Nuttall brings more than 30 years of leadership experience as a senior executive and consultant in the sports, media and digital industries with top pay-TV companies, online platforms and sports rights organisations.
Stephen Nuttall has been named the new Chair of the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) Partnership Board, which oversees governance and strategic direction for IBC. The board comprises representatives from the six partner organisations that own IBC: IABM, IEEE, IET, RTS, SCTE and SMPTE.
With over 30 years of leadership experience in the sports, media and digital industries, Nuttall has held senior roles at top pay-TV companies, online platforms and sports rights organisations. His recent consultancy projects include managing media production and distribution for the 36th and 37th America’s Cup events and motorsports events at Goodwood. He also serves as a senior advisor to Searchlight Capital Partners, a private equity fund. Nuttall’s appointment was facilitated by Spencer Stuart, a global executive search and leadership consulting firm.
Mike Crimp, CEO of IBC, said: “Our industry is in a period of rapid and transformational change powered by new tech innovation. Stephen has a track record of clear strategic thinking coupled with commercial and operational success. His extensive experience in the complex environments of media and telecommunications will be extremely valuable as IBC and the industry it serves navigate the opportunities ahead. Stephen will provide the vital link between the IBC Board and the Executive Team and I’m looking forward to working with him to ensure the continued growth of IBC.”
Stephen Nuttall added: “IBC is the premier event for the media and entertainment industry, and I’ve had the privilege of being a regular visitor and speaker for many years. I’m very much looking forward to collaborating with the IBC team and partners to help the event’s ongoing success. Consistently relevant, the unique role that IBC plays within the constantly evolving media industry remains as vital today as ever.”
IBC2025 takes place from 12-15 September at the RAI, Amsterdam.