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Agenda

Monday, February 17, 2025

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Connect Over Breakfast: Fuel Your Day and Connections

MMA invites you to network and enjoy a well-rounded morning experience with a breakfast buffet featuring a diverse array of pastries, savory delights, seasonal fruits, and a variety of beverages.

    10:10 AM – 10:20 AM

    MMA Welcoming Remarks

    MMA MEA CEO
    MMA Global
    Business Development & Growth Director– MENA
    MMA Global

    10:20 AM – 10:35 AM

    NEXT! in Gen Z Media Trends 2025

    We are witnessing a rapid evolution of the media landscape, increasingly driven by sophisticated algorithms. In this expansive world, media is playing a growing role in our lives, becoming 100% addressable, shoppable, and accountable. Much of this change is driven by Gen Z's obsession with personalized experiences, quality, and sustainability. This session will dive into the top media trends for 2025 and explore how these trends will shape the way brands tap into the shifting consumer behavior of the influential Gen Z audience in the region, whose growing buying power is set to make a significant impact. Each trend discussion will conclude with clear takeaways for marketers and brands, highlighting significant implications for future campaigns and budget allocations.

    Managing Director
    Carat MENA

    10:35 AM – 11:05 AM

    NEXT! in Game-Changing Tech: Transforming Engagement in Sports Marketing

    The sports marketing industry is undergoing a huge transformation across the Middle East. Fueled by increased participation and advanced technologies that enhance how brands engage with fans, deliver personalized experiences, and drive consumer behavior. This session will explore how the combination of data, AI, AR, and wearables is revolutionizing fan engagement and helping sports marketers create deeper connections with audiences.

    Founder and CEO
    NASR ESPORTS
    Head of Marketing
    Fitness First MENA
    Global Marketing Manager
    Sport Endorse
    Moderator
    Senior Director
    DUNE | 23

    11:05 AM – 11:20 AM

    NEXT! in Reinventing Communications & Marketing with AI

    Communications Director, CEMA
    Microsoft

    11:20 AM – 11:40 AM

    Coffee Break

    Join us for a refreshing coffee break where you can recharge and make valuable connections.

      11:40 AM – 11:55 AM

      NEXT! in the Future of Digital Advertising in the MENA Region

      Marketing in the MENA region is evolving rapidly, requiring brands to adapt global tech and data solutions to local cultural and behavioural dynamics. This session will highlight the challenges of changing consumer behaviours, cross-platform targeting, and optimizing marketing budgets. Learn how Digimotive leverages content consumption, geo-based data, AI tools, and global tech integrations to drive engagement and deliver impactful results.

      Regional Director
      Digimotive

      11:55 AM – 12:25 PM

      NEXT! in Leveraging Technology and Innovation to Enhance Marketing Effectiveness and Efficiency

      As the UAE continues its rapid transformation as a global business hub, the marketing landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by technological advancements, innovation, and shifting consumer behaviours. This session will delve into the latest tools, strategies, and emerging technologies that are reshaping marketing efforts, helping businesses achieve greater effectiveness and efficiency in a competitive and digitally dynamic market.

      Head of Creative Strategy MENA
      Snapchat
      VP, Destination Marketing and Communications
      Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
      Managing Director
      TRKKN MENA
      Moderator
      Business Development & Growth Director– MENA
      MMA Global

      12:25 PM – 12:40 PM

      NEXT! in SMARTIES UNPLUGGED

      SMARTIES Unplugged explores 2024 award winning campaigns. During this session you will hear from last year's gold winners, sharing a case study of their award-winning campaign. This behind-the-scenes session will share an example of an innovative marketing campaign that captured attention, demonstrated creativity and delivered measurable results, making a direct impact to the business.

      Associate Media Director
      Publicis Media
      Marketing Manager
      Haleon

      12:40 PM – 12:50 PM

      MMA Closing Remarks

      MMA MEA CEO
      MMA Global

      12:50 PM – 14:00 PM

      Savor & Connect: A Gourmet Networking Lunch Experience

      Our lunch not only offers a diverse menu with fresh salads, international and Arabic dishes, and delightful desserts but also provides an ideal setting for networking, making it a complete and enriching culinary and social experience.

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