| Full Name | Company | Job Title | Speaking At | Email Address | Business Type | Job Level/Seniority | Job Function | Work Phone | Mobile Phone | Profile Picture | Twitter Handle | Speaker Bio | State | Country | Short Bio | Logo | Announcement Headline | Speaker Roll Callout |
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| Layla Revis | Sprout Social | Vice President, Social, Content and Brand Marketing | Orchestrating the Power (and Risk) of Immersive AI in Media and Music | layla@revis.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Vice President - Brand & Social at Sprout Social, Layla is an award-winning marketer with 20 years of expertise in digital and social media. She’s led social media strategy for Fortune 500 brands like Samsung, Oracle, and Visa. Formerly at Leo Burnett and Ogilvy in New York, she has won a Gold Cannes Lion and three Telly Awards for her innovative digital and social media campaigns. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Evan Giamanco | Warner Bros. Discovery | SVP, Ad Product and Revenue Strategy | evan@gianmanco.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | ||
| Varun Parmar | Adobe | General Manager, Adobe GenStudio and Firefly for Enterprise | varun@parmar.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | ||
| Kelly Maclean | Amazon Ads | VP, Engineering, Science and Product for Amazon DSP | kelly@maclean.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Kelly MacLean leads Engineering, Product, and Science for Amazon Ads Demand-Side Platform (DSP), Sponsored Display, Sponsored TV, and Amazon Ads Central Engineering organizations. The Amazon DSP is an AI-driven, full-funnel advertising solution focused on delivering marketing objectives at scale across the internet. Prior to joining Amazon in 2023, Kelly helped build Meta’s (Facebook) advertising stack over 11 years. Kelly’s been at the forefront of mobile and video advertising having been on the early teams developing video, mobile app ads, and Facebook’s mobile DSP. She lived and worked in four countries and opened Facebook’s first ads engineering office in EMEA. Prior to Facebook, Kelly held several leadership positions leading engineering, product, marketing, and operations at Flite (acquired by Snap Inc), LiveRamp (formerly Rapleaf), and Dell. Her first career was playing National Team and professional level soccer for the Canadian National Team. Kelly graduated from Purdue University and holds an MBA from Stanford. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | ||
| Chaucer Barnes | Translation and UnitedMasters | Chief Marketing Officer | chaucer@barnes.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Chaucer Barnes is the Chief Marketing Officer of UnitedMasters Inc., where he bridges the worlds of music and advertising. His career has been marked by his ability to bridge cultural gaps and create impactful strategies for some of the world's biggest brands. In his current role spanning Translation and UnitedMasters, Chaucer leverages his extensive background as a media planner, brand strategist, creative director, partnership architect, and independent musician to orchestrate innovative solutions that reshape brand behavior. His work aims to create a new normal in how brands and creators gain fame and influence in today's world. Chaucer has spoken at several industry events, including the Sundance Film Festival, Cannes Lions Festival, and Tribeca Film Festival, and has been featured in Ad Age, Adweek, Fox 5 NY, and Campaign US. He has also been a guest on multiple podcasts, including Morgan Stanley’s Access and Opportunity podcast and Blavity’s Black Tech Green Money podcast. He currently serves as an executive board member of the Advertising Club of New York. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | ||
| Liz Roche | Albertsons Media Collective | Vice President of Media and Measurement | Leadership Voices Live | liz@roche25.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Liz Roche, Vice President of Media and Measurement, leads Albertsons Media Collective teams dedicated to building out innovative, transparent measurement products, advanced audience targeting solutions and performative media campaigns for clients and partners. With experience leading teams and organizations across platforms, agencies and publishers, Liz drives impact through strong collaboration and accountability. Prior to joining the Collective, Liz worked at companies like LinkedIn, Groupon, Epsilon, Havas and accelerate360 where she developed innovative data solutions to support loyalty programs as well as supplier funded solutions for retailers, launched alpha products centered around personalization and brand level attribution and held various leadership positions. Liz holds a degree in Anthropology and Government and recently completed her Executive MBA at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Dara Treseder | Autodesk | Chief Marketing Officer | Beyond the Blast: How CMOs Are Redefining Customer Connection in the Age of AI | dara@treseder25.