I'm pleased to announce that early bird registration is now open for VideoNuze's next "VideoSchmooze" Broadband Video Leadership Evening, on Tuesday evening, October 13th in New York City. The event will start with a panel discussion I'll moderate, "Realizing Broadband Video's Potential" with an A+ group of industry executives:

• Dina Kaplan - COO and co-founder, blip.tv
• George Kliavkoff - EVP & Deputy Group Head, Hearst Entertainment & Syndication (and formerly Chief Digital Officer, NBCU)
• Perkins Miller - SVP, Digital Media and GM, NBCU Sports & Olympics
• Matt Strauss - SVP, New Media, Comcast

Click here to learn more and register for the early bird discount

Each of the panelists and their companies are playing a key role in broadband video's growth and evolution. Expect a rigorous discussion as we dig deep into the key technology, business model and strategy topics that I write about each day on VideoNuze. There will also be ample audience Q&A time. Attendees will benefit from a unique learning experience.

Following the discussion, from 7:45pm-9:00pm, we'll have networking and cocktails (note 1 drink plus hors' d'oeuvres are included with each ticket; cash bar to follow). This is a premier opportunity to meet the panelists and expand your network, whether you're pursuing business or personal opportunities in the industry. As with past events, I expect a strong mix of established media and technology executives, along with interesting early stage companies, entrepreneurs and investors.

The event will be held at the gorgeous Hudson Theater, a historic gem on West 44th Street just off Times Square. I'm pleased to have NATPE, VideoNuze's partner since launch, on board for the event. And I'm extremely grateful to lead sponsor Microsoft Silverlight and supporting sponsors Akamai Technologies, Digitalsmiths, FAST Search & Transfer, FreeWheel, Horn Group and mPoint for making the evening possible.

At the last VideoSchmooze in March, we had 270+ attendees, so if you're interested in joining us, I encourage you to register early to secure a spot!

I've also created more deeply discounted "5-Pack" and "10-Pack" tickets for those of you who plan to come with colleagues. A reminder that VideoSchmooze is being held on the eve of the IP Media Expo, so if you're already planning to come into town for that show, please book your travel plan accordingly so you're able to join us too (I've arranged a discounted room block at the adjacent Millennium Broadway Hotel.)

Click here to learn more and register for the early bird discount

I look forward to seeing you on Oct. 13th!