Private IBC Dinner

You're invited!

We’re excited to host you for an exclusive evening of good food, great conversation, and inspiring company – all during IBC Amsterdam.

Join a hand-picked group of industry leaders, creatives, and decision-makers for a relaxed private dinner at NIM, a beautifully restored canal house in the heart of the city. The setting is intimate, the food is seasonal, and the vibe is just right for real conversations.

Event: Private IBC Dinner

Date: Saturday 13.09.2025 - 19:30, leaving from Strandzuid at 18:00

Venue: NIM

Seats are limited. Kindly RSVP as soon as you can, this event is by personal invitation only.

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Agenda

17:45-19:30

Strandzuid

Canal Boat Transfer

Join us at 17:45 at our boat Sloep Marijn Joris, located at Strandzuid (behind the RAI). We’ll set off at 18:00 sharp to enjoy a scenic ride through Amsterdam’s canals with a refreshing beverage before arriving at our dinner location.

19:30-19:45

Nim

Welcome Drinks

Once we arrive at NIM, a welcome drink is waiting for you – the perfect chance to continue the conversations from the boat and settle in for the night.

19:45-23:00

Nim

Dinner

By now, everyone will have worked up an appetite, so we’ll dive into dinner. The team at NIM will serve a carefully curated multi-course menu, paired with good conversation and the chance to connect with new and valuable contacts from across the industry.

The Location

Tucked away in a beautifully restored canal house on the Keizersgracht, NIM offers an intimate and elegant setting in the heart of Amsterdam. With its high ceilings, timeless interior and warm atmosphere, the venue blends historic charm with contemporary sophistication. Seasonal menus crafted by the in-house chef and a private canal-side entrance make NIM a hidden gem. The perfect backdrop for meaningful conversations and a memorable evening during IBC.

Your Hosts

Dr. Jack Gao

Chairman

Jack is the Chairman of Whale TV, the TV operating system that enables consumers to find and watch entertainment on their TV. Prior to Whale TV Jack held various senior leadership roles in Wanda Group, Legendary Entertainment, News Corporation, Twenty-First Century Fox and was the first President of Microsoft China.

jack.q.gao@whaletv.com

Teresa A. Lopez

VP, Whale TV+

Teresa Lopez is Vice President of Whale TV+, the company’s free streaming service available on both Whale TV models and other connected TV platforms. She oversees its growth and content strategy, working closely with studios and rights holders to deliver a curated mix of live and on-demand entertainment.

teresa.lopez@whaletv.com

Lucas Huang

VP Content Acquisition, Whale TV

Lucas leads content partnerships for Whale TV, overseeing the expansion of the app ecosystem for the company’s smart and simple TV operating system. Before joining Whale TV, Lucas spent over 8 years at TP Vision, where he managed content acquisition for Philips Smart TVs. His career spans various roles in the consumer electronics and tech industry, including positions at HTC and BenQ. Lucas is based in Whale TV’s newly opened Amsterdam office and brings a strong track record in building lasting relationships with global content partners.

lucas.huang@whaletv.com

Chris Hock

VP Monetization

Chris leads the monetization strategy for Whale TV. Before that, Chris was General Manager of Primetime Advertising at Adobe and helped build one of the world’s largest addressable TV ad systems at BlackArrow. He also held leadership roles at Cadent and Macromedia/Adobe, where he led the Flash video business, pioneering early OTT video delivery.

chris.hock@whaletv.com

Mike Duin

VP Global Marketing & Comms

Mike leads global marketing and communications at Whale TV, helping to build the brand’s international profile. Prior to Whale TV, he led international communications at Roku and held senior roles at Belkin and Cisco. With over 20 years of experience, Mike now drives Whale TV’s global positioning as streaming reshapes the TV industry.

mike.duin@whaletv.com