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Dara Treseder is a proven technology business leader with expertise in building and leading high performing global commercial, marketing, and communications organizations for B2B and consumer Fortune 500 companies. Dara serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Autodesk — the leading innovative technology & software company changing how the world is designed and made, from greener buildings to cleaner cars to award-winning TV shows, movies, and games. At Autodesk, Dara leads Autodesk's global e-commerce business, sets the strategy to market the product portfolio, and oversees the company’s marketing, brand, communications, demand generation, digital, and education business teams. A veteran Chief Marketing Officer, Dara was previously the Global Head of Marketing, Communications & Membership at Peloton, CMO of Carbon, and the CMO of GE Business Innovations & GE Ventures. Earlier in her career, she led growth and marketing efforts at Apple and Goldman Sachs. Dara has been recognized by Forbes as the World’s Most Influential CMO, and was the first Black person to be inducted into the Forbes CMO Hall of Fame. She’s also been named by CNBC as a Changemaker transforming businesses, by Business Insider as one of the “Top 25 most innovative CMOs in the world,” by AdWeek as a “Brand Genius,” and by Inc. Magazine as one of the “30 Inspirational Women to Watch in Tech.” A recognized global growth and revenue leader, Dara serves on the board of Robinhood. She also is an advocate for public health, serving on the board of the Public Health Institute. Dara graduated cum laude from Harvard University with highest honors in the field and holds an MBA from Stanford University. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | |
| Yasmin Dastmalchi | NYX Professional Makeup USA | General Manager | Adobe Sunset Series: Change Agents of Marketing | yasmin@dastmalchi.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Yasmin Dastmalchi is a force of energy in the beauty industry, bringing a wealth of experience from her impressive tenure at L'Oréal USA. Having led across both the Professional Products and Consumer Products Divisions, her expertise spans iconic brands like Matrix, Kerastase, Shu Uemura Art of Hair, Baxter of California, and NYX Professional Makeup. Yasmin was most recently named as one of ADWEEK's 2025 Creative 100 Brand Innovators. Currently serving as General Manager for NYX Professional Makeup USA, Yasmin is known for her consumer-centric approach, particularly her skill in connecting with Gen Z. Her leadership is characterized by bold creativity, a passion for innovation, and a talent for building and motivating high-performing teams. Under her leadership, NYX Professional Makeup has achieved new heights, including the brand's groundbreaking Super Bowl commercial debut. Driven by a genuine passion for beauty and a relentless pursuit of innovation, Yasmin is a true force of nature in the industry. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | |
| Nuria Hernandez | Unilever | Chief Marketing Officer, Personal Care | nuria@hernandez.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Nuria has over 26 years’ experience in Unilever. Starting in Spain within R&D, her career spans Marketing, Customer Development and General Management. A chemist by trade, Nuria found a passion for innovation and brands working across multiple marketing roles. Following her success in Spain, Nuria became Beverages Vice President in Europe, then moved into General Management roles, first in Greater Caribbean, then Chile and Personal Care General Manager for LATAM. Nuria’s passion for building brands into culture help her craft a culture of prioritisation, experimentation, and speed. At the heart of Nuria’s leadership is a focus on people, collaboration, and experimentation to do things differently. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | ||
| Megan Baumann | State Farm | Director, Integrated Marketing | megan@baumann.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Megan Baumann joined State Farm in 2012 following a decade in insurance operations and customer experience strategy at various Property/Casualty insurers. In her current role, she oversees the execution of all integrated marketing efforts and leads campaign manager teams. Megan is a seasoned brand and marketing thought leader with 20 years’ professional strategy, branding, and marketing/PR experience, including 10+ years in formal leadership roles. During her tenure at State Farm, she’s played key roles in the development of its enterprise brand strategy, creation of a new brand identity system, and the creative platform launch that saw the reinvention of Jake from State Farm and return of the iconic “Like a Good Neighbor” slogan. Megan is relentless in her promotion of the iconic State Farm brand and global marketing powerhouse, and passionate about contemporizing and creating growth and relevance well into the future. She thinks out loud, works out details on paper. Always asks “Why?” and is devoted to the Rule of 3. She has a metaphor for (almost) everything. A central Illinois native, Megan obtained her B.A. in Risk Management from Illinois Wesleyan and MBA from Illinois State. She has also obtained multiple insurance and financial designations from The American College and LOMA, as well as a certificate in Human Resources Management from Cornell University. Outside of work, Megan and her husband, Nathan, keep busy with four kids, travelling and taking on never-ending home remodeling jobs where she plays the role of Master Pinterest-er, and to a much lesser degree, Actual Helper. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | ||
