08.15 Registration & Informal Networking

09.00 GIC Welcome & Morning Co-Chairs’ Opening Remarks

Laura Wiloughby, Co-Founder, Club Soda

David Rissmann, Head of Strategy & Chief of Staff, flaconi

Jenna Martin, Head of Category & Insights, Angus Soft Fruits

Retailer Collaboration & Insights

Cut Through The Complexity Of Modern Retail In 2026 With Physical Journeys & Performance-Led Partnerships That Elevate Shopper Loyalty & Powers The Next Wave Of Growth

  • Click to brick! How can brands and retailers co-create physical experiences that boost both traffic and loyalty?
  • From media placements to promotions, how can brands and retailers shift from traditional budget metrics to measuring real effectiveness through performance backed strategies?
  • What does next-generation retailer-supplier collaboration look like when real-time orchestration, AI-powered forecasting, and integrated data are table stakes?
  • 55% of purchases by 2030 are expected to be influenced by AI agents! As AI becomes more relevant than ever, how can partnerships with retailers integrate AI to enhance relevance and loyalty while safeguarding consumer privacy?

Efrain Rosario, Global Head of Retail Marketing & Insights, Diageo

Retail Media

PANEL Q&A

Maximise Retail Media Impact While Safeguarding Brand Value By Streamlining Campaigns, Optimising Spend & Driving Measurable Growth Among Today’s Shoppers

  • Explore strategies to maintain shopper engagement and streamline campaigns across multiple RMNs, avoid fragmentation, and ensure consistent messaging that drives measurable results
  • TikTok Shop, YouTube and more… with the shift from traditional to digital channels, how can brands adapt to a digital-first media landscape and effectively engage shoppers across evolving touchpoints?
  • How can brands drive immediate growth through retail media while protecting long-term brand strength and value?
  • Discover how to accurately measure performance, optimise media spend, and unlock maximum ROI in today’s complex retail media landscape and amongst digitally-savvy shoppers

Iona Vaughan, Customer Marketing Manager, TRIP

Nicole Pilkington, Global Head of eCommerce, Barilla Group