Agenda – 2025
The Ultimate Playbook: Master the Algorithms, Maximise Your Reach
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THE RETAIL TEA BREAK PODCAST

Melissa Moore
Host, THE RETAIL TEA BREAK PODCAST
Social Shift: Navigating 2025’s Digital Marketing Trends in the Dynamic Social Landscape
KEYNOTE
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JOOLZ

Irene Muller
CMO and Global Brand & Marketing Director, JOOLZ
Irene Muller, Marketing & Brand Director at Joolz, is transforming the stroller industry with
a focus on authenticity, relatability, and sustainability. She leads a purpose-driven brand that
supports parents by addressing the real-life challenges of parenthood while offering
beautifully designed, durable solutions.
As a keynote speaker at the social media conference, Irene will share how Joolz builds
meaningful connections through transparency and purposeful storytelling. By embracing the
paradoxes of parenthood—joy and exhaustion, love and frustration—Joolz has created a
relatable and inclusive narrative that resonates with parents worldwide.
Irene’s leadership has driven innovative campaigns, leveraging organic social media,
influencer collaborations, and a soon-to-launch Joolz community to foster loyalty and trust.
Her vision extends beyond strollers, championing a promising start for every child and
inspiring parents to embrace the realities of their journey with confidence.
Breaking the Growth Barrier: Insider Tactics from the Top-Ranking Social Brands
We analysed over 1,3 million Metricool accounts to uncover the strategies behind the fastest-growing social profiles. You’ll see real-world examples, proven tactics, and the specific strategies that drive explosive results. Get ready to leave with a clear-cut outline to outpace your competition at every stage of the funnel.
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METRICOOL

Isabel Romero
CMO, METRICOOL
Isabel Romero is the CMO and Global Head of Marketing at Metricool. She has been working in digital marketing and SEO for more than 20 years. With 9 years in the company, Isabel was the first to join the founders, contributing decisively to Metricool’s growth since its foundation. She currently leads the international marketing team, developing strategies in digital channels, communication and creativity, as well as managing the expansion into new markets.
As a speaker, mentor and trainer in various marketing schools, Isabel stands out for her ability to transform complex concepts into accessible and applicable ideas, always with the intention of capturing the ideas in a close and practical approach. Her energy to “move mountains” and her ability to turn a team into a family are her hallmarks. Passionate about marketing and social media, Isabel inspires others to keep growing and face new challenges with confidence and determination.
Data-Driven Success: Mastering Social Media Insights
Social media algorithms play a crucial role in influencing buying behaviour by shaping consumer interactions and preferences. The abundance of user-generated content on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube can also significantly alter consumer buying patterns by influencing opinions and decision-making processes based on shared feedback and information Explore the latest tools and techniques for analysing social media performance, the SaaS ecosystem, integrating 3rd party data, understanding audience behaviour, tracking, monitoring and making data-driven decisions to optimise campaigns.
- How do social media algorithms impact buying behaviour?
- Discuss the ethical implications of collecting and analysing user data, including privacy concerns, biases in algorithms, and the potential for manipulation.
- Explore emerging trends and technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing, that are shaping the future of social media analytics and insights.
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INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL

Laura Damm
Senior Marketing & Communication Specialist , INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL
Laura Damm is a Senior Marketing and Communications Specialist with a Master’s degree in Business Information Management and a deep expertise in luxury marketing. With over four years of experience at global brands like L’Oréal and HUGO BOSS, Laura has developed and executed high-impact brand strategies, influencer partnerships, and PR campaigns that drive engagement and media visibility. At HUGO BOSS, Laura spearheaded a campaign celebrating individuality, leveraging talents and experiential marketing to increase media coverage by 300%. At L’Oréal, she coordinated the launch of various make-up and hair care ranges, focusing on influencer marketing and retail events. Passionate about the intersection of fashion, beauty, storytelling, and digital innovation, Laura has worked to build inclusive, purpose-driven campaigns that resonate with relevant audiences. She has always looked for ways to combine her professional work with her passion for community and empowerment. While at HUGO BOSS, Laura collaborated with an independent women’s network in Amsterdam to create networking sessions, featuring inspiring panelists who fostered deep, authentic conversations. These events went beyond traditional brand marketing, creating meaningful interactions that strengthened consumer trust and loyalty. At this conference, she will share insights on building authentic brand narratives, navigating the evolving social media landscape, and crafting PR strategies that drive real impact.


