The Show Must Go On: Crisis-Proofing Live Sports Broadcasts


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Tuesday, April 8   |   2:00 PM - 2:30 PM PDT

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Live sports broadcasting is high-stakes, and failure is not an option. Join Duane Yoslov and Kevin C from FOX Sports as they reveal the meticulous planning and contingency strategies that ensure seamless operations for some of the biggest sporting events in the world. From cybersecurity to physical security, network segmentation to game restart protocols, this session will dive into the behind-the-scenes efforts that protect billions in broadcast revenue.

Drawing from real-world experiences - like the World Cup, Super Bowl, and major league events - Duane and Kevin will share how FOX Sports prepares for every possible scenario, including cyber threats, power failures and unexpected disruptions. Learn how risk management, redundancy planning and crisis response strategies are shaping the future of live sports production. Whether you're leading a broadcast operation or managing IT infrastructure, this session will provide valuable insights into mitigating risk and ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality coverage.


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Kevin Callahan
VP, Field Operations and Engineering
Fox Sports
Duane Yoslov
Senior Vice President
Diversified

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