The highly awaited BRIDGE Summit 2025 is the largest debut media, content, and entertainment event. Now, it has revealed its first wave of more than 400 international speakers. Hence, it marks a transformative moment for the global creative economy.
The event will take place from the 8th of December to the 10th of December 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). However, it is the summit that will reunite the most influential creators, innovators, and thought leaders under one roof in the world.
A Global Gathering of Visionaries
The inaugural icons will feature the following global icons:
- Wyclef Jean
- Sir Martin Sorrell
- Nancy Gibbs
- Joanna Coles
- Anthony Scaramucci
- Ferial Haffajee
- David A. Unger
- Alex Mashrabov
- Carole House
- Chris Pang
- Erin Relford
- Danny Cortenraede
- Anu Duggal
- Prof. Robert G
- Picard
- Neil Mandt
They are the figures who have shaped the future of storytelling, media innovation, and the creator economy. Moreover, these names show the diverse reach of the summit, including journalism, entertainment, music, film, marketing, technology, and artificial intelligence.
BRIDGE Summit 2025: The Largest-Ever Creative Industry Event
The summit promises to transform the ADNEC into a vibrant ecosystem of creativity and collaboration because the venue covers over 1.65 million square feet. The three-day event will bring together the following elements:
- 60,000+ participants
- 300 exhibitors and activations
- 200 talks and panels
- 50 interactive workshops
The summit will offer a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, talent discovery, and networking on a global scale, from industry experts to emerging creators.
Seven Tracks Shaping the Future of Content
The agenda of the summit is structured around 7 thematic tracks. Moreover, each of them addresses an important segment of the content and media industry. The following is the list of those tracks:
- Media Track: It will feature thought leaders like Nancy Gibbs (Harvard’s Shorenstein Center), Ferial Haffajee (Daily Maverick), Prof. Robert G. Picard (Oxford Reuters Institute), and Joanna Coles (The Daily Beast).
- Creator Economy Track: It will showcase the entrepreneurial power of creators such as Douglas Kendyson (Selar), David Page (Viewture), and Danny Cortenraede (InStudio Ventures).
- Music Track: Wyclef Jean and David A. Unger (Artist International Group) will headline this track.
- Picture Track: This will highlight creative visionaries like Chris Pang (Crazy Rich Asians) and Adel Adeeb (Egyptian filmmaker).
- Tech & AI Track: It will feature Alex Mashrabov (Higgsfield AI) and Erin Relford (Google).
- Marketing Track: Sir Martin Sorrell (S4 Capital), Katie Carroll (LinkedIn), and Joe Marchese (Human Ventures) will lead this track.
Spotlight on Innovation and Collaboration
BRIDGE Summit 2025 is set to go beyond traditional conferences, offering 300 interactive activations that bridge media, entertainment, and technology. Additionally, the summit is designed to immerse attendees in the process of content creation, featuring live performances and an AI-driven storytelling experience.
On top of that, organisers have confirmed that the upcoming waves of speaker announcements will further expand on the seven tracks of the event. Hence, it will reveal new collaborations, partnership opportunities, and interactive showcases from global industry leaders.
Abu Dhabi: The Emerging Capital of Global Creativity
Abu Dhabi is solidifying its position as the world hub for media, culture, and innovation with the BRIDGE Summit 2025. By hosting this landmark event, the UAE capital continues its dedication to growing creative talents. Hence, it will boost media diversity and empower the global entertainment ecosystem.
The summit is not an event. However, it is a movement to redefine the creative future through connecting people, platforms, and possibilities on an unprecedented scale. In short, the event promises to be a defining moment in the evolution of media, entertainment, and content innovation.
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