| Deirdre Lester | Teton Ridge | Chief Executive Officer | deidre@lester25.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Deirdre Lester is the Chief Executive Officer of Teton Ridge, the leading Western sports and entertainment brand. She recently led the acquisition of The Cowboy Channel and the Cowgirl Channel, solidifying NextWest’s position as the definitive authority in Western sports. This strategic acquisition secured exclusive rights to over 600 annual Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned rodeos worldwide, expanding the company’s ability to connect fans, partners, and distributors with the authenticity and excitement of Western culture on a global scale. Under her leadership, Teton Ridge has expanded its flagship Western sports properties, including The American Rodeo and The American Performance Horseman, while launching innovative original programming. Signature projects include RodeLive!, a live pre-show spotlighting major rodeo events, the acclaimed docuseries Window to the West, The MauneyCast featuring legendary bull rider JB Mauney, and the Let’s Freakin’ Rodeo podcast, hosted by top-ranked tie-down roper Ty Harris and filmmaker Cole Harris. Before joining Teton Ridge, Lester served as CEO of Outsider, a lifestyle and media company founded by NFL star Jay Cutler, celebrating the American outdoors. Prior to that, she was the first Chief Revenue Officer at Barstool Sports, where she played a pivotal role in scaling the company’s advertising, sponsorship, and licensing revenue from $10M to $122M annually—a 1,130% increase during her five-year tenure. Her efforts included groundbreaking licensing partnerships, such as Pink Whitney, the #1 flavored spirit in North America, and strategic alliances with leading sportsbooks including FanDuel and MGM. These achievements ultimately contributed to Barstool’s $650M acquisition by PENN Entertainment in 2023. With over 25 years of experience in media sales and marketing, Lester has held leadership roles at industry giants including CNET, ESPN, Yahoo! Sports, and MLB Advanced Media. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | On the Mic | ||
| Vanessa Wallace | Savage X Fenty | Chief Marketing Officer | Decoding the Creator Economy with Nielsen x ADWEEK | vanessa@sxf.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Vanessa Wallace is Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Savage X Fenty, the intimates, loungewear, and sportswear brand founded by Rihanna. Wallace oversees Savage X Fenty’s brand and product marketing, media, creative, membership, and global communications. As a seasoned global marketing leader, she brings an impressive track record of driving brand strength and revenue growth through authentic and innovative storytelling. Wallace joined Savage X Fenty following a 19-year career at Nike Inc., where she excelled in various marketing roles, from strategic brand marketing to global digital product leadership and contributing significantly within their DTC retail marketing teams. In her final six years at Nike Inc., she led Jordan Brand Marketing for North America, where she was instrumental in driving cultural relevance. Wallace developed strategies to elevate the brand at key sports and cultural events, including the All-Star Weekend. She spearheaded the creation of the Jordan Brand Women’s Collective. This platform launched the Jordan Women's Business and empowered women, disrupting the marketplace with industry-defining partnerships and collab launches. Additionally, she was pivotal in establishing the Jordan Brand Black Community Commitment, a $100 million initiative over ten years to combat systemic racism. Before Nike Inc., Wallace worked at Grassroots Promotions, LLC, with iconic brands like P&G, BET, MTV, WNBA, Southwest Airlines, Universal Music Group, ESSENCE, and LATINA. During her agency career, Wallace also collaborated with Gatorade, Southwest Airlines, and Daimler Chrysler. Wallace is a proud graduate of the University of Texas, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Corporate Communications. She is also an award-winning athlete. As a Lady Longhorns Basketball team member, Wallace was named Southwest Conference “Newcomer of the Year” in 1996 and led Texas in assists in back-to-back seasons. In 2016, she was inducted into the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD Sports Hall of Fame, and in 2022, she was named to the University of Texas Alumni Hall of Fame for Athletic and Academic Achievement. Vanessa also serves as a board member of the Women’s Sports Foundation, an organization whose mission is to enable all girls and women to reach their potential in sports and life. When not traveling or enjoying a good workout class, Wallace enjoys spending time with her pup Kobe and her family and friends, especially her three nephews, Suraii, Trey, RG, and niece Ari | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | |
| Lisa Pillette | (not set) | Chief Marketing Officer | lisa@pillette.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Lisa Pillette is a first-mover Global CMO across iconic companies—Fossil Group, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Levi’s, Casper Sleep—adept at transforming emerging market disruptors to the next level in industries driven by creative consumer marketing and culture-driving design: entertainment, the arts, sports, VIP hospitality, lifestyle, apparel, jewelry. Lisa recently joined as a Board Director, Market Disruption Trends Expert for National Association for Business Economics (NABE) Chicago. She serves on the Advisory Board for the CMO Council, a peer-powered community overseeing a combined $1T marketing spend, and as Advisory Board Director for TRIPTK, a brand transformation company owned by Havas (EURONEXT). She has received numerous accolades for her marketing strategies, including: in 2024 from Time: “Most Valuable Watch Brands”— Fossil ranked #4, right after Rolex and Apple; in 2023 from Business Insiders: “CMOs to Watch” and Lead 60’s “Digital Leadership” award; and in 2021 Brand Innovators: “Top 100 Women in Brand Marketing” plus CMO’s “Creativity & Storytelling” award. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | ||
| Amy Thorne | Dentsu Creative | Chief Performance Officer | The Retail Media Effect Meets the Omnichannel Overhaul | amy@thorne25.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Amy has spent over 20 years driving results for major organizations by applying analytic performance metrics to creative. She has a strategic approach to bringing distinct creative experiences to life through human truths and data-driven insights. Amy has strong hands-on Financial Services, Retail, Health and TM&E experience, but her work spans across verticals and includes the Automotive, Nonprofit and Insurance industries. Regardless of category, Amy excels at driving business innovation, transformation and inspiration to deliver both for clients and her team. She has a proven track record of building successful businesses, developing high-performing teams, and converting new opportunities with a focus on delivering measurable results. Amy is involved in SATT Leadership Development and acts as a McKinsey Exec Program Mentor. She is also a Women in Leadership Sponsor and a Female Foundry Mentor. When Amy isn’t delivering results for clients, business is still on her mind as she and her partner own a thriving coffee, wine + HiFi shop on Chicago’s southside. This, plus Pilates, distance running, and travel occupy her spare time. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| John Acunto | Napster | Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer | Orchestrating the Power (and Risk) of Immersive AI in Media and Music | john@acuntonapster.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | John Acunto is the Co-Founder and CEO of Infinite Reality. A globally-respected creative visionary and passionate advocate for creators, John has worked with leading technology companies including IBM, Apple, eBay, Amazon, and Facebook. Throughout his career as a serial entrepreneur, he has spearheaded five successful exits and developed groundbreaking technologies focused on helping creators and brands own and monetize their content in hybrid digital realms. Prior to Infinite Reality, John served as founder and CEO of display, growing the social commerce platform to a 160-person unicorn. His earlier ventures include founding 212Db, the company behind Play Gig-it and Rock This – revolutionary social gaming platforms where top musicians could perform virtual concerts and engage with fans. These platforms were acquired by Nyxio in 2014. During the dot-com era, John pioneered digital distribution as CEO of Outernet, a fully automated 50,000 sq. ft. retail facility where customers could purchase and download digital media through a breakthrough technology platform. A sought-after speaker on immersive technologies, the creator economy, and more, John's achievements have earned him recognition as Inc. Magazine's "Man to Watch," three Addy Awards, and several technology achievement awards. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Sam Huber | Napster | Global President, Enterprise and CEO, MENA | Orchestrating the Power (and Risk) of Immersive AI in Media and Music | sam@hubernapster.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Sam Huber is the Global President of Enterprise and CEO of MENA. Previously, Sam was the CEO of Landvault, a metaverse infrastructure company acquired by Infinite Reality for $450m. Sam founded the company in 2018 under the name Admix, a gaming company pioneering product placement technology in games, which raised $40m and rebranded to Landvault in 2022. Over the past 4 years, Sam has helped over 300 clients, from Fortune 500 brands to governments, to enter immersive environments, from games to the metaverse. An early Bitcoin investor since 2013 and one of the first land owners in the metaverse in 2017, he has since invested in over 20 companies, mainly in Web3. Before this, Sam’s first venture was an indie game studio. In a previous life, he was an engine strategy engineer for Mercedes Formula One, responsible for Lewis Hamilton engine strategy following a degree in Physics and Engineering. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Robin Wheeler | Fetch | Chief Revenue Officer | Winning Over Today’s Fickle Consumers | robin@wheeler24.