Stephen Nuttall has been appointed as the new Chair of IBC’s Partnership Board. Made up of representatives from each of the six partner organisations which own IBC (IABM, IEEE, IET, RTS, SCTE and SMPTE), the IBC Partnership Board provides the governance and strategic oversight of IBC.
With the industry in a period of rapid and transformational changes powered by new tech innovation, Nuttall will provide the vital link between the IBC Board and the Executive Team, according to Mike Crimp, CEO, IBC.
He continued, “Our industry is in a period of rapid and transformational changes … and Stephen has a track record of clear strategic thinking coupled with commercial and operational success.
“His extensive experience in the complex environments of media and telecommunications will be extremely valuable as IBC and the industry it serves navigates the opportunities ahead.”
Nuttall has over 30 years’ leadership experience gained as a senior executive and consultant in the sports, media and digital industries at some of the world’s best pay-TV companies, online businesses and sports rights holders. His most recent consultancy work includes leading media production and distribution for the 36th and 37th editions of the America’s Cup and for Goodwood’s motorsports events.
“IBC is the premier event for the media and entertainment industry, and I’ve had the privilege of being a regular visitor and speaker for many years,” said Nuttall. “I’m very much looking forward to collaborating with the IBC team and partners to help the event’s ongoing success.
“Consistently relevant, the unique role that IBC plays within the constantly evolving media industry remains as vital today as ever."
IBC2025 is taking place at the RAI convention centre in Amsterdam from September 12-15.