MIAMI, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Registration is officially open for The Hospitality Show, taking place November 2–4, 2026 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida.

Produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), The Hospitality Show brings together hotel owners, operators, management companies, franchisees, and hospitality leaders for three days focused on operating hotels more efficiently and profitably.

“The Hospitality Show is the only event bringing together the entire hotel ecosystem with a dedicated focus on the business of operating hotels,” said Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO, AHLA. “At a time of rapid change across hospitality, this has become one of the industry’s most important events for decision-makers looking to gain insights, build partnerships, and maximize hotel operations.”

The 2026 conference program will feature some of hospitality’s most influential leaders discussing the forces shaping the future of the industry — from brand-owner dynamics and labor pressures to new insights into guest expectations, case studies in operational excellence, best practices in implementing AI-powered technology, and experiential demand drivers.

Featured speakers on the Visionary Stage, hosting top industry leaders, include:

• Chris Nassetta, President & CEO, Hilton, in conversation on leading a global hotel company through unprecedented industry change
• Thom Geshay, President & CEO, Davidson Hospitality Group, providing a unique perspective on leading successful hotels while moderating the conversation with President & CEO, Hilton, Chris Nassetta
• Duncan Wardle, Former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Marvel, and Disney Parks, sharing how hotels can use creativity, storytelling, and immersive experiences to transform guest engagement
• Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Group Chief Strategy Officer of Accor, will share insights on how strategic partnerships are evolving beyond traditional sponsorships to help hospitality brands connect with new audiences and drive demand.

“The Hospitality Show was built for the people running hospitality every day,” said Alexi Khajavi, Group President, Hospitality & Operational Real Estate, Questex. “As the industry continues to evolve rapidly, hospitality leaders are looking for smarter ways to optimize time, revenue, guest experience, operational efficiency, technology, and workforce strategy. The Hospitality Show brings those conversations, solutions, and connections together in one place.”

New for 2026, The Hospitality Show is introducing several onsite experience enhancements designed to help attendees navigate the event more efficiently and maximize their time onsite, including:

• Six Solution-Driven Pavilions: Dedicated expo floor areas for Design, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Hospitality Services & Strategy, Technology, and Operations
• New Pavilion Lounges: Focused networking spaces designed for more intentional business conversations across key hospitality sectors
• One Center Stage: A centralized stage bringing together the industry’s biggest operational trends, insights, and thought leadership sessions in one location

Featured 2026 sponsors include: 365 Retail Markets, Ace Parking, Actabl, Avendra International, Best Western International, Chobani, Cintas, Curve Hospitality, DIRECTV, Ecolab, Entegra, Ephoca, Foodbuy Hospitality, Guestworldwide, A Sysco Company, HD Supply, LG Electronics, L’Occitane, Nespresso Professional, Oracle, Plainscraft, Procter & Gamble Professional, Silverock Hospitality, Skechers, TPV-USA (Philips Professional), Transworld Services, Unilever, VSR Cloud Communications, and WorldVue Connect.

Best value registration rates are now open through July 6, 2026. For more information on how to sponsor or register, visit the hospitalityshow.com

About The Hospitality Show
The Hospitality Show is an event for the entire hospitality ecosystem with one goal: operating hotels more efficiently. Produced by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex, the event brings together top industry leaders, senior executives of hotel brands, owners, operators, management companies, procurement specialists, and their teams. The Hospitality Show 2026 takes place November 2-4, at the Miami Beach Convention Cetner in Miami, FL.

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

About AHLA
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all segments of the industry nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels, and the 16 largest hotel companies in the U.S. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to move the industry forward. Learn more at ahla.com

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Anime Streaming Leader Recognized for Building One of Entertainment’s Most Passionate Global Fan Communities

StreamTV Marketers Summit is Part of Questex’s StreamTV Show

DENVER, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s StreamTV Show 2026 and the StreamTV Marketers Summit today announces global anime brand Crunchyroll will be honored as “Brand of the Year” at the inaugural StreamTV Marketers Summit, taking place June 16 at StreamTV Show in Denver.

The award recognizes Crunchyroll’s leadership in building one of the most successful and culturally influential streaming brands in entertainment, transforming anime into a global mainstream phenomenon powered by fandom, community and passionate audience engagement.

“Crunchyroll has built one of the most passionate and engaged fan communities anywhere in media,” said Jonathan Verk, Chair of the StreamTV Marketers Summit and founder and CEO of Social Department. “As streaming platforms increasingly compete for relevance and audience loyalty, Crunchyroll has emerged as a defining example of an entertainment brand whose cultural reach extends across every conceivable marketing channel. They represent exactly the kind of innovative audience-first marketing leadership this award was created to celebrate.”

