By Appointment
Montagu

Being a first-timer at the History Congress can be an intimidating experience.

Who do you need to meet?
What sessions should you attend?
What are broadcasters looking for?
How do you tailor your pitch for maximum impact?

History 101 is designed to answer these questions, clear away the confusion and inspire you to make the most of the event. This informal welcome orientation session, led by Meg Villarreal, Director General of U.S. Independents, also includes some of the key players at the History Congress, and will provide coaching assistance and a question and answer session.

Advance sign-up is required at mtv@usindependents.com

Producers
Meg Villarreal, Director General - - U.S. Independents Inc.
Diana Ingraham, Managing Director - - U.S. Independents/SILVERDOCS

By Invitation
Montagu

In Partnership with:
Banff World Television Festival

No holds barred! A networking event exclusive to Commissioning Editors.

Before the pitches, the requests for meetings, the sessions and social events begin, Commissioning Editors are offered the chance to spend 90 minutes with their broadcasting peers. The goal of this session, open to broadcasters only, is to encourage co-production, collaboration and disscusion of strategies for the future.

Partner Introductions:
Jennifer Harkness, Director of Content - - World Congress of History Producers

Moderator
Alberta Nokes, Director of Documentary and Series Programming, Executive Producer - - VisionTV - an S-VOX company

Reception
Bryanston / Seymour / Devonshire

In Partnership with:
ITN Source

You are invited to join your fellow delegates for drinks, canapés and networking at our opening cocktail reception.

You may purchase one additional guest ticket to this event. Guest tickets are £45 each and are available on-site at the registration desk.

Partner Introductions:
Mark Tuban, Marketing Manager - - ITN Source

Dinner