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Tuesday, November 1
| 8:00 AM |
Registration and Networking Breakfast
8:00 AM-9:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM |
Opening Remarks
Epic 9:00 AM-9:15 AM Speaking
Mark Tomblin 
Heather Cameron |
| 9:15 AM |
Opening Keynote: The MBA Lens with David Kincaid
Epic 9:15 AM-10:00 AM Your project is unique, and everyone will certainly want to see it. The problem is, the audience doesn’t know about it. That’s where one of Canada’s top strategy consultants, David Kincaid, comes in. Join Kincaid as he dispenses MBA-style advice on how to look at your projects from a product POV. Kincaid has led marketing at mega brands like American Express and Labatt, and also has a broadcaster POV from his days as CMO at Corus Entertainment. Learn about the crucial components of brand development, strategic planning, market insights and measurement from the man whose company provides thought leadership for media companies and brands looking to grow their bottom line. Speaking
David Kincaid |
| 10:00 AM |
So you think you know your audience: Cracking the Canadian Consumer
Epic 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Age and gender targeting? That’s nice if you only want to scratch the surface of your potential audience. But if you want to enter your next production prepared you'll want to be in the room as Telefilm and Nielsen unveil their new study digging deeper into the film consumption habits of Canadians. Cynthia Pachovski, VP, Nielsen, Consumer Insights North America, will be on hand to detail the report's findings, which breaks Canadians down into key segments, and then analyzes how and why they consume content and view Canadian films. Speaking
Cynthia Pachovski |
| 10:30 AM |
Networking Refreshment Break
10:30 AM-10:45 AM |
| 10:45 AM |
Data: How to get it & How to use it
Epic 10:45 AM-11:30 AM Everyone talks about big data shaping the marketing of the future, but where do you access it and what can you do with it? This session introduces the raw elements of data-point identification and collection, and shares how even modestly-sized projects can profit from big (and small) data. To illustrate the potential, a case study of RBC's participation in the web series V Morgan is Dead delves into how data and research can shape a project and impact its rollout. Speaking
John Slighte 
Nick Drew |
| 11:30 AM |
Digital Deep Dive
Epic 11:30 AM-12:15 PM Social media can be one of the most effective tools in your marketing toolkit, but if you’re treating it like a magical free bullhorn then it’s no better than sending a message in a bottle. Learn how to get social tools really working for you by diving into some cheap, cheerful and highly effective digital marketing cases. Get schooled on what not to do in social media as we focus in on the importance of pragmatism, targeting and leveraging your existing audience. Speaking
Mark Tomblin 
Susan Irving |
| 12:15 PM |
Lunch
Epic 12:15 PM-1:15 PM Luncheon Roundtables
Novella 12:15 PM-1:15 PM Join an industry expert for an intimate round table luncheon discussion. Don't miss this chance to network, share ideas and discuss the issues that matter to you. Choose from a wide variety of table discussions, hosted by the expert of your choice. Sign-up will take place on site at registration desk, on a first-come, first-served basis. If sessions are full, please make your way to the session room 15 minutes before the scheduled start time and if there is an extra spot available, we will do our best to fit you in. Heather Loosemore, Senior Director, Marketing, Walmart Canada Mark Tomblin, Chief Strategy Officer, Juniper Park/TBWA Cynthia Pachovski, VP, Nielsen, Consumer Insights North America, Nielsen Robert Rose, Chief Strategist, Content Marketing Institute David Kincaid, Managing Partner, Founder Level 5 Strategy Group Nick Barbuto, Managing Director, Ignition Factory @ OMD Amanda Shuchat, Managing Director, The Colony Project Speaking
Heather Cameron, Table host
Mark Tomblin, Table host
Cynthia Pachovski, Table host 
Robert Rose, Table host
David Kincaid, Table host 
Nick Barbuto, Table host 
Amanda Shuchat |
| 1:15 PM |
Afternoon Keynote: What's your content strategy
Epic 1:15 PM-2:00 PM The new era of marketing is digital - and it’s turning the world of content creators upside down. Advertising is native, product brands are now media companies, publishers are now marketing agencies, and media companies now have to bake the marketing into every piece of content they make. In this session, author and content marketing strategist Robert Rose will help producers and media companies navigate the new ecosystem and become better partners and better marketers by connecting directly with audiences. Rose will discuss the new types of talent, processes and tech that are key to effectively marketing and building IP brands – and how to create long term content strategies that build ROI and equity for your company brand. Speaking
Robert Rose |
| 2:00 PM |
Let’s give them something to talk about: The New PR
Epic 2:00 PM-2:45 PM PR is no longer about film reviews, publicity tours and relying on festival-reflected glory. While the old PR tactics were kind of like buying a lottery ticket, the new PR leaves less to chance. It’s knowing what’s important to your audience, seeing where your project intersects with their interests, and beginning that conversation through tactics that range from partnerships and events to causes and new content streams. Now, everything is PR, so learn how to harness its power with examples of activations that cut through the noise. Speaking
Amanda Shuchat 
Brent Nelsen |
| 2:45 PM |
Networking Refreshment Break
2:45 PM-3:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM |
Amp my Plan
Epic 3:00 PM-3:45 PM Top advertising execs weigh in on upcoming marketing strategies as three producers share their launch plans in this live pitch session. The media, creative and strategy gurus will share tips for maximizing results and minimizing spend that can be applied to any entertainment marketing push. Someone will win, a few will get chair turns and receive one-on-one marketing mentoring, and everyone will go home a winner armed with new audience insights and campaign tactics. Speaking
Jason Chaney, Judge 
Cory Eisentraut, Judge 
Ann Stewart, Judge |
| 3:45 PM |
Closing keynote: Out-smart, out-hustle and out play big brand budgets
Epic 3:45 PM-4:30 PM This year’s Olympic Games in Rio saw more brands spend more money than at any other time in history. But how do you stand out when your budget isn’t Olympian? You don’t outspend your competitors. You outthink them. Join the closing keynote as TBWA\Chiat\Day’s CEO Rob Schwartz details what Canada’s own sports retailer, SportChek, did against the global brands. And learn how you can win gold with your next project. Speaking
Rob Schwartz |
| 4:30 PM |
Closing Remarks
Epic 4:30 PM-4:45 PM Speaking
Mark Tomblin
Heather Cameron |
| 4:45 PM |
Closing Cocktails
4:45 PM-5:45 PM |