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Agenda

Wednesday, December 9, 2026

8:00 AM – 8:55 AM Standard

Open for Registration

9:00 AM – 9:10 AM Remarks

Opening Remarks

CEO & BOD, MMA APAC, Global Head of SMARTIES
MMA Asia Pacific
Managing Director, Vietnam and Cambodia & Board Member Vietnam
MMA Global - APAC
9:15 AM – 9:35 AM Keynote

Vietnam’s Next Growth Frontier: The Role of Marketing in Business Transformation

As Vietnam enters its next phase of economic development, businesses must rethink how they create demand, build competitive advantage and deliver sustainable growth. Explore how marketing, digital innovation and customer-centric leadership contribute to enterprise value.

9:40 AM – 10:00 AM Keynote

The Future Consumer: How Digital Behaviors Are Reshaping Brand Growth

Consumer discovery, media consumption and purchase decisions are evolving across digital platforms. Explore how brands identify emerging behaviors and translate consumer insights into engagement and measurable growth.

10:05 AM – 10:35 AM Panel

CEO Panel

C-Suite Panel: The Growth Leadership Agenda: Building Competitive Advantage in a Changing Economy

Growth increasingly requires leadership across strategy, innovation, customer experience and organizational capabilities. CEOs discuss navigating disruption, capturing opportunities and building resilience in a competitive market.

Moderator
CEO & BOD, MMA APAC, Global Head of SMARTIES
MMA Asia Pacific
10:40 AM – 11:00 AM Keynote

From Campaigns to Customer Ecosystems: The New Rules of Marketing Transformation

Modern marketing is moving beyond isolated campaigns toward connected customer experiences. Explore how organizations integrate media, data, commerce and customer engagement to deepen relationships and unlock growth.

11:05 AM – 11:25 AM Keynote

The Loyalty Advantage: Turning Customer Experience into Lifetime Value

Customer experience is a critical lever for retention, advocacy and profitable growth. Hear how businesses connect service, data and loyalty programs to improve customer lifetime value.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Panel

CMO Panel

C-Suite Panel: Brand Building vs. Performance Marketing: Finding the Right Balance for Sustainable Growth

As pressure for short-term returns intensifies, marketing leaders face choices between immediate conversion and long-term brand equity. Explore how advertisers balance investment, demonstrate effectiveness and deliver sustainable growth.

12:05 PM – 1:20 PM Networking

Morning Closing & Networking Lunch

1:25 PM – 1:30 PM Remarks

Afternoon Welcome Speech by MC

1:35 PM – 1:55 PM Keynote

Creativity Meets Technology: Reinventing Brand Experiences for the Next Generation

Technology opens new possibilities for brands to connect with consumers, while creativity remains essential for relevance. Explore how cultural insights, digital innovation and compelling experiences influence engagement and purchase.

2:00 PM – 2:15 PM Standard

SMARTIES Vietnam - Showcase

2:20 PM – 2:35 PM Standard

SMARTIES Vietnam - Showcase

2:40 PM – 3:10 PM Panel

From Consumer Insights to Commercial Impact: Making Data Work for Growth

Customer data only creates value when translated into better decisions. Explore how brands connect analytics, measurement and experimentation with commercial outcomes.

3:15 PM – 3:30 PM Standard

SMARTIES Vietnam - Showcase

3:35 PM – 3:50 PM Standard

SMARTIES Vietnam - Showcase

3:55 PM – 4:05 PM Remarks

Closing Remarks

CEO & BOD, MMA APAC, Global Head of SMARTIES
MMA Asia Pacific