Elav Horwitz is a visionary leader reimagining the intersection of technology, creativity, and business transformation. As EVP and Global Head of Strategic Partnerships and Solutions at WPP, she translates complex technological landscapes into breakthrough opportunities, guiding organizations to harness emerging technologies like Generative AI and crafting innovative marketing solutions for global brands. With over 20 years of experience driving growth for industry giants like McCann Worldgroup, L'Oréal, GM, and Nestlé, Elav specializes in turning innovation into impactful business results. Her expertise spans AI, XR, and Web3, consistently pushing the boundaries of what’s possible by creating new pathways for organizational transformation. A dedicated champion of responsible technology and diversity in leadership, Elav is a founding member of Chief and an active mentor to AI startups, where she fosters human-centered innovation and empowers female founders. She serves as an advisor to influential groups like the Meta Creative Council and has built global C-Suite Innovation Councils, establishing herself as a leading voice in innovation and strategic partnerships.Her contributions to the industry have earned her recognition from Cannes Lions, Campaign Magazine, and ‘The She Runs It’ Award. Elav is frequently sought after as a speaker, industry judge, and thought leader, sharing her insights in top publications like AdWeek, The Drum, and Forbes.

Rhonda Hiatt is an executive leader with 20+ years of global consulting experience. As the Global CEO of M+C Saatchi Consulting, Rhonda leads the specialism’s strategic direction, operational management and client partnerships that drive commercial impact. She is also a member of M+C Saatchi Group’s Senior Leadership Team. Rhonda has a deep expertise that continues to grow the network’s brand experience, retail + innovation offer, especially delivering growth strategies for clients including McDonald’s, Applebee’s, Toyota, Lexus, Nike, Fruit of the Loom, Ashley Furniture, Google, and more. Prior to M+C Saatchi, Rhonda was Executive Director, Brand Strategy & Analytics at Interbrand, where she focused on retail and CPG clients.

Mark Figlilulo has advised some of the world’s most successful brands for over 30 years. His vision for a new type of data-driven creative agency coupled with experience gained as the creative lead of agencies like TBWA, Y&R and Leo Burnett has led to the resounding success that is FIG, Storytellers for the Information Age. Mark has been named in Ad Age’s Top Ten and has been nominated for an Emmy four times. He has won over 30 Lions and every other award, in every color and in every category. Mark is the founder of StoryData™, FIG’s proprietary data platform that harnesses various forms of machine learning and AI to deconstruct the storytelling opportunities in any category to drive salience. 

Dennis Bajec, Partner, User Experience & IBM Distinguished Designer: As an IBM Experience Partner, Dennis has led numerous high-performing teams in creating end-to-end digital customer and employee experiences. With more than 30 years in the digital creative industry, he has built a proven track record of delivering user-centered, insight-driven, value-focused, and future-shaping solutions across diverse sectors. Significant achievements in user experience, brand experience, creative direction, and AI-fueled strategy and visibility define his career. He has partnered closely with a wide range of organizations, including Apple, Abbott Laboratories, Burton Snowboards, Equitable Financial, Allstate, Kohler, Target, Procter & Gamble, HP, Hertz, Sherwin-Williams, Nike, Nestlé, Steelcase, and the NYC Department of Education. He is passionate about applying expertise in digital design, user experience, and digital strategy to develop innovative, impactful solutions that drive business growth, deepen customer engagement, and elevate customer satisfaction.  Dennis has also been honored to judge the One Show Awards, the Web Awards, the CES Innovation Awards & the Shorty Social Content Awards. His direction has also contributed to several awards, including ADDYs, Clios, and Webbys. Dennis holds a BS in Industrial Design from The Ohio State University.