The 2025 NAB Show, the premier global event for broadcast, media and entertainment professionals, returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center from April 5-9, with Exhibits running April 6-9. As the ultimate destination for industry leaders, NAB Show provides unparalleled insights, tools and technologies – including highly interactive demonstrations, discussions and hands-on learning opportunities – to empower storytelling. With an expected 63,000 attendees from over 160 countries, including a growing number of first-time participants, the event will feature 1,150+ Exhibitors across 670,000 sq. ft., showcasing the latest innovations in AI, streaming, sports broadcasting, cloud virtualization and the creator economy.
New for 2025, NAB Show introduces the Business of Entertainment track produced in partnership with The Ankler, the Sports Summit: The Future of Sports Rights and Fan Experience and the AI Innovation Pavilion, where cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions take center stage. PropelME’s Startup Stage will connect emerging companies with investors, while CineCentral expands its hands-on workshops for filmmakers. Additional highlights include the news Sports Business Hub, AWS F1 simulators and the prestigious Product and new Project of the Year Awards. With more than 550 sessions led by hundreds of speakers NAB Show remains the industry’s leading platform for knowledge-sharing, networking and the discovery of groundbreaking advancements shaping the future of media.
Panel Highlight
From Indie Budgets to Blockbuster Deals: Unlocking Global Tax Incentives & Rebates
Sunday, April 6 • 12:05 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. PDT
From Hollywood to Europe to emerging markets, governments worldwide offer lucrative tax incentives, rebates, and funding programs to attract film, TV, and digital content production. But with varying eligibility requirements, application processes, and hidden fine print, how can producers and studios get the most bang for their buck? This panel brings together industry experts, financial strategists, and policy advisors to break down the best local and international tax deals, highlighting which countries and states offer the biggest returns and how to structure productions for maximum savings. Whether you’re working with a tight indie budget or a multimillion-dollar blockbuster, this session will provide insider insights on where to shoot, how to save, and how to stretch every dollar while keeping quality high in an ever-changing entertainment finance landscape.
Speaker: Joseph Chianese, SVP & Practice Leader, Production Incentives, Entertainment Partners