Digiday Media Buying Summit

October 15-17, 2024 || Palm Springs, CA

The Digiday Media Buying Summit equips you with the knowledge, strategies and connections you need to navigate the ever-changing media buying and marketing landscape.

This year’s summit will explore the challenges and opportunities shaping media buying and marketing: harnessing the power of the creator economy, embracing connected TV, unlocking the power of retail media networks, the pros and cons of automated buying, cultivating a diverse staff to ensure a plurality of thought, the future of connected TV and so much more.

Beyond the Sessions: This summit is more than just learning. Connect with industry leaders, brand executives and fellow media buyers. Share best practices, forge valuable connections and gain the insights you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Prices on passes rise after September 3. Add a reminder to your calendar.

Speakers

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    Kristi ArgyilanALBERTSONS MEDIA COLLECTIVESVP, RETAIL MEDIA
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    Kamran AshgarCROSSMEDIACEO
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    John ConnorsBOATHOUSECEO, CO-FOUNDER
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    Eric DahanMIGHTY JOYFOUNDER
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    Will FergusonTAG AMERICAS CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER
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    Reshma KarnikBARKLEYOKRPCHIEF MEDIA OFFICER
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    Janis MiddletonGUIDED BY GOODEVP, CHIEF INCLUSION OFFICER
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    Priscilla MuiMIQHEAD OF COMMERCE STRATEGY
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    Lou PascalisAD FONTES MEDIACHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER
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    Kimmy PhanWHALARSENIOR DIRECTOR, MEASUREMENT & ANALYTICS
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    Tucker MathesonMARKACYCO-CEO, CO-FOUNDER
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    Ted McNultyADDAPTIVEVP, SALES
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    Christopher MorseALLIANTSENIOR DIRECTOR, PLATFORM PARTNERSHIPS
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    Jeff RatnerQUIGLEY SIMPSONPRESIDENT, MEDIA, ANALYTICS, & DATA
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    Kevin RettigMARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL SR DIRECTOR, MARKETING PLATFORMS & PRIVACY
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    Owen SiddCAPTIV8VICE PRESIDENT, BRAND PARTNERSHIPS
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    Remy StilesKEPLERCEO, NORTH AMERICA
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Agenda

1:30 p.m. PT
Registration Opens
2:00 p.m. PT
Opening Remarks & Key Trends
speaker

Michael Bürgi

SENIOR EDITOR, MEDIA BUYING AND PLANNING

DIGIDAY

speaker

Antoinette Siu

MEDIA AGENCY REPORTER

DIGIDAY

speaker

Marty Swant

SENIOR REPORTER, MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY

DIGIDAY

2:05 p.m. PT
Keynote Address with Crossmedia’s Kamran Ashgar
speaker

Kamran Ashgar

CEO

CROSSMEDIA

speaker
Moderator
Michael Bürgi
2:25 p.m. PT
Session with Simulmedia
2:40 p.m. PT
Session with Tucker Matheson, CEO of Markacy
speaker

Tucker Matheson

CO-CEO, CO-FOUNDER

MARKACY

speaker
Moderator
Antoinette Siu
3:00 p.m. PT
Session with Channel Factory
3:15 p.m. PT
The CMO’s Metamorphosis: Mastering Tech & Leading the Charge

The Chief Marketing Officer role has undergone a dramatic shift in recent years. No longer solely focused on brand storytelling and messaging, today’s CMO is a tech-savvy leader who must navigate a complex landscape of digital tools, data analytics, and emerging technologies. In this session, we’ll get an agency’s perspective on the increasingly complicated role of CMO.

speaker

John Connors

CEO, CO-FOUNDER

BOATHOUSE

speaker
Moderator
Michael Bürgi
3:35 p.m. PT
Session with Alliant
3:45 p.m. PT
Navigating the Ethical Landscape: Responsible Media

The media landscape is changing rapidly, fueled by innovation and driven by an ever-increasing focus on privacy and ethical practices. In this session, we’ll explore the critical intersection of responsible media, privacy, and regulations.

speaker

Lou Pascalis

CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER

AD FONTES MEDIA

speaker
Moderator
Marty Swant
4:05 p.m. PT
Networking & Coffee Break
4:15 p.m. PT
Town Hall & Challenge Board

Sandbox Sessions:

Cognitiv –

MIQ – The Advertiser’s Guide to the CTV and Commerce Convergence

AdDaptive –

speaker

Priscilla Mui

HEAD OF COMMERCE STRATEGY

MIQ

speaker

Ted McNulty

VP, SALES

ADDAPTIVE

5:15 p.m. PT
VIP Welcome Reception

By invitation only

5:30 p.m. PT
8-Minute Meetings

Round 1!
The 8-Minute Meetings are designed to help connect participants with innovative technology platforms and build valuable business relationships.

7:00 p.m. PT
Cocktail Reception

Join us for a cocktail to wrap day one of the summit. Open to all.

7:30 p.m. PT
Dinner with Strangers

Don’t have dinner plans? Join other event attendees for a lively dinner + drinks. Digiday has made a reservation for the group. Please note that costs are at your discretion.

