Business of Marketing

Lotte Jones, Chief Commercial Officer of The News Movement, discusses their social-first approach to journalism aimed at younger audiences. The platform emphasizes fact-checked, engaging content across social media, with a business model focused on brand partnerships. Leveraging AI for story tracking and audience insights, they prioritize real-world impact and adaptability across platforms.

Timo Weis, Global Head of Growth at Infosys, discusses his career, marketing strategy, and team-building approach. He emphasizes data-driven, cross-functional marketing, global content localization, and the integration of AI for scalable campaigns. Weis highlights the importance of understanding customer journeys, aligning sales and marketing, and fostering an inclusive team culture.

Andrew Grosso, Co- Founder and CPO of Pickaxe, discusses Pickaxe AI’s work helping media and entertainment companies tackle data challenges and optimize customer engagement. He highlights Pickaxe’s tools for automated insights, datascience, and strategic marketing. Grosso emphasizes the importance of data quality, teamwork, and adaptability in future technological and industry changes

Lori Goode, CMO at Index Exchange, discusses her multifaceted role overseeing global marketing, L&D, and sustainability. She highlights Index Exchange’s evolution in ad tech, emphasizing collaboration, customer-centric strategies, and commitment to sustainability. Key focuses include refining go-to-market processes, expanding streaming TV services, and fostering an innovative company culture with curiosity, ownership, and integrity as core values.

Linn Frost, Co-CEO of Social Element, discusses her agency’s evolution, emphasizing genuine community building, social responsibility, and balancing engagement with authenticity. She highlights using social media effectively by fostering human connections and aligning brand values with consumer needs. Frost also explores AI’s role in content moderation and emphasizes hiring for attitude and shared values.

Michael McNerney, Publisher at Martech Record, discusses the growing role of affiliatemarketing in brand strategy. MartechRecord supports industry decision-making byproviding objective insights and building trust. McNerney emphasizes the importance ofcommunity, offering resources like newsletters, events, and a Slack group to connectindustry professionals.

Join David Keene, European CMO of Wipro, who dives into the complexities of modern B2B marketing, the evolving role of AI, and the death of third-party data. Discover how Wipro innovates its marketing strategies to navigate buyer committees, optimize customer journeys, and maintain brand integrity. You’ll also gain valuable insights into creating impactful content and leveraging first-party data to drive better engagement. 

Join Kirsty Fraser, Senior Director of International and Lifecycle Marketing at Movable Ink, as she explores the world of advanced personalization and AI-driven strategies transforming B2B marketing. Learn how top brands like Spotify and Tesco leverage data to create personalized customer experiences. Kirsty shares her expertise on growing US-based companies internationally and the importance of effectively understanding and targeting your audience. 

Join Simon Morris, VP of International Marketing at Adobe, as he explores how they are revolutionizing digital experiences through AI, personalization, and creative tools. Simon shares valuable insights on the evolution of content marketing, the power of data-driven strategies, and Adobe’s initiatives to support underrepresented voices in the creative industry. 

Vitaly Pecherskiy, Co-founder and COO of StackAdapt explains how they are revolutionizing programmatic advertising with innovative solutions and data-driven strategies. Vitaly shares insights on the evolution of the ad tech industry, the impact of AI, and the importance of creativity in B2B marketing. Learn how StackAdapt is helping brands and agencies navigate the complexities of digital advertising to drive success.