“For fans, anime is more than entertainment – it’s a powerful force that shapes emotional expression, identity, lifestyle, and worldview,” said Scott Donaton, SVP of Brand and Community, Crunchyroll. “We’re honored to accept StreamTV’s Brand of the Year Award and are so grateful to be serving such a passionate global fan community.”

The StreamTV Marketers Summit is the streaming industry’s first executive-level event dedicated entirely to the marketing leaders shaping how content is discovered, brands are built and fandoms are cultivated across the streaming ecosystem. Produced by StreamTV Show in partnership with Social Department, the Summit brings together senior executives from across streaming, entertainment, advertising and technology for conversations around audience growth, retention, AI integration, content discovery and brand strategy.

About Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans’ love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. Crunchyroll has the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll—whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex Inc., a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.

About StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show is the streaming industry’s largest annual event, bringing together leaders across streaming, advertising, content and technology for four days of insights, networking and business opportunities. Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV Show is where the business of streaming comes together.

Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
StreamTV Show
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With expanded summits, nearly double the Market Floor participation, 230+ speakers, Flo Rida, AI-powered networking, and a week of industry experiences, StreamTV Show returns June 16–19 for its most anticipated event to date

DENVER, June 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In just a few short weeks, the streaming industry will gather in Denver for what is shaping up to be the largest and most immersive StreamTV Show in the event’s history. Taking place June 16–19 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Questex’s StreamTV Show 2026 will bring together executives, content leaders, advertisers, technology providers, distributors, sports media companies, and innovators for four days of education, networking, deal-making, and industry-defining experiences.

As the streaming marketplace continues to evolve, StreamTV Show has expanded across every facet of the attendee experience—with more educational content, more industry summits, a significantly expanded Market Floor, and a larger lineup of networking events and experiential activations designed to bring the industry together.

“StreamTV Show has evolved into one of the streaming industry’s most important gathering places,” said Kevin Gray, Founder of StreamTV Show and VP, Questex. “It’s where the streaming ecosystem comes together to exchange ideas, build relationships, discover new opportunities, and experience firsthand where the industry is headed next.”

Industry-Leading Education and New Conversations

This year’s program features more than 230 speakers representing every corner of the streaming ecosystem, from content and advertising to technology, sports, monetization, audience growth, and platform innovation.

The event will also host multiple co-located industry summits, including:

• Evan Shapiro’s Media Universe Summit, exploring the forces reshaping media, fandom, and audience behavior
• TVREV Summit, featuring analyst-driven discussions on the trends transforming television and streaming
• StreamTV Marketers Summit, focused on audience growth, engagement, customer acquisition, and brand strategy

Together, these programs provide attendees with direct access to the executives, innovators, creators, and thought leaders driving the future of streaming.

Largest Market Floor in Event History

The 2026 event will feature the largest Market Floor in StreamTV Show history, with nearly double the number of sponsors and participating companies compared to previous editions.

The expanded footprint includes larger activations, dedicated meeting environments, interactive demonstrations, immersive experiences, and expanded opportunities for business development across the streaming ecosystem.

Leading companies from across content, advertising, technology, measurement, distribution, FAST, and connected TV will be onsite, creating one of the most comprehensive gatherings of streaming decision-makers anywhere in the industry.

Among the largest activations will be Cineverse and Matchpoint’s immersive streaming ecosystem showcase, alongside expanded presences from many of the industry’s most influential brands.

More Than a Conference: A Week of Industry Experiences

As demand grows for meaningful in-person connection, StreamTV Show 2026 is expanding its experiential programming with a full week of networking events, activations, receptions, wellness experiences, and industry gatherings designed to bring the streaming ecosystem together.

The week begins with The StreamTV Open, presented by Roku, where attendees can network with industry leaders on the golf course before the event officially begins.

Throughout the week, attendees can connect at signature events including StreamTV Park, presented by Wurl, featuring outdoor networking, music, games, food, and drinks under the Colorado sky; Cocktails with Cineverse, hosted by Cineverse and Matchpoint; and StreamTV After Hours, presented by Xumo.

For attendees of Evan Shapiro’s Media Universe Summit, the exclusive Outdoor Odyssey Reception, presented by Merzigo, offers an intimate setting for media leaders to continue conversations beyond the summit stage.

