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Sir Martin Sorrell is Founder and Executive Chairman of S4 Capital plc, the tech led, new age / new era digital advertising and marketing services company for global, multinational, regional and local clients, and millennial-driven influencer brands.

Sir Martin was Founder and CEO of WPP for 33 years, building it from a £1 million ‘shell’ company in 1985 into the world’s largest advertising and marketing services company. When Sir Martin left in April 2018, WPP had a market capitalisation of over £16 billion, revenues of over £15 billion, profits of approximately £2 billion and over 200,000 people in 113 countries. Prior to that, Sir Martin was Group Financial Director of Saatchi & Saatchi plc for nine years and worked for James Gulliver, Mark McCormack and Glendinning Associates before that.

In 2018, S4Capital merged with MediaMonks, the leading AdAge A-listed creative digital content production company, and then with MightyHive, the market-leading digital media solutions provider for future thinking marketers and agencies. Since then, MediaMonks and MightyHive have combined with more than 30 companies.

In August 2021, S4Capital launched its unitary brand by combining MediaMonks and MightyHive into Media.Monks. As the operational brand, Media.Monks underpins S4Capital's agility, digital knowledge and efficiency and is the next step in delivering on its foundational promise to unify Content, Data&digital media and Technology services with over 8,000 people in 32 countries. S4Capital is listed on the London Stock Exchange under SFOR.L.

Sir Martin supports a number of leading business schools and universities, including his alma maters, Harvard Business School and Cambridge University, and a number of charities, including his family foundation. He was ranked the second best-performing CEO in the World by the Harvard Business Review in 2016 and 2017, and received the Harvard Business School Alumni Achievement Award. He has also been nominated as one of the TIME 100: The Most Influential People. He is also an Honorary Fellow of Christ’s College, Cambridge and a Director of Bloomberg Philanthropies.

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www.aimagination.com

Frédéric is an avid entrepreneur based in Los Angeles. He is the co-founder and Head of Gen AI at [Ai]magination, the first Creative AI Content Studio for brands and agencies, as well as the co-founder and CEO of FRED & FARID Group, a highly awarded independent Creative/Culture advertising agency based in Los Angeles, New York, Paris, Shanghai. As an expert in brand building, Frédéric is currently exploring and leading the conversation on how brands can use Gen AI to their advantage. An ardent supporter of human-driven ideation and human-powered creativity, Frédéric believes that Gen AI might be the new Formula 1 race car, but the pilot will always be the Creative. To date, Frédéric and his team at [AI]magination has generated over 500 series and 50 videos, many of which can be viewed at aimagination.com Across [Ai]magination and FRED & FARID Group, Frédéric has worked with companies such as Alibaba, Amazon, Google, Heineken NV, Hewlett-Packard, Kering, L’Oreal, LVMH, NBC, Pernod Ricard, Rémy Cointreau, Richemont, SG bank, State Farm, Tencent, The Coca-Cola Company, and Volkswagen SG. As a writer, Frédéric has signed multi-awarded creations such as Pepsi Dead Poets, Aucland.com Fire, Robbie Williams’ Rock DJ, XBOX Champagne, Wrangler We Are Animals (Cannes Lions GP), Louis XIII 100 Years. He has served as jury member in all award shows, including Cannes Lions Titanium, and Foreman of D&AD Art Direction. 

The agency Notable Quotes:

* Mr Antonio Lucio: ‘Fred & Farid is a true business and creative partner for HP. They are agile and flexible. Their approach to creativity and the quality of their work is the result of their diversity of talents and global mindset.’ 

* Sir John Hegarty: 'There should be more agencies challenging the status quo. Fred & Farid is a great example of a young independent agency that has succeeded brilliantly.' 

 

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Ghassan Kassabji is a seasoned business leader with over 30 years of experience in business development, marketing, and advertising across the U.S., GCC, and MEA regions. He currently serves as the CEO of Omnicom’s Impact BBDO Dubai and Chief Growth Officer for MENA, where he oversees the growth and operations of one of the most awarded agencies globally and a dominant player in the region for over 40 years.

Before his tenure at Impact BBDO, Kassabji spearheaded the transformation of Extend, a Saudi-owned ad network, into a full-service digital creative and media agency. He also spent 15 years with TBWA\RAAD, holding senior positions such as Chief Development Officer and Managing Director. A standout achievement from this time was leading Nissan’s digital transformation across Africa, the Middle East, and India as Managing Director of Nissan United, TBWA’s dedicated unit for the automotive giant.  

With extensive experience spanning multiple industries and markets, Kassabji is a respected figure in the regional advertising landscape and a keynote speaker on digital marketing and creativity.  

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Neil Patel is the co-founder of NP Digital. The Wall Street Journal calls him a top influencer on the web, Forbes says he is one of the top 10 marketers, and Entrepreneur Magazine says he created one of the 100 most brilliant companies. Neil is a New York Times bestselling author and was recognized as a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 30 by President Obama and a top 100 entrepreneur under the age of 35 by the United Nations.

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Partha is an alumnus of Indian Institute of Technology-Kharagpur and Indian Institute of Management-Ahmedabad. In his career spanning over 30 years, Partha had been a Nuclear Design Engineer, a Banker, a Strategy and Marketing Head of Media and Internet companies and an Advertising Strategist. He has worked with companies like Citibank N.A, Ogilvy & Mather, Zee, Publicis, BBH, & McCann World Group. Currently he is President & Chief Brand Officer with Bennett, Coleman & Co Ltd-- the company that publishes The Times of India, The Economic Times, and many other marquee newspapers.

He is the Chairman & Board member of ASCI, Immediate Past President of The Advertising Club, India Representative of Cannes Lions, Managing Committee Member IAA and serves on the Board of Indian Newspaper Society.

He has won many accolades internationally including the planner and business development person of the year in the Asia Pacific region. He has also won several awards in Effies, WARC, Cannes Lion including some grand prix.

On the personal front, Partha is a voracious reader, an ardent Arsenal fan and loves listening to Indian classical music.

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Casadei names Arianna Casadei General Manager

The daughter of Creative Director Cesare Casadei was previously Communications and Marketing Director

San Mauro Pascoli - Calzaturificio Casadei is pleased to announce the appointment of Arianna Casadei as the company’s General Manager with immediate effect. 

The granddaughter of Quinto e Flora Casadei, who founded the luxury shoe company in 1958, Arianna Casadei is the daughter of Cesare Casadei, the brand’s Creative Director since the Eighties.

Representing the third generation of the Casadei family business, Arianna Casadei, who was born in Rome, grew up immersed in a fascinating world where creativity and artisanal quality have always collided to give shape to unparalleled shoe creations.

Armed with an iron discipline forged by competitive swimming, Arianna started frequenting the fashion industry during the high school years, when she was joining her father on sets and at special events.

A communication graduated from the Bologna University, she was trained in the different areas of the family’s business, before started working for other fashion companies, including Alberta Ferretti and LuisaViaRoma. 

In 2012, Arianna officially joined the Casadei’s communications and marketing department as the first e-commerce and social media manager. In her role, she accelerated the digitalization of the firm, contributing to the establishment of a solid online business.

Also taking care of special projects and curating the relationships with wholesale clients, in 2017 Arianna was promoted to the role of Communications and Marketing Director, overseeing a team focused on promoting the image ofthe shoe brand around the world and creating a deep connection with the final consumers especially through the digital platforms.

In her new role as General Manager of the company, Arianna will be asked to continue grow the business of the brand, embarking on new exciting challenges. While the boost of the online commerce remains a priority, Casadei’s goal is also to consolidate its businessin key areas, including the United States, as well as the Middle and Far East.

At the same time, guided by Arianna, in tight collaboration with Cesare Casadei, the company will continue experiment with technologies, spanning from the adoption of innovative manufacturing methods to the development of a brand identity in the metaverse.

“I’m so proud of what Arianna has achieved over the past few years. Along with being an incredible daughter, she demonstrated to be a savvy, talented business woman”, states Cesare Casadei. “I think that my parents would have agreed with me: she is the right person to guide this company and make it grow. Working with her is a true joy, and I’m so excited for all the amazing things we will achieve together”.

“I’m so grateful for this opportunity”,says Arianna Casadei. “When I started working in our business 10 years ago, I would have never imagined that one day my father would have chosen me to be at the helm of that. It’s a huge responsibility, but I’m aware to be lucky enough to be surrounded by an incredible team of loyal and talented individuals that I’m honored to call family”.

