BANFF welcomes award-winning producer and industry leader Mark Bishop to its Board

The Banff World Media Festival (BANFF) is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Bishop, Co-President of Blue Ant Studios, to its Foundation Board of Directors.

A highly respected leader in the global content industry, Bishop brings more than two decades of experience as a producer, entrepreneur, and executive. His strategic insight and longstanding commitment to advancing the Canadian and international media landscape will further strengthen BANFF's mission to foster strong business alliances, innovation, collaboration, and creative excellence across the entertainment ecosystem.

The 2026 BANFF BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

"Mark is a force in the industry, with a proven track record of building successful companies, championing creators, and shaping meaningful cultural impact," said Sean Cohan, Chair of the Board of Directors, BANFF, and President of Bell Media. "His deep understanding of content, business, and global partnerships will be invaluable as BANFF continues to drive the industry forward."

"BANFF has long played a vital role in championing Canadian creativity on the world stage, fostering conversations and relationships that genuinely move the business forward," said Mark Bishop, Co-President of Blue Ant Studios. "I'm honoured to join the Board and look forward to supporting the festival's continued evolution as a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and meaningful industry connections."

Held annually in the breathtaking setting of Banff, Alberta, BANFF is a premier global content marketplace and conference known for its intimate, high-impact programming. For over 45 years, the festival has served as a hub where top producers, creatives, executives, and industry leaders from around the world converge to shape the future of media.