Netflix Scripted Series Head Jinny Howe Set as Keynote Speaker at Banff World Media Festival

Apr 23, 2026 2:32pm PT Netflix Scripted Series Head Jinny Howe Set as Keynote Speaker at Banff World Media Festival

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Netflix exec Jinny Howe, who assumed the role as head of U.S. and Canada scripted series in August, has been added to this year’s Banff World Media Festival as the year’s first confirmed keynote speaker. The Banff Summit Series is a part of the 47th annual Banff World Media Festival, which this year takes place from June 14 to June 17 at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada.

“Jinny Howe’s leadership is helping to shape the stories audiences around the world are watching,” said Bell Media president Sean Cohan, who is also Banff’s chair of the board of directors. “Her work exemplifies the creativity, innovation, and global perspective that define this festival, and we look forward to attendees hearing her insights firsthand.”

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