BOOKING.COM

Karla Hernandez Zaldivar
Global Social Media Insights Manager, BOOKING.COM
Born in Mexico, Karla has 13+ years of experience in varied PR, Social Media, Communications and Marketing positions. She holds a Master’s degree in Communication Science with a major in Entertainment Communications from the University of Amsterdam. She started her career at Nissan, managing product PR for Nissan and Infiniti (RedBull Racing) for Mexico and LATAM. In 2013 she joined BBVA to lead Global Marketing


CLOUD NINE

Naomi Horan
Social Media & Influencer Manager, CLOUD NINE
Naomi brings 9 years of industry experience in the social media and influencer space. Working for both brand and agency, her move to CLOUD NINE over 3 years ago sees her leading the global team for all things social and influencer, from strategy through to execution (and everything in between) for the global haircare brand. Launching CLOUD NINE as the first hair electrical brand on TikTok Shop back in 2023.
Moderator


ECOMMERCE MASTERPLAN

Chloë Thomas
Podcast Host, ECOMMERCE MASTERPLAN
Best selling Author, International Speaker, and host of both the Award-winning eCommerce MasterPlan AND Keep Optimising Podcasts.
Chloë is one of the Top 24 Voices in eCommerce 2024 (Dark Matter), and her podcasts are regularly included in lists of the top eCommerce & marketing podcasts in the world.
Chloë Thomas has been in eCommerce since 2003, she’s worked client-side, agency-side, and adviser-side. Over the years she’s helped retailers and brands large and small, and she’s now focused on creating content that helps them make better decisions. The one thing she’s always done is solve eCommerce Marketing Problems.
NETWORKING, 121 MEETINGS & REFRESHMENTS
The Role(s) of Social
“How one strategy isn’t quite enough to get it right.”
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SOCIAL ELEMENT

Thomas Quantrell-Cousins Langan
Head of Strategy, SOCIAL ELEMENT
Discovery commerce in action: What brands can learn from TikTok Shop
- What’s the biggest mindset shift traditional retailers need to make when approaching discovery commerce today?
- TikTok Shop has been a game changer in merging content and commerce — what have been your most surprising lessons so far?
- How do you see the role of creators evolving in the shopping journey over the next 12–18 months?
- What are the most common mistakes brands make when trying to ‘sell’ on TikTok, and how can they course-correct?
FIRESIDE CHAT
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TIKTOK SHOP

Nora Zukauskaite
Marketing Director, TIKTOK SHOP
Moderator


CHANNELX

Chris Dawson
Editor-In-Chief, CHANNELX
Editor of ChannelX (formerly Tamebay). Looking to connect with Brands, Retailers, and Independent business owners selling on marketplace and social channels to share expertise, strategies and learnings.
The Role of Influencer Marketing
Explore how influencers leverage social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat to promote products and services, and how brands can effectively partner with influencers to reach their target audience and drive sales
FIRESIDE CHAT
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GROUPE SEB

Christophe Tavlaridis
Global Social Media & Influence Marketing Manager, GROUPE SEB
Over 12 years’ experience in social media and influence marketing, both for advertisers and agencies.