Additional networking experiences include the Women at the Helm Networking Breakfast, presented by STARZ, interactive Breakfast TableTalks: AI & The New Attention Economy, executive dinners, hosted receptions, VIP experiences, and StreamTV Connect.

Attendees can also recharge and connect at a variety of unique activations throughout the week, including the Circle Bar, presented by DIRECTV, serving as the event’s central gathering spot for coffee, cocktails, live sports, and spontaneous meetings; the Fastly Headshot Lounge, offering complimentary professional headshots; and the Fastly Margarita Bar, providing a networking destination directly on the Market Floor.

Returning fan-favorite experiences include morning Goat Yoga, one of StreamTV Show’s most talked-about traditions, and World Cup Watch Parties, hosted by Dolby OptiView, where attendees can gather to watch international competition alongside fellow streaming executives.

Flo Rida Headlines The Big Bash and StreamTV Awards

One of the week’s most anticipated moments will be The Big Bash, presented by Frequency. The annual celebration will feature the presentation of the 2026 StreamTV Awards, recognizing innovation and leadership across the streaming ecosystem, followed by a live performance from global music star Flo Rida.

Bringing together attendees, speakers, sponsors, and industry executives, The Big Bash has become one of StreamTV Show’s signature experiences and a highlight of the industry’s social calendar. Additional activations at the Big Bash include Mia Asano performance presented by concerto.tv, Photo Booth and Champagne Wall presented by Stingray, and Popcorn by Seedtag.

Where Business Meets Community

Whether attendees are attending a summit, exploring the expanded Market Floor, networking at StreamTV Park, participating in AI-powered matchmaking, gathering at Circle Bar, celebrating at The Big Bash, joining morning Goat Yoga, refreshing their professional headshot, watching the World Cup with colleagues, or making new connections over cocktails, StreamTV Show 2026 offers more opportunities than ever to learn, connect, and do business.

The result is an event experience that extends far beyond the session rooms—creating the conversations, partnerships, and unexpected moments that continue long after the week ends.

“The streaming industry moves fast,” added Gray. “Our goal is to create an environment where attendees can not only stay ahead of what’s next, but build the relationships and partnerships that help shape the future. That’s what StreamTV Show is all about.”

StreamTV Show 2026 takes place June 16–19 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

Where the Streaming Industry Comes Together

StreamTV Show 2026 will bring together thousands of executives across streaming, advertising, sports, content, platforms, and technology for four days of strategy, networking, and business-driving conversations shaping the future of media.

Attendee Registration: Register here.
Press registration: Available here.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting? Contact our sales team.

Stay in the loop: Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.

About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a market and expo – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.

Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry’s largest annual event. For more information, visit http://www.streamtvshow.com. The StreamTV Show is supported by the event’s official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry’s daily monitor. For more information, visit https://www.streamtvinsider.com.

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
StreamTV Show
csoucy@questex.com

With expanded summits, nearly double the Market Floor participation, 230+ speakers, Flo Rida, AI-powered networking, and a week of industry experiences, StreamTV Show returns June 16–19 for its most anticipated event to date

DENVER, June 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In just a few short weeks, the streaming industry will gather in Denver for what is shaping up to be the largest and most immersive StreamTV Show in the event’s history. Taking place June 16–19 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, Questex’s StreamTV Show 2026 will bring together executives, content leaders, advertisers, technology providers, distributors, sports media companies, and innovators for four days of education, networking, deal-making, and industry-defining experiences.

As the streaming marketplace continues to evolve, StreamTV Show has expanded across every facet of the attendee experience—with more educational content, more industry summits, a significantly expanded Market Floor, and a larger lineup of networking events and experiential activations designed to bring the industry together.

“StreamTV Show has evolved into one of the streaming industry’s most important gathering places,” said Kevin Gray, Founder of StreamTV Show and VP, Questex. “It’s where the streaming ecosystem comes together to exchange ideas, build relationships, discover new opportunities, and experience firsthand where the industry is headed next.”

Industry-Leading Education and New Conversations

This year’s program features more than 230 speakers representing every corner of the streaming ecosystem, from content and advertising to technology, sports, monetization, audience growth, and platform innovation.

The event will also host multiple co-located industry summits, including:

• Evan Shapiro’s Media Universe Summit, exploring the forces reshaping media, fandom, and audience behavior
• TVREV Summit, featuring analyst-driven discussions on the trends transforming television and streaming
• StreamTV Marketers Summit, focused on audience growth, engagement, customer acquisition, and brand strategy

Together, these programs provide attendees with direct access to the executives, innovators, creators, and thought leaders driving the future of streaming.

