Events Creative Operations Summit New York 2026 First Sessions

First Sessions Announced

We are delighted to announce the first sessions!

Brilliant Execution

What Drives Extraordinary Work

Why?

In today’s creative industry, teams have more tools and technology and manage greater complexity than ever before. Yet extraordinary work remains rare, even among talented teams.

Together, let’s explore ‘why?’ 

What truly drives brilliant execution, and why frameworks, tools, and processes alone cannot ‘create’.

Events Creative Operations Summit New York 2026

Dare to be Different at Creative Operations Summit New York 2026


Join Creative Operations, Creative Production, and Content Studio leaders in New York on June 16 for a day of practical insights, real-world case studies, and peer-led conversations focused on how modern creative teams are operating at scale.

This year, we’re celebrating those who question “how it’s always been done,” who turn friction into flow, and who prove that structure can fuel, not stifle, imagination.

Events Event Speaker Kelly Masumiya

I lead the Creative Operations team at Balsam Brands. My work is all about helping creative teams operate at their best by making things more efficient, scalable, and strategic. But to me, operational excellence isn’t just about systems and workflows—it’s also about building a culture of empathy and trust. I once surprised the Creative team with Halloween Trivia while dressed in a hot dog costume during our seasonal peak of peaks (photo available upon request). When people feel seen and connected, the work elevates and gets faster – even better if you can give them a moment to laugh.

Events DAM New York 2025 We’ve all Heard it – People, Process, and Technology – but What Does it Really Mean When it Comes to Building a Strong, Sustainable DAM Strategy?

We’ve all Heard it – People, Process, and Technology – but What Does it Really Mean When it Comes to Building a Strong, Sustainable DAM Strategy?

The panel members discuss the relative merits of common responses and share practical ways to bring teams together, streamline workflows, and choose the right tools that support identified goals - not complicate them.

Panel advice:

Events DAM New York 2025 New website … Now What? Leveraging DAM to Engage and Connect with Visitors

Leveraging DAM to Engage and Connect with Visitors

Background:

Following the relaunch of the National Gallery of Art website, we asked: How can our teams work even closer together to continue creating engaging digital experiences for in-person and online visitors?

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., the National Gallery of Art houses an internationally recognized collection and welcomes nearly five million visitors annually, engaging even more people online.

Covering:

Events DAM New York 2025 The HIVE at 10: World Wildlife Fund's (WWF’s) Challenges in Managing and Mobilizing Visual Assets for Planetary Protection

The HIVE at 10: World Wildlife Fund's (WWF’s) Challenges in Managing and Mobilizing Visual Assets for Planetary Protection

Originally developed to centralize and safeguard high-quality photo and video assets, WWF’s digital asset management platform - the HIVE - has had 10 years of enormous growth, adaption, and strategic alignment with the ever-changing needs of an expanding nonprofit global organization. 

Events DAM New York 2025 Global DAM: Lessons from the Trenches

Global DAM: Lessons from the Trenches

A high-level conversation with DAM leaders from three global enterprises, each representing a different phase of their DAM evolution

From early-stage implementation to mid-journey scaling and advanced maturity, the leaders share firsthand experiences, challenges, and solutions that are shaping their organizations' DAM strategies.

Including: