Agenda | MMA Global

Agenda

Monday, April 14, 2025

12:00 PM – 13:00 PM

Savor & Connect: A Gourmet Networking Lunch Experience

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.

13:00 PM – 13:10 PM

MMA Welcoming Remarks

Business Development & Growth Director– MENA
MMA Global

13:10 PM – 13:40 PM

NEXT! in Brand vs. Performance in a Mobile-First World

How should brands navigate the digital landscape and balance long-term brand equity with short-term performance goals in a mobile-first market? In this session, industry leaders will share strategies specific to the Saudi market, exploring how to allocate resources effectively, navigate shifting marketing budgets, and reach both in-market and out-market users for sustainable growth.

Co-Founder & Managing Director KSA
Acquisit
Digital Media Performance Lead
Mindshare KSA
Media Director - KSA
Havas Media ME
Moderator
General Manager
InMobi

13:40 PM – 14:10 PM

NEXT! in Beyond Destinations – Crafting Unforgettable Experiences

In an ever-evolving landscape, brands must adapt to shifting consumer behaviors, digital transformation, and sustainability expectations. This session will explore strategies for engaging travellers, from leveraging AI-driven personalization to harnessing the power of influencer marketing and immersive experiences. Discover how leading brands are redefining storytelling, optimizing customer journeys, and creating unforgettable travel experiences that drive loyalty and conversion.

Joint MD
MSQ Middle East
Director of Sales and Marketing
Radisson Blu
Corporate Communication Director
ASFAR
Moderator
MMA MEA CEO
MMA Global

14:10 PM – 14:30 PM

Coffee Break

14:30 PM – 15:00 PM

NEXT! in Retail Reimagined: Harnessing AI, Social Commerce, and AR for E-Commerce Success

The digital transformation of retail and e-commerce is accelerating. Powered by new technologies that are redefining the customer experience, this session will explore key digital innovations shaping the future of retail marketing and consumer engagement. It will cover the rise of AI in e-commerce marketing, the inclusion of AR and the future of social commerce, with social platforms becoming a retail powerhouse.

General Manager KSA
Brands for Less
CMO
PLAYHERA
CEO
A2Z Media
Executive Director of Marketing and Digital,
Alat
Moderator
Business Development & Growth Director– MENA
MMA Global

15:00 PM – 15:15 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.

Creative Director
Science & Sunshine

15:15 PM – 15:30 PM

NEXT! in the Third Evolution of Marketing

GM, KSA
Platformance

15:30 PM – 15:40 PM

MMA Closing Remarks

MMA MEA CEO
MMA Global
 

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