Largest Market Floor in Event History

The 2026 event will feature the largest Market Floor in StreamTV Show history, with nearly double the number of sponsors and participating companies compared to previous editions.

The expanded footprint includes larger activations, dedicated meeting environments, interactive demonstrations, immersive experiences, and expanded opportunities for business development across the streaming ecosystem.

Leading companies from across content, advertising, technology, measurement, distribution, FAST, and connected TV will be onsite, creating one of the most comprehensive gatherings of streaming decision-makers anywhere in the industry.

Among the largest activations will be Cineverse and Matchpoint’s immersive streaming ecosystem showcase, alongside expanded presences from many of the industry’s most influential brands.

More Than a Conference: A Week of Industry Experiences

As demand grows for meaningful in-person connection, StreamTV Show 2026 is expanding its experiential programming with a full week of networking events, activations, receptions, wellness experiences, and industry gatherings designed to bring the streaming ecosystem together.

The week begins with The StreamTV Open, presented by Roku, where attendees can network with industry leaders on the golf course before the event officially begins.

Throughout the week, attendees can connect at signature events including StreamTV Park, presented by Wurl, featuring outdoor networking, music, games, food, and drinks under the Colorado sky; Cocktails with Cineverse, hosted by Cineverse and Matchpoint; and StreamTV After Hours, presented by Xumo.

For attendees of Evan Shapiro’s Media Universe Summit, the exclusive Outdoor Odyssey Reception, presented by Merzigo, offers an intimate setting for media leaders to continue conversations beyond the summit stage.

Additional networking experiences include the Women at the Helm Networking Breakfast, presented by STARZ, interactive Breakfast TableTalks: AI & The New Attention Economy, executive dinners, hosted receptions, VIP experiences, and StreamTV Connect.

Attendees can also recharge and connect at a variety of unique activations throughout the week, including the Circle Bar, presented by DIRECTV, serving as the event’s central gathering spot for coffee, cocktails, live sports, and spontaneous meetings; the Fastly Headshot Lounge, offering complimentary professional headshots; and the Fastly Margarita Bar, providing a networking destination directly on the Market Floor.

Returning fan-favorite experiences include morning Goat Yoga, one of StreamTV Show’s most talked-about traditions, and World Cup Watch Parties, hosted by Dolby OptiView, where attendees can gather to watch international competition alongside fellow streaming executives.

Flo Rida Headlines The Big Bash and StreamTV Awards

One of the week’s most anticipated moments will be The Big Bash, presented by Frequency. The annual celebration will feature the presentation of the 2026 StreamTV Awards, recognizing innovation and leadership across the streaming ecosystem, followed by a live performance from global music star Flo Rida.

Bringing together attendees, speakers, sponsors, and industry executives, The Big Bash has become one of StreamTV Show’s signature experiences and a highlight of the industry’s social calendar. Additional activations at the Big Bash include Mia Asano performance presented by concerto.tv, Photo Booth and Champagne Wall presented by Stingray, and Popcorn by Seedtag.

Where Business Meets Community

Whether attendees are attending a summit, exploring the expanded Market Floor, networking at StreamTV Park, participating in AI-powered matchmaking, gathering at Circle Bar, celebrating at The Big Bash, joining morning Goat Yoga, refreshing their professional headshot, watching the World Cup with colleagues, or making new connections over cocktails, StreamTV Show 2026 offers more opportunities than ever to learn, connect, and do business.

The result is an event experience that extends far beyond the session rooms—creating the conversations, partnerships, and unexpected moments that continue long after the week ends.

“The streaming industry moves fast,” added Gray. “Our goal is to create an environment where attendees can not only stay ahead of what’s next, but build the relationships and partnerships that help shape the future. That’s what StreamTV Show is all about.”

StreamTV Show 2026 takes place June 16–19 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

Where the Streaming Industry Comes Together

StreamTV Show 2026 will bring together thousands of executives across streaming, advertising, sports, content, platforms, and technology for four days of strategy, networking, and business-driving conversations shaping the future of media.

Attendee Registration: Register here.
Press registration: Available here.
Interested in sponsoring or exhibiting? Contact our sales team.

Stay in the loop: Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.

About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a market and expo – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.

Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry’s largest annual event. For more information, visit https://www.streamtvshow.com. The StreamTV Show is supported by the event’s official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry’s daily monitor. For more information, visit https://www.streamtvinsider.com.

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
StreamTV Show
csoucy@questex.com