Jessica Berger leads global innovation and strategy at Publicis Media by harnessing the power of emerging technologies and forecasting insights. With an industry reputation for her unwavering enthusiasm and profound understanding of cutting-edge tech, such as web3, AI, and AR/VR, Berger has become a sought-after speaker, judge, and host at industry events. Her expertise lies in deciphering the future of media and brand experiences, enabling her clients to capitalize on the potential of breakthrough innovations. Moreover, her dedication to mentorship and advocacy for diverse voices in organizations like the Adweek Executive Mentorship program and Girls In Tech exemplifies her commitment to empowering the next generation of marketers and thinkers. Prior to joining Publicis, Berger worked at agency powerhouses Weber Shandwick and Publicis’ MSL where she strategized and implemented campaigns and digital innovation efforts for clients in the luxury goods, CPG and tech sectors. Her over a decade-long experience is informed by working for agencies and companies across Germany, Japan, and North America – giving her a unique global edge valued by many clients and industry peers.

Jordan Cuddy is EVP, Global Head of Experience at Monks, where she blends her background in strategy, creative and client management to lead the company’s global Experience capability. Prior to that, Jordan led experience design agency Jam3 as Partner and Chief Client Officer for seven years before merging with Media.Monks in 2021. Jordan is a sought-after speaker, and was named to Business Insider’s list of 40 Rising Stars of Madison Avenue who are Revolutionizing Advertising in 2020. In her spare time, Jordan can be found all around Los Angeles parks trying to tire out her toddler twin boys.

Kumaran Ponnambalam is a technology leader with 20+ years of experience in AI/ML, Data and Analytics. His focus is on creating robust, scalable AI models and services to drive effective business solutions. He is currently leading Generative AI initiatives at Outshift by Cisco, building next-generation AI innovations and products to help enterprises. In his previous roles, he has built conversational bots, ML platforms, data pipelines and cloud services. A frequent speaker at technology conferences, he has also authored several courses on the LinkedIn Learning Platform in AI/ML and Big Data.

Cristina Lawrence is EVP, Consumer & Content Experience at Razorfish, where she leads the Engagement Strategy discipline and Razorfish’s Innovation team. With over 20 years of experience assembling innovative digital strategies and programming for leading brands, Cristina oversees the integrated consumer engagement strategy, creative programming, execution, and management for a variety of Fortune Global 500 brands across a multitude of verticals, including mobile technologies, financial services, automotive, and consumer packaged goods. She was named a 2024 40 over 40 winner by Campaign US, won a Silver Award at The Stevie® Awards 2024 for Women in Business in the Most Innovative Women category, and received a 2016 Cannes Silver Lion in the Mobile category.

LORI H. SCHWARTZ is a true technology catalyst (‘Tech Cat’). As a leading advisor and speaker in marketing and tech innovation, Lori collaborates with executives of multiple brands, tech, and content companies to ensure their understanding of emerging content models. Los Angeles-based, Lori is a CNN Technology contributor. Lori’s StoryTech initiative facilitates communication between storytellers and technology companies. Their trends briefings, curation, and tour products have become well known globally through the work @CES, @NAB, @NATPE, and @IBC. Previously Lori was a Governor for the Television Academy’s Interactive Media Peer Group, driving thought leadership for the future of interactive media. She was Chief Technology Catalyst for McCann Worldgroup, North America where she drove tech and content innovation and was the key principle to launching the highly regarded IPGLAB where she facilitated emerging media upfronts for Microsoft, Intel, General Motors, Nestlé, and Sony. She has been profiled as one of the “30 Executives Shaping the Evolution of Media and Technology” by Variety and “100 People to Have Lunch With” by MediaPost Publications. An active spokesperson, Lori launched Digital Hollywood’s ‘Women’s Entertainment and Technology Mentor Program’ and is a recipient of the Lucy Hood Digerati Award for her contributions to the Television Academy.