Creator Lab
April 19-22, 2026
⚲ Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center
Creator Lab returns to NAB Show for its third year with a bold new design and expanded focus, positioning it as the go-to destination for the creator economy.

“It’s so wonderful to see the Creator Lab here. NAB Show sees us! We have a space. We have a stage. And we even had cool little photo spots!”
–Juliana Broste, Filmmaker, Traveling Jules
Mastering the Building Blocks of the Creator Economy
Newly relocated to Central Hall, Creator Lab at NAB Show brings creators, storytellers, brands, media companies, broadcasters and platforms together in a curated destination designed to spark collaboration and turn ideas into scalable content businesses.
This year, the Creator Lab features a dedicated classroom, theater, recording space and exhibitor activations showcasing in-demand tools and services. The classroom creates space for intimate Q-and-As, Ask-Me-Anythings and hands-on learning, while sessions explore the business of content creation, brand partnerships growth strategies and the evolving role of AI in the creative process. Attendees will examine how traditional and new media are re-inventing the way content is created, produced and distributed.
Meet the Emcees
Guiding the conversation are emcees Jim Louderback, creator economy expert and founder of Inside the Creator Economy, and RJ Larese, president of Whalar’s creator agency, Sixteenth. Together, they bring industry perspective, insight and momentum to every discussion.

2026 Sponsors














NEW! Apply to Join the NAB Show Content Creator VIP Program
Join an exclusive group of creators in the media and entertainment community. Members receive access to the newsroom, industry discounts, complimentary NAB Show access, and special opportunities to connect and learn.
What’s Trending at the Lab
Returning with a dramatically expanded footprint in the newly completed Central Hall, the Creator Lab will serve as the premier destination for creators, studios, broadcasters and brands seeking hands-on learning and next-generation storytelling tools.

Creator Lab Lounge
Whether you’re looking to sit back and relax, connect with fellow creators, or work on new content, the Creator Lounge is positioned within the Creator Lab and accessible to all attendees.

Creator Lab Theater
This year’s theater seats 100+ attendees to ensure you won’t miss out on any sessions.

Expanded Classroom
Workshops will take place in an expanded classroom setting to cover topics like AI, creator techniques, business strategy and audience development.

Creator Lab Happy Hour
5 – 6 p.m. PT Monday, April 20
This community-driven reception brings creators, brands and industry insiders together to connect and collaborate. No RSVPs are required; the event is open to all NAB Show attendees.
Conference Speakers

Becca Farsace
Tech Creator
@BeccaFarsace

Steve Wright
Creator, Filmmaker & Entrepreneur
Learn Online Video

Gracie Schram
Head of Strategic Creator Initiatives
Epidemic Sound

Natalie Vulevic
Host, Director of Social Media
Verza TV

Alan Mruvka
Founder VerzaTV, Founder E! Entertainment Television
Verza TV

Dave Feldman
Entertainment Lawyer, Co-Founding Partner
Brecheen, Feldman, Breimer, Silver & Thompson

Fiona Li
Studio Head and General Manager of COL Media.
COL Media

Julia Cabral
Senior Director Product Marketing

Dustin Miller
Content Creator
PolyInnovator LLC

Adam Wescott
CEO/Founder
Mind Chatter Media

Anna Zussman
AI Creative Consultant
Freepik

Matt Wolfe
Founder
Future Tools
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Renee Teeley
Creator Business Partner
Sarah Renae Clark

Shane Clark
Chief Operating Officer
Sarah Renae Clark

Timothy Reese
Director / Producer
Brooklyn Quarter
Conference Sessions
10:30 – 11 a.m.
C9129R: Creator Lab Theater
11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
C9129R: Creator Lab Theater
11:30 a.m. – noon
C9129T: Creator Lab Classroom
1:20 – 1:50 p.m.
C9129R: Creator Lab Theater
1:45 – 2:15 p.m.
C9129T: Creator Lab Classroom
2 – 2:20 p.m.
C9129R: Creator Lab Theater
2:30 – 3 p.m.
C9129R: Creator Lab Theater
2:30 – 3 p.m.
C9129T: Creator Lab Classroom
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