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Andrea Cappi is Chief eBusiness & Omnichannel Officer at Valentino, the haute couture luxury maison. Andrea has over 15 years of experience in the online fashion & luxury industry, and he has held several digital and ecommerce leadership positions as Instore Director at Yoox Group, Chief Digital Officer at Liu Jo and Chief Digital Officer and Direct-To-Consumer Director at Max Mara Group. In 2019 he was named in the “Top 25 Global E-Commerce Power Players” by Coresight Research New York.  

Prior to this, Andrea also worked in the consultancy space in Milano, London, Stockholm, and Atlanta.

Andrea holds a Master of Science degree in computer engineering from University of Modena.

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Pedro is a seasoned innovation & technology strategist with a proven track as expert in blockchain, web3 & emerging technologies, motivated to organize initiatives for change, quick to see opportunities for improvement and conceptualize new solutions. Experienced leader with strategic vision, decision-making & team management skills and high attention to detail, he thrives on the intersection between business & technology, combining vision and strategy with execution both on startups and big corporations.

Pedro is highly skilled in driving cross-technology innovations that bridge traditional industries with cutting-edge digital advancements. As a pioneer in the exploration and implementation of digital passports for the luxury, retail, and fashion sectors his expertise lies in seamlessly integrating blockchain with other emerging technologies to create innovative, scalable solutions that redefine consumer experiences and operational efficiency across high-end markets.

Passionate about knowledge sharing and fostering young talent, he frequently write articles and delivers lectures on Web3 business and technology, coaches aspiring entrepreneurs, supports students in their research, and mentors young individuals with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Pedro regularly participates in conferences and discussion forums, both institutional and private, engaging with key industry leaders and contributing to conversations on the evolution and future of the technology from both individual and societal perspectives

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18 years within the Luxury Industry holding different positions at HQ and Subsidiary level. From Commercial Management, in both local and export markets, to e-commerce. Pierre-Emmanuel is now leading the Retail Solutions area at Cartier, working on innovative projects to improve customer experience and daily operations across all the Maison’s networks.

French luxury brand famous for its high-end jewelry and watches, generating approximately €7 billion in annual revenue; part of the Richemont Group

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Pietro Peligra is an accomplished Italian entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in various industries. He holds a degree in Electronic Engineering, a Master's degree in Marketing, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Pietro's career began as Marketing Manager at Vodafone, then he joined Italia Independent Group as a Managing Partner, guiding the company from its start-up phase through international growth and eventual listing on the Italian Stock Exchange.

Throughout his career, he has co-founded and served as director for three companies listed on the Italian and French Stock Exchange and gained valuable experience in venture capital, working with the Anglo-American fund DN Capital. He currently holds several key positions, including Chairman of the Board of Directors at Portobello SpA, CEO of RS Productions, and CEO of Rolling Stone Italia. Additionally, he serves as a Board Member for various companies.

Pietro's diverse background in technology, marketing, and finance, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, has established him as a respected figure in both the business and investment communities. His leadership continues to drive innovation and growth across multiple sectors.

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Prajakta Koli, with over 17 million followers across social platforms, is one of India’s leading digital creators, actors, and activists. She stars in Netflix’s Mismatched, films such as JugJug Jeeyo, Neeyat, and the upcoming Amazon Prime series Andhera. As UNDP’s first Youth Climate Champion from India, Prajakta actively advocates for climate action and sustainability, representing young voices at global platforms such as the United Nations, COP, and the World Economic Forum, blending her entertainment success with social impact. She also uses her influential voice to regularly raise awareness about gender equality & mental wellness and also serves on the advisory group for Goalkeepers by Gates Foundation. Prajakta will debut as an author with her romance fiction novel, set to be released by HarperCollins by the end of 2024.

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Sissi serves as President of the Berlin Fashion Film Festival, showcasing motion pictures from luxury powerhouses like Bvlgari, Prada, and Hermès since 2012.