9:00 p.m. PT
After Hours Hangout
8:30 a.m. PT
Breakfast
9:00 a.m. PT
Welcome Back
speaker

Michael Bürgi

SENIOR EDITOR, MEDIA BUYING AND PLANNING

DIGIDAY

speaker

Antoinette Siu

MEDIA AGENCY REPORTER

DIGIDAY

speaker

Marty Swant

SENIOR REPORTER, MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY

DIGIDAY

9:05 a.m. PT
Harnessing the Power of Creators:

Unlock the secrets to building a thriving presence within the creator economy. Explore how creators leverage their talent, personality, and the right technology stack to build followings and drive engagement. Learn how to integrate these creators into your media buys for an authentic and impactful approach.

speaker

Eric Dahan

FOUNDER

MIGHTY JOY

speaker

Kimmy Phan

SENIOR DIRECTOR, MEASUREMENT & ANALYTICS

WHALAR

speaker

Owen Sidd

VICE PRESIDENT, BRAND PARTNERSHIPS

CAPTIV8

speaker
Moderator
Antoinette Siu
9:25 a.m. PT
Privacy and Data with Marriott International
speaker

Kevin Rettig

SR DIRECTOR, MARKETING PLATFORMS & PRIVACY

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL

speaker
Moderator
Marty Swant
9:45 a.m. PT
Session with Resonate
10:00 a.m. PT
The Future of Retail Media: Insights from Albertsons Media Collective

Join Kristi Argyilan, Senior Vice President of Albertsons Media Collective, for a deep dive into the latest trends and innovations in retail media. As a leading retail media network, Albertsons Media Collective offers unique insights into the opportunities and challenges facing advertisers and brands.

speaker

Kristi Argyilan

SVP, RETAIL MEDIA

ALBERTSONS MEDIA COLLECTIVE

speaker
Moderator
Michael Bürgi
10:20 a.m. PT
Sponsor Session
10:30 a.m. PT
Coffee Break
10:40 a.m. PT
Balancing Performance and Branding: A Panel Discussion

In today’s competitive landscape, agencies must balance driving performance and maintaining a strong brand identity. This panel discussion will explore strategies and best practices for effectively balancing these two crucial elements.

11:00 a.m. PT
Town Hall

Join this open and honest discussion to delve into the industry’s challenges and opportunities. This discussion will be conducted under Chatham House Rules and will begin with Digiday’s exclusive research and its infamous Challenge Board.

We’ll devise solutions to some key challenges discussed on Day 1.

Sandboxes:

Tatari –

Quizlet –

12:00 p.m. PT
Lunch
1:00 p.m. PT
Afternoon Activities

Use this time to get fresh air, catch up on emails, or take a quick nap. We’ll see you back at the conference at 5:30 pm.

5:30 p.m. PT
8-Minute Meetings

The 8-Minute Meetings are designed to help connect participants with innovative technology platforms and build valuable business relationships.

6:30 p.m. PT
Cocktail Reception

Join us for a cocktail to wrap up day two of the summit. Open to all.

7:30 p.m. PT
Dinner with Friends

Don’t have dinner plans? Join other event attendees for a lively dinner + drinks. Digiday has made a reservation for the group. Please note that costs are at your discretion.

9:00 p.m. PT
After Hours Hangout
8:30 a.m. PT
Breakfast
9:00 a.m. PT
Welcome Back
speaker

Michael Bürgi

SENIOR EDITOR, MEDIA BUYING AND PLANNING

DIGIDAY

speaker

Antoinette Siu

MEDIA AGENCY REPORTER

DIGIDAY

speaker

Marty Swant

SENIOR REPORTER, MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY

DIGIDAY

9:05 a.m. PT
Navigating the Rise of Commerce: Insights from an Agency CEO

Join Remy Stiles, CEO of Kempler, for a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative impact of commerce on the marketing landscape. As a leading agency, [Agency Name] has witnessed the rapid growth and evolution of commerce, from e-commerce to social commerce.

speaker

Remy Stiles

CEO, NORTH AMERICA

KEPLER

speaker
Moderator
Michael Bürgi
9:25 a.m. PT
Sponsor Session
9:40 a.m. PT
Driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Media Buying

Join a panel of industry experts for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the media buying landscape. Our esteemed panelists, Janis Middleton, Chief Inclusion Officer at Guided by Good, and Reshma Karnik, Chief Media Officer at Barkley OKRP, will share their insights and experiences on the impact of DEI on agency culture, client relationships, and overall business success.

speaker

Janis Middleton

EVP, CHIEF INCLUSION OFFICER

GUIDED BY GOOD

speaker

Reshma Karnik

CHIEF MEDIA OFFICER

BARKLEYOKRP

speaker
Moderator
Antoinette Siu
10:00 a.m. PT
Sponsor Session
10:10 a.m. PT
Mastering Media Mix Modeling: A Conversation with Marilois Snowman

Understanding how media mix modeling can help optimize media spend, improve campaign performance, and drive business results.

speaker
Moderator
Michael Bürgi
10:30 a.m. PT
Closing Remarks & Key Takeaways

Hear a summary and key takeaways from 3 days of content.

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Attendees

Sponsors

Venue

The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage

68900 Frank Sinatra Drive Rancho Mirage
CA 92270

Pass Options

Connect Pass
$3,195
  • Early Rate
    Price increases to $3,395 after Sept. 3
  • • Access to three days of key insights and honest discussion
  • Three one-on-one 8-Minute Meetings with executives of your choice
  • • Early access to book the one-to-one meetings of your choice
  • • Networking functions including meals, cocktail receptions, attendee activities and more
  • • Access to our meeting scheduler to help you find the perfect prospects
  • Media buying execs: You may be eligible for a discounted Agency Pass. Contact us here to find out.
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Best Value
Premium Connect Pass
$4,695
  • Early Rate
    Price increases to $5,195 after Sept. 3
  • • Access to three days of key insights and honest discussion
  • Five one-on-one 8-Minute Meetings with executives of your choice
  • • Early access to book the one-to-one meetings of your choice
  • • Networking functions including meals, cocktail receptions, attendee activities and more
  • • Access to our meeting scheduler to help you find the perfect prospects
  • Media buying execs: You may be eligible for a discounted Agency Pass. Contact us here to find out.
Buy Now

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