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August 21, 2026 Fairfield by Marriott, Mumbai
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Overview

The media ecosystem is entering its most transformative phase yet. AI-led planning, commerce-driven discovery, fragmented consumer attention, retail media growth, creator-led influence, and evolving measurement frameworks are fundamentally reshaping how brands invest in media.

Today's marketers are expected to deliver precision targeting, measurable business outcomes, culturally relevant storytelling, and long-term brand equity — all while navigating an increasingly complex and privacy-conscious environment.

The afaqs! MediaQuest Summit 2026 brings together India's leading CMOs, media strategists, planners & buyers, agency leaders, digital innovators, platform specialists, and growth marketers to decode the next era of media planning and buying.

From AI-powered media intelligence and retail media networks to live sports, connected TV, creator commerce, and unified measurement frameworks — the summit will spotlight the trends, technologies, and strategic thinking defining the future of media investments.

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What to Expect

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Key Highlights

  • Visionary Keynotes from India's Leading Media & Marketing Leaders
  • Strategic Conversations on the Future of Media Investments
  • Deep-Dive Panels on AI, Retail Media, Commerce & Measurement
  • Real-World Brand Case Studies & Exclusive Fireside Chats
  • Networking with India's Top Advertisers, Agencies & Platforms
  • Insights into Consumer Attention, Culture & Content Ecosystems
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Key Theme

  • AI-Powered Media Planning & Predictive Intelligence
  • Retail Media Networks & Commerce-Led Advertising
  • Attention Metrics vs. Traditional Reach & Impressions
  • The Future of Measurement in a Privacy-First World
  • Connected TV, OTT & Cross-Screen Media Strategies
  • Creator Economy, Influencer Media & Community-Led Growth
  • Brand Building vs. Performance Marketing in 2026
  • Sports, Live Experiences & Culture-Led Media Investments
  • Hyper-Personalization Through Data & Automation
  • The Rise of Commerce Content & Shoppable Media
  • Programmatic Evolution: Beyond Automation
  • Media Fragmentation & Unified Consumer Journeys
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Who Should Attend?

  • CMOs & Chief Growth Officers
  • Media Buying & Planning Leaders
  • Brand & Marketing Heads
  • Digital, Performance & Growth Marketers
  • Media Agencies & Independent Networks
  • Retail Media & Commerce Leaders
  • OTT, Streaming & Platform Specialists
  • Creator Economy & Influencer Marketing Professionals
  • AdTech, MarTech & AI Solution Providers
  • Data, Analytics & Consumer Insights Team

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: Media in the Age of Intelligence: Reimagining Planning, Buying & Growth

10:30 - 10:50 hrs

Leadership Interview: The AI-Led Media Organisation: What Changes Next?

10:50 - 11:10 hrs

Partner Session

11:10 - 11:25 hrs

MQS Quiz

11:25 - 12:05 hrs

Leadership Panel: Where Will the Next ₹1000 Crore of Media Spend Go?

12:05 - 12:20 hrs

Networking Coffee Break

12:20 - 12:40 hrs

Fireside Chat: Creators, Communities & Commerce: The New Media Flywheel

12:40 - 13:10 hrs

Panel Discussion: Retail Media Networks: The Fastest Growing Ad Economy

13:10 - 14:15 hrs

Lunch

14:15 - 14:45 hrs

Special Session: Attention Economy: Measuring What Truly Matters

14:45 - 15:05 hrs

Networking Giveaways

15:05 - 15:35 hrs

Fireside Chat: Connected TV, OTT & the Battle for Premium Attention

15:35 - 16:00 hrs

Closing Keynote: Building Brands in an Age of Infinite Media

To be announced soon!
*Note: The timings of this agenda are subject to change.

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August 21, 2026 · Fairfield by Marriott, Mumbai

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