In conversation with ITV News West Country

How is news changing in a digital-first world?

Join us for an insightful panel discussion and Q&A with the team at Bristol Creative Industries member ITV News West Country.

Hosted by Dan Martin, we'll discuss the changing face of news consumption, regional journalism, life in broadcasting and what the creative sector can learn for their own businesses.

Key discussion points

• The changing media landscape
• The importance of regional news and public service broadcasting
• The continual evolution of news in a multi-platform world
• The lessons from news for other creative businesses
• Life at ITV News West Country

Meet the panel

Alex Lovell, Presenter - Alex is a prominent British television presenter, currently a main anchor for ITV News West Country. She joined the network in January 2024, following an 18-year tenure as the lead female presenter for BBC Points West.

Sabet Choudhury, Presenter - Sabet is an award-winning journalist and main presenter for ITV News West Country, a role he began in October 2022. Prior to joining ITV, he spent 17 years at the BBC. In 2025, he received the Sir Ambrose Fleming Memorial Award from the Royal Television Society for his outstanding contribution to regional broadcasting.

Charlie Powell, Weather presenter - Charlie is a qualified meteorologist and weather presenter for ITV News West Country. He joined the team in June 2018, transitioning from a ten-year career behind the scenes at the Met Office.

Nimesh Joshi, Head of News - Nimesh is the Head of News for ITV News West Country. Appointed to the role in early 2024, he oversees the editorial strategy for the region after previously holding leadership positions as Programme and Digital Editor for both ITV Central and ITV Channel Television.

Dan Martin, Panel host - Dan is a freelance business journalist with over 20 years of experience. He works with Bristol Creative Industries as content manager and event host.

Tickets

> BCI member tickets are priced at £20 + VAT.

> Non-member tickets are £45 + VAT.

Join us from midday for lunch and refreshments kindly provided by RWK Goodman.

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