Stand out with FT Live

Business of Entertainment Summit: where creativity meets business

Now in its third year, the summit has established itself as a key meeting point for senior leaders shaping the future of the global entertainment industry.

The summit in numbers:

The premier gathering of global entertainment leaders

The FT Business of Entertainment Summit convenes the executives, investors and innovators driving the next era of the entertainment business. As the industry navigates AI, streaming consolidation, geopolitical change, evolving business models and shifting consumer behaviour, the summit provides a trusted forum for strategic discussion, high-value networking and meaningful commercial connections.

As a partner, you will go beyond traditional brand visibility to engage directly with influential decision-makers across entertainment, media, technology and investment.

The summit provides a platform to demonstrate expertise, contribute to important industry conversations and strengthen your position where creativity, technology and business converge.

Why do so many prestigious brands choose to sponsor FT Live events?

Executive connections

Rich engagement with large numbers of industry decision-makers through interactive workshops and networking

Brand amplification

Position your brand alongside leading players in the entertainment industry

Thought leadership

Share your views with industry executives through a range of panel discussions and keynotes

Product Placement

Showcase your latest, innovative solutions to help the industry overcome its toughest challenges

Global Media Access

Benefit from a marketing campaign that reaches a global audience of over 100,000 entertainment industry professionals

Lead Generation and ROI

Generate qualified targeted leads and build relationships with established industry leaders from around the world

How we can help achieve your objectives

Get involved in the main summit

Partner with FT Live to position your brand at the heart of global entertainment conversations. Elevate your narrative, showcase leadership, and connect directly with senior decision-makers across film, TV, streaming, music, gaming, sports, media and investment.

Key strategic partnership opportunities at the summit:

• Thought Leadership
  Keynote interviews and curated sessions at the summit
• Editorial Dialogue
  High-impact panel discussions
• Closed-Door Sessions
  Bespoke private workshops with a tailored attendee list

Partner with the FT on your bespoke event

By combining FT journalism with your brand, we create high-impact narratives that engage influential entertainment audiences. Align with the FT’s global reputation to demonstrate expertise, support industry dialogue, and connect with key decision-makers shaping the sector’s future.

Key standalone partnership opportunities around the year:

• Virtual or in-person briefings and content-led discussions
• Executive dinners and drink receptions
• Intimate, private roundtables

Get in touch with our team

Get in touch to discuss a partnership option that works for you and your business objectives and get in front of the most influential companies in the entertainment industry today.

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