MediaSphere 2026
Keynote Speakers
Built on a rich legacy of equipping faith-based creatives to impact culture through film and entertainment, our summit serves as a global launchpad for international storytellers.
We are honored to introduce a powerhouse lineup of keynote speakers. These renowned industry leaders, visionary producers, and market experts join us directly from the frontlines of the media landscape. They are here to share practical wisdom, professional breakthroughs, and inspiring strategies to help you walk out your identity, refine your craft, and navigate the future of film with a clear kingdom purpose.
Vivian Yin
Global Entertainment Executive / Founder, Y+X Entertainment
Vivian Yin is a global entertainment executive, producer, and entrepreneur, and the founder of Y+X Entertainment, a U.S.-based company building a next-generation global IP ecosystem across film, short-form drama, immersive experiences, and interactive media. With over two decades of leadership experience spanning China, North America, and Europe, Vivian has held senior executive roles including CEO of Fremantle China, Chief Cultural Content Officer of Fosun Tourism Group, and SVP & Head of International at Star China Media. She has overseen large-scale content operations, international co-productions, and IP monetization strategies across television, film, live entertainment, and branded experiences.
In 2025, Vivian founded Y+X Entertainment to focus on long-term IP creation and global expansion. Its core platform, LumiView, is an international vertical short drama platform designed for global audiences, integrating premium storytelling, scalable production pipelines, and long-tail IP development. LumiView is positioned as the content engine of the broader Lumiverse-a unified ecosystem connecting short-form drama, feature films, animation, games, immersive experiences, and live performances.
In parallel, Vivian serves as a strategic advisor and China partner to That Game Company, supporting the 360° expansion of globally renowned game IPs into animated feature films and offiine immersive experiences. This work bridges gaming, cinema, and real-world experiential entertainment, creating new cultural touchpoints for global audiences.
Nick Vujicic (“voy-yi-chich”) is a globally recognized Australian-American evangelist, entrepreneur, speaker and author. Nick has inspired millions with his remarkable journey of faith and perseverance. Through his powerful storytelling and unwavering commitment to preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Nick has reached more than 2 billion people across 87 countries on over 3,500 stages. As a result of Nick’s outreach, 1.5 million souls so far have committed their lives to Jesus Christ. Additionally, his motivational platform, Attitude is Altitude, has touched billions of people, challenging and inspiring students to love themselves, love others, become resilient and make better decisions. Nick’s early life was marked by challenges, including rejection, bullying, depression and suicidal thoughts. However, through a personal encounter with Jesus Christ, he found the strength to overcome these difficulties and live a full and fruitful life.
Nick’s impactful life and message of hope have touched the hearts of people from all walks of life. He has had the privilege of addressing 12 national governments and meeting 37 presidents, vice presidents and prime ministers. Nick’s resilience and unwavering faith have made him an inspiration to millions, proving that with God, anything is possible. His film “No Limbs, No Limits: The NickV Story” is a cinematic journey revealing Nick Vujicic’s moving testament to resilience, purpose, and the bond of family. The movie will be released in theaters on September 25, 2026.
Nick Vujicic
World-Renowned Evangelist, Speaker, and Author
Larry Ross is Founder and CEO of A. Larry Ross Communications (ALRC), a full-service public relations firm he co-founded in 1994. With offices in Dallas, Charlotte and Nashville, it has since become the oldest and largest firm offering cross-over media liaison at the intersection of faith and culture.
Ross, whom Newsweek magazine headlined as “Point Man for God,” has more than 49 years of mainstream and Christian corporate, agency and non-profit experience influencing public opinion through strategic PR counsel to organizations and individuals.
These include men and women on a mission for God or the Common Good, such as evangelist Billy Graham, for whom he served as principal media spokesperson beginning in 1981; Pastor Rick Warren; Bishop T.D. Jakes; and many other national and international Christian leaders. In 2016, he served as Communications Director for Dr. Ben Carson’s U.S. Presidential campaign. He has also helped to promote numerous theatrical film releases, including “The Passion of The Christ.”
Larry Ross
Founder & CEO, A. Larry Ross Communications
Jared Geesey
Chief Distribution Officer, Angel Studios
Jared Geesey is Executive Vice President, International at Angel Studios, where he leads global distribution strategy, partnerships, and theatrical expansion for one of the fastest growing independent studios in the world.
In 2023, he launched Angel Studios’ theatrical division, which has ranked as a top 10 US theatrical distributor every year since its inception.
Jared previously built the first transactional VOD platform for the faith and family market at ChristianCinema.com in 2014. He also serves on the board of International Christian Visual Media (ICVM).
Dan Rupple (Moderator)
CEO, Mastermedia/Act One
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