Overview

Marketing today is more dynamic than ever, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer behaviors, and the need for impactful storytelling. Brands must balance creativity with data-driven insights to stay ahead of the competition and build deeper connections with consumers.

The Marketers' Excellence Conference and Awards, an initiative by afaqs!, brings together top marketing leaders, brand custodians, and industry disruptors to explore the latest marketing strategies, innovations, and trends. From hyper-personalization to AI-driven consumer insights, this conference is designed to help marketers navigate the evolving landscape with actionable insights.

Alongside the conference, the Marketers' Excellence Awards honor outstanding marketing campaigns, breakthrough strategies, and pioneering work across multiple categories. It recognizes brands, agencies, and individuals who have successfully redefined marketing excellence with their creativity, effectiveness, and impact.


Key Highlights

Inspiring Keynotes

by top marketing leaders

Insightful Panel
Discussions

featuring industry experts

Case Studies

showcasing marketing
success stories

Networking
Opportunities

with leading professionals

Key Themes

The evolution of AI and automation in modern marketing strategies

Data-driven decision-making and predictive analytics for customer engagement

The future of experiential marketing and brand storytelling

The power of personalization: Balancing automation and human creativity

Emerging trends in influencer marketing and creator-led campaigns

Sustainable marketing and brand authenticity in the digital era

Connected TV: The Missing Link in Your Omnichannel Marketing Strategy

Agenda

09:00 - 10:00 hrs

Registration and Networking


10:00 - 10:10 hrs

Welcome Address by afaqs!


10:10 - 10:30 hrs

Keynote Address: Crafting 1.4 Billion Stories—Marketing for a Diverse India


10:30 - 10:50 hrs

Keynote Interview: The Future Consumer: Understanding Behaviors, Expectations & Values


10:50 - 11:10 hrs

Special Address


11:10 - 11:25 hrs

Networking Giveaways


11:25 - 12:05 hrs

Panel Discussion: The Rise of D2C Brands – Cracking the Growth Code


12:05 - 12:20 hrs

Networking Coffee Break


12:20 - 12:40 hrs

Fireside Chat: From 30-Second Ads to 30-Second Reels: The Future of Brand Creativity


12:40 - 13:10 hrs

Panel Discussion: Screen Shifts: The Evolution of Marketing from TV to OTT to CTV


13:10- 14:15 hrs

Lunch


14:15 - 14:45 hrs

Case Study Presentation: More Than Just an Ad: Crafting Moments That Matter


14:45 - 15:05 hrs

Networking Giveaways


15:05 - 15:35 hrs

Panel Discussion: From Funnels to Flywheels: Rethinking Brand Growth in the Experience Economy


15:35 - 16:00 hrs

Fireside Chat: Strategic Storytelling to C-Suite Success: The Marketer’s Leadership Playbook


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