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | As chief revenue officer, Robin Wheeler spearheads Fetch’s sales organization. Over her 20+ year career, she has led revenue teams at major social and traditional media companies. Prior to joining Fetch, she held several leadership positions at Twitter, most recently as VP of U.S. client solutions, where she worked with some of the country’s biggest brands. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Carmen Gonzalez-Meister | Fetch | General Manager, Food, Beverage & Pet | Winning Over Today’s Fickle Consumers | carmen@gonzalezmeister.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Carmen Gonzalez-Meister is the General Manager of Food at Fetch, America's rewards app, where she leads a dynamic sales team focused on building partnerships with Fortune 500 clients. Carmen’s teams leverage consumer purchase data to inform strategies for driving incremental trips and transactions for the world’s largest consumer packaged goods, restaurant and retail brands. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | Group Chat | |
| Matty Beckerman | IRCODE | Founder and Chief Executive Officer | Yacht Party | From Picture to Purchase: A Dockside Dive in AI-Driven Commerce | matty@beckerman.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Matty Beckerman is a seasoned entrepreneur with a proven track record of creating and scaling high-value companies across various industries, including film, entertainment, technology, and healthcare. As the Founder and CEO of IRCODE, he has introduced a pioneering technology that redefines the interaction between the physical and digital worlds, showcasing his innovative spirit and strategic business acumen. Matty’s entrepreneurial journey began at Tulane University, where he founded Now Or Never Records, Inc. from his dorm room. Under his leadership, the label secured major distribution deals and represented over 25 acts with global touring footprints, leading to a successful exit. He then founded Natural Selection, a Los Angeles-based motion picture fund, which he scaled into a multi-billion-dollar private equity group, financing numerous high-profile projects in Hollywood. In 2009, he launched Beckerman Investment Group, a family office focused on diverse investments, including early-stage tech startups and real estate, further demonstrating his ability to capitalize on lucrative opportunities across sectors. Matty's expertise also extends internationally; he was instrumental in establishing Nebras Films, the first movie studio in Saudi Arabia. His diverse portfolio, which includes adapting a healthcare company during the COVID-19 pandemic to meet urgent public health needs, highlights his adaptability and commitment to addressing global challenges. Matty’s career is marked by a unique blend of creative entrepreneurship, strategic vision, and operational excellence, consistently driving value and innovation in every venture he undertakes. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) | |
| Janice Min | Ankler Media | Co-founder, CEO and Editor-in-Chief | YouTube is Playing to Win TV Now Live Podcast With Ankler Media CEO Janice Min | janice@anklermedia.com | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) |  | Janice Min is CEO and editor-in-chief of Ankler Media, the most incisive and trusted voice covering the entertainment industry, speaking clearly and with depth with top-of-class analysis and reporting. The Ankler has been called "a buzzy newsletter that circulates through Hollywood C suites" by the New York Times, and a "hit Hollywood newsletter." Vanity Fair wrote that The Ankler “chronicles Hollywood in all of its naked theatricality, with a mischievous bent and a sardonic regard for the industry’s towering egos.” Accepted into Silicon Valley's competitive Y Combinator, Ankler Media raised investment in 2022 at a valuation of $20 million. At the close of 2024, the company had grown its annual revenue by nearly 3000 percent. Previously, Min was the longtime co-president of the Hollywood Reporter-Billboard Entertainment Group, where she engineered a publishing rebirth of The Hollywood Reporter hailed as a “stunning transformation” by the New York Times. Prior to that, as editor-in-chief of Us Weekly, she was cited as having transformed modern celebrity culture. Min was named to ADWEEK's Creative 100 for 2025. An Emmy winner, she has been ADWEEK's Editor of the Year and received Ad Age’s Magazine of the Year honors. She has been profiled by the New York Times , NPR and The Guardian. In 2023, she was named one of Ad Age’s Leading Women and one of CNN’s 11 Most Consequential Media and Technology Figures of the year. Min was honored with her alma mater Columbia Journalism School’s Alumni Award and the Columbia University Asian-American Alumni Award, as well as the University of Missouri’s Honor Medal for distinguished service in journalism. A Matrix Award honoree, she has also won two National Magazine Awards for General Excellence and has been nominated five times. Min currently sits on the boards of Columbia University’s School of Journalism, the UCLA Institute of the Environment, and the Archer School for Girls. She resides in Los Angeles with her husband, a fellow graduate of Columbia University, and their three children. | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | (not set) | Announcing | (not set) |