Sven Sauvé on Leading RTL’s Bold Strategy to Compete with Global Streaming Giants
March 12, 2025
During this Vision Dinner, Sven Sauvé, CEO of RTL Nederland, will share his insights on the future of media consolidation, the evolution of Videoland, and how local media companies can survive and even flourish in the digital age. He will discuss his experience in navigating mergers and transforming RTL's strategy to better compete with international platforms, as well as how to balance between preserving local culture through original programming with global streaming competition. After his presentation, there will be an opportunity for open discussion with Sven and other participants. We invite you to join us for an evening of forward-thinking conversation about the future of media.
Sven Sauvé, RTL Nederland
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Sven Sauvé
CEO
Sven Sauvé is the CEO of RTL Nederland, where he has been instrumental in transforming the company’s strategy to compete with global streaming giants. Under his leadership, RTL has expanded Videoland into a leading Dutch streaming service, focusing on local content to differentiate itself from international players like Netflix. Sauvé has overseen several high-profile mergers, including with Talpa Network, aimed at strengthening RTL's market position. He is known for his focus on innovation and crisis management, having navigated challenges like The Voice scandal. Sauvé holds an MBA from Nyenrode Business University and is passionate about local media's ability to compete globally while preserving cultural identity.
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RTL Nederland
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As the media landscape undergoes rapid transformation, local broadcasters are facing unprecedented challenges from global streaming giants. Sven Sauvé, CEO of RTL Nederland, is at the forefront of this shift, leading the transformation of Videoland into a premier Dutch streaming service capable of competing with heavyweights like Netflix and HBO. Through bold strategic mergers and a deep investment in local content, Sauvé has positioned RTL to not only survive but thrive in this rapidly evolving space. What does it take for a local media company to hold its ground against international tech giants? How can media organizations continue to innovate, capture audiences, and shape the future of content?
During this Vision Dinner, Sven Sauvé will share his insights on the future of media consolidation, the evolution of Videoland, and how local media companies can survive and even flourish in the digital age. He will discuss his experience in navigating mergers and transforming RTL's strategy to better compete with international platforms, as well as how to balance between preserving local culture through original programming with global streaming competition. After his presentation, there will be an opportunity for open discussion with Sven and other participants. We invite you to join us for an evening of forward-thinking conversation about the future of media.
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Location: TBA, Amsterdam region
17:30 | Start program (including presentation, discussion and a 3-course dinner)
20:30 | End of formal program, opportunity for informal networking
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Chief Executive Officers and Board Members
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English
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