BEATPORT

Helen Simpson
Global Head of Social Media, BEATPORT


THE FOLIO SOCIETY

Dayana Collazos Ibarra
Social Media Executive, THE FOLIO SOCIETY
Hi I’m Dayana! I’m a social media manager with over three years of experience. I’ve had the chance to work in some really fun industries, from fitness and beauty to hospitality and recruitment. Along the way, I’ve developed growth strategies, built engaging social media accounts, and created content that connects with audiences in meaningful ways.
Moderator


GORDON GLENISTER LTD

Gordon Glenister
Influencer marketing and membership Strategy consultant, GORDON GLENISTER LTD
Gordon Glenister is an influencer marketing expert, podcast host and award winning author on influencer marketing. He founded the Influence division of the Branded Content Marketing Association and is a founder of Employfluence an employee influencer agency. Gordon is a well known speaker at international conferences talking about influencer marketing, personal branding and employee influence.
NETWORKING, 121 MEETINGS & LUNCH
The Billion View Formula: How to Master Storytelling on Social
Most big brands are still treating social media like it’s 2015 – polished ads, campaign calendars, and corporate messaging. Meanwhile, creators and challenger brands are pulling in billions of views by telling better stories, faster. In this high-impact session, Kubbco CEO Chris Kubby reveals the proven formula behind viral social storytelling, the same one that has driven massive results for global brands in the pharma, beauty, and fashion industries.
You’ll learn:
- Why your current content isn’t grabbing attention (and how to fix it).
- The science of a perfect hook – built for 3-second scrolls.
- How to use suspense and stakes to keep people watching and caring.
- Why most brand payoffs flop – and how to turn views into loyalty.
- How to test, tweak, and scale content that actually performs.
- Whether you’re in skincare, sneakers, or science-based wellness, this talk will give you the blueprint to make your content unskippable.
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KUBBCO

Chris Kubbernus
CEO & Founder, KUBBCO
Brand Power Moves: Growth Hacks, Community Building & Reputation Mastery
Unlock the secrets to building a powerful brand presence with proven growth hacks, strategies to grow and sustain your following, and expert tips on fostering authentic community engagement. Learn how to manage your online reputation effectively to cultivate a loyal, long-term customer base. This session dives deep into practical techniques and real-world examples to help you strengthen your brand’s impact and stay ahead in a competitive digital landscape.
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CINEWORLD

Carla Boyd
Senior Social Media & Content Marketing Manager, CINEWORLD
Carla is an award-winning Digital Marketer who has spent the last 9 years at Cineworld Cinemas, looking after the Content Marketing Strategy across Social Media, Influencers, Video, and the Cineworld blog. She also leads on CRM, Email Marketing, and Digital Advertising, with support from her incredible team of direct reports, as well as supporting the Ecommerce and Digital Product teams with website marketing and mobile app updates.
In her limited spare time, Carla has a voluntary second full-time job as mother to a brilliant little boy. It’s a very hands-on role with a steep learning curve, and a trainee who needs a lot of support, but it’s her favourite job so far!


LASTMINUTE.COM

Freya Shah
Social Media Content Manager, LASTMINUTE.COM
A career that began during lockdown by creating a viral video has evolved into a social media success story. Starting as a freelancer crafting content for small businesses, Freya then built a reputation for impactful campaigns, leading to a role with a social content agency. There, she worked with renowned brands like John Lewis, Estée Lauder, Charlotte Tilbury, GHD, Google, and Barclays, turning briefs into bold, results-driven campaigns.
Now at lastminute.com, the focus is shaking up the travel industry by bringing to life a social media strategy designed to cut through the noise. By blending creativity, boldness, and data-driven insight, they’ve redefined how a brand can drive awareness and reach, earning spikes of attention that stand out in an oversaturated feed.
In her spare time, she creates eye-catching transition reels for her own social accounts, experimenting with trends and keeping her creative edge sharp.


