Powering Representation, Inclusion & Innovation in Media
MPTS is the UK’s premier event for the media, broadcast, production and technology industries – and this year, we’re proud to partner once again to spotlight and support the incredible women shaping our sector.
Across the free-to-attend seminar programme, MPTS 2025 will feature more than 100 sessions and 350+ speakers, with influential female leaders from across production, post, tech, audio, AI and sport broadcasting taking to the stage to share their journeys, insights and expertise.
Together we’re committed to creating a more representative future in media – where opportunity, innovation and leadership are accessible to everyone.
Featured sessions and speakers include:
- Nikki Parsons, Series Director – Strictly Come Dancing (BBC)
- Kirsty Hanson, Senior Commissioning Executive, UKTV
- Helen Alexander, Managing Director, Formosa Group (UK)
- Sophie Hind, Managing Director, Sport Social Podcast Network
- Natascha Cadle, Creative Director, ENVY Post Production
- Dr Jodi Nelson-Tabor, Head of The Pixel Academy (UCA)
- Amanda Murphy, Professor of Creative Industries, Royal Holloway
- Ashleigh Davies, Head of Educational Programmes, Solid State Logic
- Amie Parker-Williams, Director of Digital Commissioning & Production, MTV Entertainment Group
- Robyn Winfield-Smith, Development Researcher, Tiger Aspect
Discover:
- 8 dedicated theatres covering every stage of broadcast and media
- 300+ exhibitors showcasing innovation from across the industry
- A vibrant, inclusive community of 12,000+ media professionals
We invite all Rise members, supporters and allies to join us at MPTS 2025 and be part of the conversation around creating a stronger, more inclusive media landscape.
Join us at the Rise stand in the Grand Hall, F10

Once again, our stand will be the buzzing hub for the Rise Community at MPTS, where you can:
See you soon!
Become a Rise Member
Membership to Rise is free and is open to everyone working across, or aspiring to work in, the broadcast and media technology sector.
As part of our community, you will be invited to all of our networking events / conferences / panels, as well as be asked to nominate your colleagues in our annual Rise Awards.
Each member is invited to apply for our annual Mentoring Programme and we are always looking for volunteers for our Rise Up Academy programme and for contributors to our reports too.
Please follow our social media channels for the most up to date and relevant news – we can’t wait to see you soon!