At the vanguard of creative industries, commerce, and global cultural affairs, Sissi's award-winning career weaves a tapestry of innovation across academia and industry. Her acclaimed Luxury Brand Management MBA curriculum has been taught at the world's top fashion and business schools including HEC and Yale. From Airbnb to Disney and LVMH, her counsel is sought-after to navigate the ever-shifting tides of consumer behavior and cultural shifts; helping brands design experiences, products, and spaces that enhance how we live, learn, work, and play.

Lauded as a global game-changer by Condé Nast and American Express, Sissi's work has been featured by Forbes and Vogue, echoed through CNN, and found a home in the hallowed halls of London's V&A Museum. She is Chair and Trustee of multiple organizations, including The Hip Hop Museum in New York, backed by JP Morgan Chase and Microsoft, opening in 2025.

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With 19+ years of work experience across Original Content for OTT, Television Shows, Brand Strategy, Consumer Insights and Content Marketing, Tejkarran has an established track record of achieving business objectives and revenue growth through impactful storytelling. He has developed and produced over 500+ hours of original content, 100+ hours of branded content and won 150+ Global and Indian awards. He is passionate about storytelling, consumer insights and data.

His current role is SVP & Head- Originals, Jio Studios and previously he has worked at ZEE5, Maxus (Now Wavemaker), Miditech, Endemol and NDTV.

At Jio Studios, he has brought forth interesting and out of the box story-telling through shows like Inspector Avinash, Apharan 2, Bajao, Rafuchakkar, UP65 and Code M - Season 2.

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Baris Gencel, a relentlessly curious Artist and Creative Director, award winner for United Nation AI for Good 2024

He brings over 23 years of innovation and creativity to the heart of the digital revolution. Currently based in Shanghai working for Lanvin Group as an Director of Digital Transformation and Innovation and He been served as creative director in various global agencies. 

He is from Cyprus, he is an esteemed speaker, writer, and panelist, delivering insightful talks on digital art, Artificial intelligence, creativity, visual communication, experience marketing, generative AI, and creativity. Baris keeps pushing the boundaries of visual experiences with new technologies. His innate ability to manipulate technology innovatively combined with his consistent curiosity and his obsession for nature have resulted in the development and execution of unusual works. He is a rare hybrid creative talent who keeps reinventing himself, serving nature.

Voice for Nature and Animals / NGO Engagements: 

As an artist, I express a deep and abiding love for all wildlife, taking a stand as an advocate against the extinction of species and a staunch defender of our oceans. It is my fervent hope that this profound love for nature will kindle a passion in others to cherish, protect, and preserve it—not merely as a source of life but life itself. Through my art collections, I weave a narrative that beckons viewers to contemplate our intricate connection with the natural world and to join in the fervent call for the preservation of every living being on this shared planet.

I have been supporting animal organizations in local and global level.

Currently I am Artist for Sea Shepherds Global.

I have been volunteer for PETA China as well. 

Innovation Catalyst in GenAI Web3, Digital Fashion, and NFTs:

As a creative coach last few year at London International Awards (LIA), Baris is a catalyst for innovation. His journey is marked by a ceaseless pursuit of reinvention and excellence, exploring cutting-edge domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Digital Fashion, NFTs, and the transformative realm of Web3. His talks cover a spectrum from digital fashion, digital art, artificial intelligence, and creativity to generative AI.

Global Engagements:

Baris's impactful presence is felt on the global stage, with a multitude of conferences and events, some highlights are:

China Future Fashion Conference 2019 (June): Panel Moderator and Speaker on Digital Fashion and the Chinese Digital Ecosystem.

APAC Conference New Technologies and Future of Experience in Fashion and Retail: Speaker, unraveling the potential of cutting-edge technologies in fashion and retail.

METAVERSE CONFERENCE MONACO: Speaker and Panelist about role ofAI in Fashion and Luxury

GEN-AI Conference London 2023 (June & September): Speaker on the convergence of AI with Fashion, WEB3, Advertising, Marketing, and Creativity.

Global Recognition & Showcases:

Beyond speaking engagements, Baris's works have been featured in leading publications, including HYPEBEAST, LuXure Lab, Red-Eye Magazine, Jing Daily Report, and ADOBO. Standout showcases encompass MEWS23 Monaco, NFT Lisbon, and Milano Digital Fashion Week.

Educator & Brand Coach:

Baris extends his influence through enlightening workshops and training sessions at Coca Cola Greater China, Burger King China, and Huawei. As the Future of Retail Coach at Tommy Hilfiger Hong Kong-China, he is committed to shaping the future of the industry.

