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Cinema has the power to travel, and few storytellers do it with more conviction than Mohamed Diab. In this session, he explores how Arab filmmakers can create stories that are both deeply local and universally human. From Cairo to Hollywood, Diab shares his creative philosophy on crafting films that challenge perception, carry cultural weight, and speak a language that transcends borders.
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- Creator Economy Fireside 9 December 11:50AM - 12:10PM
Gen Z, Gen Give: Philanthropy Through Youth and Story
Generation Z is reshaping philanthropy, blending personal storytelling with the reach of digital platforms to drive meaningful change. Rather than relying solely on donations, they use tools like TikTok and Instagram to amplify causes, build communities, and spark grassroots action. How might this shift toward participatory and transparent giving redefine the future of social impact?
Impact Stage - Creator Economy Fireside 9 December 4:20 - 4:40PM
Creators as the New Broadcasters
Alan Chikin Chow turned 60-second sketches into a 94-million-strong global community. His rise captures the next chapter of the creator economy, where authenticity fuels scale, and fandoms evolve into ecosysteAs creators become studios and storytellers become brands, what does it take to build influence that lasts beyond the algorithm?
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- Technology Keynote 10 December 12:35 - 12:45PM
The New Language of Work is Visual
In a world where everyone is a storyteller, from marketers and founders to educators and finance teams, communication has shifted. In this keynote, Canva’s Head of EMEA, Duncan Clark, explores how the rise of creator culture, AI, and visual-first platforms has reshaped the way we work, collaborate, and tell stories. From TikToks to team updates, from brand storytelling to business decks, visual content powered by AI is now at the heart of how we work.
Forum Stage - Gaming Fireside 8 December 5:10 - 5:25PM
From Melodies to Multiplayers
As Imagine Dragons’ longtime manager, Mac Reynolds has helped build one of the world’s most successful music brands. Now, he and his brother Dan Reynolds, the band’s frontman, are channeling that same creative and business savvy into gaming with Night Street Games and recently launched the beta of Last Flag, a multiplayer game. In this chat, Mac shares how he made the leap into interactive IP and explores where the worlds of music and gaming intersect, overlap, and diverge.
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Bridging Cultures Through K-Pop
As President of HYBE x Geffen, Mitra Darab is leading one of the most ambitious cultural collaborations in modern music—bringing the precision and innovation of K-pop to a global audience. In this spotlight conversation, she reflects on her journey from working with icons like Madonna and Tom Petty to building HYBE America, where artistry meets global strategy. Through her lens, we explore how the HYBE model—rooted in creativity, discipline, and community—is redefining what it means to launch and sustain worldwide superstars.
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