2025 Agenda



Day Two: Wednesday 21 May 2025


09:00 - 09:30

Registration and refreshments

09:30 - 09:35

Chairs’ opening remarks

09:35 - 10:00

Transforming Media Consumption: Insights from the Podcast Revolution

Keynote

10:00 - 10:15

Elastic Brands: Adapting to Market Fluctuations in Retail

Keynote

10:15 - 10:40

Gen Z in Media: Are They the Future or Just a Fad?

Debate

    Moderated by Debate Mate

    • How does Gen Z’s unique worldview challenge traditional media narratives? Are their experiences reshaping industry standards? 
    • Work ethics: Are their demands for flexibility and purpose in the workplace revolutionary or unrealistic? 
    • Are Gen Z pushing the industry towards a more equitable and inclusive landscape? 
    • What strategies should media companies adopt to nurture Gen Z talents effectively? Are current training programmes sufficient?

    *During the debate sessions, speakers are assigned opposing positions to present diverse perspectives. They aren’t necessarily advocating for their personal views or the beliefs of the brands they represent, but rather contributing to a balanced discussion that encourages deeper conversation and critical thinking. 

    10:40 - 10:55

    Lightning Round: Why Your Brand Can’t Afford to Miss Out On…

    Debate

    In this dynamic session, each partner will have just five minutes to deliver a compelling pitch, showcasing their offerings as essential priorities for your next investment.

    They’ll emphasise the urgency and relevance of their services or solutions in today’s fast-paced market, providing critical insights that brands cannot afford to overlook.

    Get ready for a high-energy competition where innovation meets necessity!

    10:55 - 11:25

    Networking break and breakout to HUBS

    Hub Networking Break

    11:25 - 11:50

    HUB D1: Harnessing Media and Brand Power to Put the Spotlight on Social Change

    Hub

    11:25 - 11:50

    HUB D2: How is Social Media Shifting and How Should Brands Adapt in a Rapidly Evolving Digital World?

    Hub

    11:25 - 11:50

    HUB D3: Game On: Harnessing Gamification to Revolutionise Media in 2026

    Hub

    11:50 - 12:00

    Switchover between HUBS

    Hub

    12:00 - 12:25

    HUB E1: Mind Over Media: Strategies for Prioritising Mental Wellness in a High-Pressure Industry

    Hub

    12:00 - 12:25

    HUB E2: The Great Outdoors: Redefining Advertising Beyond the Screen

    Hub

    12:00 - 12:25

    HUB E3:

    Hub

    12:25 - 13:10

    Networking Lunch

    Networking Break

    13:10 - 13:45

    The Game Changer: Media as a Powerful Catalyst for Social Transformation

    Keynote

    13:45 - 14:00

    Campaign and Chairs’ Closing Remarks