DAY 1 - 10 November 2026
DAY 2 - 11 November 2026
9:30 | Opening Session- Content Isn’t King Anymore by Nad’s Reviews
10:00 | Session 02 - DICM Talks
11:00 | Session 03- DICM Talks - The Great Content Reset: Fewer Titles, Bigger Impact
12:30 | Session 05 - Keynote session by Parrot Analytics & Rise Studio
14:00 | Session 06 - Keynote Session - The Key Elements of a Successful Project
14:30 | Session 07- Keynote Session - Micro Dramas: A Director's Perspective
15:00 | Session 08- DICM Talks - Funding in a Down Market - How to Get Projects Made
Houda Koussa | Founder and Managing Director
Houda Koussa
Founder and Managing Director | United Arab Emirates
Houda Koussa is the founder and managing director of Archers, a brand and research consultancy agency. She has a proven track record in developing insight based actionable business, media, marketing and advertising solutions. Houda manages research projects & guides communication and Programming planners to develop effective strategies based on actionable insights. Her guidance to develop business, marketing and communication strategies is done via insight-based workshops.
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Moderator:
Michel Zreik | Content Specialist
Michel Zreik
Content Specialist | United Arab Emirates
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16:00 | Session 09- DICM Talks - Kids and Youth Programming: Investing in the Next Generation of Audiences
Nathalie Habib | Co-Owner & Executive Producer
Nathalie Habib
Co-Owner & Executive Producer | United Arab Emirates
Global in mindset and a storyteller at heart, Nathalie Habib is a seasoned media professional driven by a passion for meaningful storytelling and a deep commitment to creative excellence. With a career defined by resilience, integrity, and a respect for collaboration, she has been leading Blink Studios since 2010. As Co-Owner and Executive Producer, Nathalie has played a key role in shaping Blink tudios into a leading film and animation production company in the Middle East. Under her leadership, the studio delivers high-quality content across linear, digital, and immersive platforms, creating stories that resonate with diverse audiences across cultures. With a strong foundation in both the creative and production aspects of the industry, Nathalie has contributed to building a robust portfolio spanning service work and original intellectual property. Blink Studios continues to expand its footprint across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Los Angeles and Houston, while maintaining a clear vision of elevating regional storytelling to global standards.
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17:00 | Session 10- Screening - The Show Begins: Unboxing LINMON 2026-2027 upcoming Slates
09:30 | Session 11- TRT's Content Showcase: Elevate Your Ramadan Line Up
10:00 | Session 12- Spotlight Stories: The DICM 2026 Pitching Challenge
11:00 | Session 13- DICM Talks - Inside the Mind of a Commissioner: Trends, Needs, and Deal-Making - What the Gulf Wants & How to Pitch It
12:00 | Session 14- Keynote session - The Thirty-Day Race: Is Ramadan Still the Right Model for Arab Drama?
14:00 | Session 15- Keynote Session - Before the Cameras Roll: The Deals That Make or Break a Production
14:30 | Session 16 - Screening by Vilpa Film
15:00 | Session 17 - DICM Talks - Distribution Beyond Traditional Platforms
Miroslav Radojevic | Sales Director- Middle East & Africa
Miroslav Radojevic
Sales Director- Middle East & Africa | Turkiye
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Disclaimer:
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