DASH SOCIAL

Rachael Nosfor
Strategic Enterprise Lead UK/EU, DASH SOCIAL
Rachael brings over 25 years of strategic business experience to the table, where in recent years, she has specialized in helping both beauty and enterprise brands craft winning formulas for their social strategies. Currently serving as the Strategic Enterprise Lead UK/EU at Dash Social, Rachael is at the forefront of guiding and advising some of the world’s most notable brands.
With a keen eye for market trends and customer needs, Rachael is known for her adaptability to any industry or market. She thrives on collaboration and is delighted to be part of the talented team at Dash Social that empowers her to deliver exceptional results to her customers. In her journey, Rachael is not just a professional; she is a strategic partner for brands looking to thrive in the ever-evolving world of social media.
Moderator


CHANNELX

Chris Dawson
Editor-In-Chief, CHANNELX
Editor of ChannelX (formerly Tamebay). Looking to connect with Brands, Retailers, and Independent business owners selling on marketplace and social channels to share expertise, strategies and learnings.
Beyond Likes and Shares: Driving ROI with Social Ads
Discover effective advertising strategies, from paid social campaigns to influencer partnerships, and understand how to measure and maximise return on investment. Especially important for events and campaigns that fit into your yearly goals.
- Explore strategies for leveraging social media to promote events, increase attendance, and drive engagement.
- Discuss key metrics for tracking the success of social media advertising campaigns, such as click-through rates, conversion rates, and return on ad spend (ROAS).
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SNUG

Lauren Hannifan
Co-Founder & Head of Brand , SNUG
As co-founder of Snug, Lauren disrupted the traditional furniture industry through a social-first, community-driven approach to growth. Snug bootstrapped to £30M annual revenue in under 3 years and was bought by a national £350M retailer. She is now building PiXEL, the UK’s first AI Influencer Talent Agency, bridging emerging generative AI with the creativity needed for modern campaigns. Lauren also consults with forward-thinking brands – from growing scale-ups to global retailers – developing customer-led brand strategies that cut through in a crowded market.


COLRUYT GROUP

Junior Malela
Senior Social Media Strategist, COLRUYT GROUP
For the past 14+ years, I’ve worked across social media, brand strategy, and community building—helping businesses stay relevant, human, and growth-focused.
Over the last six years, I’ve worked as a senior independent strategist for one of Belgium’s largest retail groups—owning strategic responsibility for large-scale digital budgets and contributing to long-term brand and growth decisions across multiple entities.
My role isn’t to make content—it’s to define what matters. I identify patterns in human behavior, decode cultural shifts, and translate them into frameworks that guide platforms, communication, and investment priorities.
I’m also exploring how user-generated content can evolve—beyond influencer culture, toward scalable, strategic ecosystems powered by real people and real moments.


BARNADOS

India Lee Reed
Social Media Manager, BARNADOS
For me, the most important element of a highly engaging ad is the creative. I’m passionate about content creation and would love to bring my knowledge and expertise to help others craft ads that truly convert.
Moderator


TIKTOK SHOP

Nora Zukauskaite
Integrated Marketing Director, TIKTOK SHOP
Mastering the Future of Social Media: Trends, Tech & Algorithm Hacks
Discover the cutting-edge trends shaping social media, from AI innovations and AR/VR integrations to shifts in user behavior. Learn how to harness emerging technologies and algorithms to maximize engagement and stay ahead of the competition.
- Emerging trends in audience behavior & preferences
- Uncover how new tech tools can transform audience interaction
- Learn strategies to optimize engagement by mastering platform algorithms
FIRESIDE CHAT
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THE PREMIER LEAGUE

Mason Coleman
Freelance Social Media Producer, THE PREMIER LEAGUE
A creative, passionate and motivated freelance Social Media Producer – currently creating social video content and channel management for the Premier League, Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur FC. The Premier League channels have a combined 213.8 million followers. Arsenal with 107.3 million followers and Spurs with 96.8 million followers.


FRASERS GROUP

CJ Awode
Head of Social, FRASERS GROUP
CJ has international experience deploying omni-channel social media campaigns for globally recognised individuals and brands. A forward-thinking social + digital creative with a natural flair to think out of the box using facts and figures to achieve results. The creative and social mind behind some of the most viral social led shows and campaigns in the UK.
Moderator


CHANNELX

Chris Dawson
Editor-In-Chief, CHANNELX
Editor of ChannelX (formerly Tamebay). Looking to connect with Brands, Retailers, and Independent business owners selling on marketplace and social channels to share expertise, strategies and learnings.