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.”
Howe has been with Netflix since 2018 and previously served as vice president of drama series. Series launched under her watch include the Emmy-winning limited series “Beef,” the Shonda Rhimes phenomenon “Bridgerton,” the critically acclaimed “Maid” and buzzy “Indenting Anna.” Her oversight has also included “The Night Agent,” “The Diplomat,” “The Lincoln Lawyer,” “His & Hers,” “XO Kitty,” “Sirens” and “Untamed.”
Upcoming on Howe’s Netflix docket: “Little House on the Prairie,” “The Altruists” starring Julia Garner and “The Hawk” starring Will Ferrell. Prior to Netflix, Howe spent 13 years at John Wells Television, where she was most recently executive VP of television and worked on series such as “Shameless,” “Southland” and “Animal Kingdom.”
The Banff Summit Series has previously included speakers such as Chuck Lorre, Anjali Sud, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Paula Kerger, Rob Wade, Pearlena Igbokwe, Bela Bajaria, Keith Le Goy, Ted Sarandos and Maverick Carter.
Spain has been named this year’s Banff “Country of Honour.” The Banff World Media Festival has also revealed nominees for the 2026 Rockie Awards International Program Competition, which takes place Tuesday, June 16, at the annual event. Hosted by Allana Harkin (“Full Frontal With Samantha Bee”), the event takes place at the same time as the Banff Gala Awards. See the full list of nominees here.
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