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Maximizing the Value of Partnerships Summit

Nov 20 • Hosted by Molson Coors • Chicago

Join industry leaders driving innovation in brand partnerships at our upcoming Maximizing the Value of Partnerships Summit, hosted by Molson Coors at their new HQ in Chicago. Dive into the latest strategies for collaborating effectively with partners, and more as top brands like Mars, Kimberly-Clark, and Grubhub take the stage to share their expertise. This event promises invaluable networking opportunities and insights into the evolving landscape of partnership-driven growth, making it a must-attend for those looking to stay ahead. We hope to see you there!

Wednesday • November 20 • 2024

8:00 AM Breakfast & Registration
9:00 AM Opening Remarks

Brandon Gutman, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Brand Innovators

Marc Sternberg, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Brand Innovators
9:15 AM Keynote

Ann Legan, Global Vice President, Miller Family of Brands, Molson Coors Beverage Company
9:30 AM Fireside Chat

Ann Legan, Global Vice President, Miller Family of Brands, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Moderated by: Mitch Cristol, VP, Practice Lead – Alcohol Beverage, InMarket
10:00 AM Fireside Chat

Kelsey Ping, Director of Marketing & Strategic Initiatives, Riddell Sports

Moderated by: Nikki Doctor, Lead Brand Partner, Linqia
10:30 AM Collaborating for Innovation: Pushing Boundaries Through Partnerships

Amy Hogan, Senior Director, Brand & Product Marketing, Walgreens

Kara Jacobs, Senior Director, Customer Retention & Loyalty, Discover Financial Services

Moderated by: Kristen Lyons, EVP Sales, Suzy
11:00 AM Fireside Chat

Marnie Boyer, Head of Media + Diner Acquisition, Grubhub

Moderated by: Dave Rosner, Chief Marketing Officer, Audigent
11:30 AM Disrupting the Current Landscape

Andrea Schwenk, Chief Marketing Officer, Egglife

Anup Shah, Chief Operating Officer, PLEZi Nutriton

Emily Stucker, VP, Menu & Marketing, Farmer’s Fridge

Moderated by: Bailey Appleton, Senior Director, Brand Partnerships, Doing Things
12:00 PM Adapting to Change: How Marketers Can Win in a Cost-Conscious Landscape

Kristen Lyons, EVP, Enterprise Partnerships, Suzy
12:10 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Unlocking the Value of Partnerships

Alan Bremerkamp, Marketing Director, Miller Lite, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Kelly Ellefson, Sr. Manager, Media, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Kelsey Kemp, Sr. Customer Insights Manager, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Michael Laungani, Brand Partnerships & Collaborations Lead, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Meghan Means, Marketing Director, Coors Light, Molson Coors Beverage Company

Moderated by: Dustin Cooper, VP, Midwest Sales, AdTheorent, A Cadent Company
1:45 PM Fireside Chat

Josh Blacksmith, Head of Global Integrated Marketing, Experiences & Digital Transformation, Kimberly-Clark

Moderated by: Lindsey Danek, Vice President, Central and Canada, IAS
2:15 PM Crafting Sweet Collaborations in Chocolate

Jane Hwang, Global Portfolio Vice President and Managing Director, M&M’S, Mars

Moderated by: Cathy Leous, Azure Sales Director – Retail and Consumer Goods, Microsoft
2:45 PM Networking Break
3:00 PM 2025 Media Trends & Predictions

Alex Birchmeier, Senior Director of Marketing Activation, Conagra

Jenna Vondrasek, Head of Omni Shopper Marketing, Kraft Heinz

Moderated by: Andy McKeever, Head of Industry, Roku
3:30 PM McDonald's Loyalty Evolution

Katja Lemke, US Loyalty & Rewards Manager, McDonald’s

Moderated by: Sara Camden, Head of Marketing, North America & EMEA, InMobi
4:00 PM Shaping the Future: Key Insights for 2025

Jessica Curry, Senior Vice President, Midwest Sales, Teads

Lorenzo Papa, SVP, Strategic Partnerships , Captivate

Marla Wastler, VP of Sales, Midwest, Playwire

Moderated by: Abby Miller, Sr. Manager, Consumer Insights, Molson Coors Beverage Company
4:30 PM Fireside Chat

Kevin Conroy Smith, CEO and Founder, Number Project

Steven Galanis, CEO, Cameo
5:00 PM Happy Hour, hosted by Molson Coors