Published Articles - Interviews & Works:

Baris Gencel's insights have graced the pages of renowned publications, shedding light on the dynamic intersection of technology and creativity: 

HYPEBEAST: Delving into "Artificial Intelligence pushing the boundaries of Fashion."

LuXure Lab: Exploring the role of AI in Digital Fashion and Art.

JINGDAILY: Unveiling the nexus of Fashion, Technology, and AI.

Red-Eye Magazine: Reflecting on "Artificial Intelligence, Creativity & Art." 

Jing Daily Report: Analyzing AI's impact on the Luxury Industry.

ADOBO: Navigating AI's influence on the creative process, from brainstorming to reality.

Brandberries: Diving deep into AI's impact on the creative process.

Works that Showcased:

Baris Gencel's innovative works have left an indelible mark on prestigious platforms and events across the globe:

MEWS23 Monaco: A showcase of digital excellence.

NFT Lisbon: Embracing the NFT space.

NFT Lugano: Continuing to redefine the NFT landscape.

Milano Digital Fashion Week: A prominent presence in the digital fashion capital.

Paris Digital Fashion Week: Contributing to the evolution of digital fashion.

NY Digital Fashion Week: A standout in the iconic New York digital fashion scene.

K11 Six cities across China: Making waves in the Chinese digital art and fashion landscape.

Metaverse Conferences: Active participation and contribution to discussions shaping the metaverse. 

Metaverse HGVIS: A key contributor to HGVIS's exploration of the metaverse.

Metaverse Digital Pride: Celebrating diversity and creativity in the digital space.

These achievements underscore Baris Gencel's impactful journey at the forefront of the digital revolution, fusing art, technology, and creativity in groundbreaking ways.

To continue with detailed showcases, articles, and workshops:

Conference & Events in the subject of AI, Fashion, Retail, Web3, NFT, Metaverse:

Speaker & Panel Moderator ( Panelists: Mulberry CEO, Tommy Hilfiger APAC, Joyce Group, Chow Tai Fook) China Future Fashion: Digital Fashion and Chinese Digital ecosystem Conference 2019 June

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APAC Conference New Technologies and Future of Experience in Fashion and Retail 

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Duo Speech with Isola Zhu “AI to Digital Fashion and to Physical Fashion” Attendees: Hugo Boss, Chanel, Adidas, Nike, Puma, Clo3D PI Apparel Innovation Global Conference Hong Kong 2023 April

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Artificial Intelligence in Fashion, Digital Art and Photography Panel : Role of new technologies in Fashion, Immersive Experiences and AI AI Generated Works has been showcased during the conference Monte Carlo, Monaco, Under Patronage of Prince Albert 2023 May

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AI Fashion X Gaming X WEB3” GEN-AI Conference London 2023 June

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“AI in Fashion X WEB3” GEN-AI Conference London 2023 September

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“AI in Advertising X Marketing X Creativity” Future Conference APAC - Manila 2023 August

Speaker in Metaverse Conferences

Metaverse Conferences Metaverse HGVIS Metaverse Digital Pride

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“The impact of AI on sustainability & digital fashion”
Attendees: DressX, Ecoolska, RHNH , CashLab
DressX X Ecoolska Digital Fashion Event during Milano Fashion week, 2023, September

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Golden Panda Awards China, Role of AI in Creative industries and Story telling.

Works that Showcased:
MEWS23 Monaco
NFT Lisbon
NFT Lugano
Milano Digital Fashion Week
Paris Digital Fashion Week
NY Digital Fashion Week
K11 Six cities across China
Metaverse Conferences
Metaverse HGVIS
Metaverse Digital Pride

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Lucy Maguire is senior trends editor at Vogue Business, leading coverage on fashion, consumer trends, digital strategies and youth culture. She has previously worked with the Vogue Global Network, Suzy Menkes and British Vogue and is an Associate Lecturer in Fashion Business and Management at London College of Fashion. 

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Marie Claire is the Chief Creative Officer across EMEA and the Middle East at the world’s leading public relations consultancy firm, Edelman. Throughout her career, starting in 2006 at BBDO, Marie-Claire has worked with an extensive portfolio of both international and MENA brands across sectors, including Mars, J&J, PepsiCo, Essity and Annahar Newspaper.

