Each week, the forum will present a new conversation exploring the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping today’s media and entertainment industry.

The Worldwide Audiovisual Women’s Association (WAWA) announced the 5th edition of the WAWA Business Forum, introducing a new format featuring weekly online sessions throughout August.

Each week, the forum will present a new conversation exploring the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping today’s media and entertainment industry.

The series begins on Thursday, August 6, at 12:00 PM (Miami Time) with The Evolution of Social Media, featuring Maria Corina Marrero, VP Creative at Sony Pictures Entertainment Latin America. During this conversation, attendees will explore how social media continues to influence content creation, audience engagement, and storytelling strategies across the entertainment industry.

The WAWA Business Forum 2026 will continue with two additional sessions:

Beyond YouTube on August 13 at 11:00 AM (Miami Time). Featuring Tamara Oliveri, Sr. Head of International Content LATAM & USH, YOLU, who will share insights into the evolving digital content landscape, audience engagement, and new opportunities for content distribution beyond traditional platforms.

Sustainable Production on August 19 at 11:00 AM (Miami Time). Featuring Gabriela Dunaevschi, Vice President of Physical Production, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Cristina Echeverri, General Manager of AG Studios, who will discuss sustainable practices and their growing role in audiovisual production.

Additional details will be announced in the coming weeks.

Through these sessions, WAWA reinforces its commitment to creating spaces where industry professionals can exchange knowledge, build meaningful connections, and contribute to a more collaborative audiovisual community.

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