Marie Claire has contributed to hugely impactful and effective campaigns driven by her purpose to add value and better the life of others, one idea at a time. In turn her work has earned hundreds of awards in the industry’s leading international and regional shows including Grands Prix at Cannes Lions and the only Yellow Pencil by D&AD for the MENA region in 2022.

Marie Claire was also named the third Most Awarded Executive Creative Director in the world in 2023, ranked as the number one female ECD, Top 3 outstanding woman by Ad Media and winner of the Next Creative Leader at the 3% Conference. Most recently MC was the highest-ranked professional in the region by The Drum World Creative Rankings for both 2023 and 2024.

Her penchant for injecting positivity into life, has led her to study Pranic Healing and to a certification in Professional Kinesiology Practice by ICPKP New Zealand and Kinesiocoach Dubai. She uses the tenants of what she learned to spread a positive culture through public speaking events, with the people she works with and create a healthy, collaborative environment.

In her role as EMEA Chief Creative Officer, Marie leads creative across 13 markets with the mission to create original, impactful, and effective work across Edelman’s specialisms including brand marketing, digital, influencer and entertainment with clients across a breadth of sectors such as energy, financial services, FMCG, travel, health and technology

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Seasoned brand and team builder with 28 years of international experience in luxury fashion

Results-driven merchant with a focus on cultivating iconic brands, connecting with contemporary consumers and driving profitability.

Led the merchandising of multi-billion dollar brands, including Hermès, Chanel, Dior, Versace, and Lanvin, from conception to retail execution.

Excel in buying, planning, merchandising, and retail development. Adept at leading partnerships and executing strategic visions across diverse categories including men’s, women’s, and children’s fashion.

Visionary leader with a collaborative, high-energy approach, dedicated to developing talent and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

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Morin Oluwole is a luxury industry thought leader in digital transformation, business development and innovation. As Director & Global Head of Luxury at Meta (Facebook/Instagram/WhatsApp), she led the global luxury division and managed multiple product and business teams for the past 17 years.

She was formerly Chief of Staff to the CMO, where she developed business strategies for global brand partners. In her prior roles, she led Product Marketing and Public Content Partnerships for the fashion and luxury sector. Prior, she led management consulting at Sachs Consulting in New York.

Morin has been featured in WWD twice, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, Vogue Business, Business of Fashion, Forbes Afrique, Fashion Network, Journal du Luxe, CB News, L'Opinion, Stratégies, Luxus Plus, Luxury Daily, Luxury Society, France 24, Luxe Digital, The New York Times and Black Enterprise.

Morin has a very strong online following and is known for expressing expert points of view on Business, Africa, Entrepreneurship, Mentorship, Lifestyle, Innovation. She has been named as a LinkedIn Top Voice, showcasing the value of her insights for the LinkedIn community.

Morin is on the Board of Directors of Biologique Recherche and Breitling and on the Innovation Council for One&Only Resorts. She was born and raised in Nigeria, speaks four languages (English, French, Spanish and Yoruba) and has lived in the US, UK, and Nigeria.

Morin holds a BA and MA from Stanford University in Human Biology and Sociology and an MA in Business Management from Columbia University. She was a Bill Gates Millennium Scholar and received the Stanford Dean's Award for Academic Excellence - both for 5 consecutive years.

Morin currently resides in Paris.

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AiCi Li is the director at Mars, leading a team bringing the outside-in and the future-back in order to spark innovation, challenge internal thinking, and invent new ways forward in retail and marketing. With 15+ years of experience, AiCi is devoted to putting consumers closer to decisionmaking, bringing seamless and technology-forward solutions to all parts of the business while looking to build community and apply levity to her team, the company, and the retail & marketing industry at large. 

Her experience spans across a variety of industries including automotive, banking, personal care, and food. For the last 8 years, AiCi has focused on the future of retail, as well as pioneering new tools and methodologies to solve for the different needs of the shopper, manufacturer, and retailer. Some notable work include creation of a program leveraging computer vision to optimize store sales, pioneering conversational commerce efforts, and identifying category growth opportunity that also deliver a new revenue model at retail.