Innovation Meets Accountability
The media landscape continues its relentless evolution, and the stakes have never been higher. Media leaders today navigate an increasingly complex ecosystem where AI disruption, fragmented platforms, shifting consumer expectations, and measurement demands are reshaping how brands connect with audiences. As stewards of substantial budgets, they must balance breakthrough opportunities with emerging challenges across technology, content, and consumer behavior.
The 2026 ANA Media Conference, March 25-27, brought attendees into media’s next era, where innovation met accountability and community drove progress. As a premier gathering for leaders in programmatic, AI, retail media, search, CTV, advanced measurement, attention optimization, and influencer marketing, the event delivered deep insight into the future of the discipline.
Who Attendees Heard From
Explore standout voices shaping the future of marketing. These speakers challenged perspectives, shared actionable strategies, and sparked bold ideas to help navigate what’s next.
Conference Speakers
Adam Benaroya
Formerly Senior Director, Head of Global Media Excellence at Kenvue
Christine Foster
Group Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Operations
Kroger Precision Marketing
Jackson Bazley
EVP, Measurement for Marketers
ANA
Adam Benaroya
Formerly Senior Director, Head of Global Media Excellence at Kenvue
Tim Brown
Founder and CEO
Fiducia
Bill Duggan
Group EVP
ANA
Nicole Durette
Senior Vice President A+E Ad Sales
A+E Global Media
Brian Edwards
Director of Business Operations
Creators@Washington Post
Michael Farmer
Chairman & CEO, Author
Farmer & Company
Mike Finnerty
US President
Mutinex
Christine Foster
Group Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Operations
Kroger Precision Marketing
Kimberley Gardiner
Chief Marketing Officer
Tractor Supply Company
Maria Givens
VP, Head of Media & Digital Platforms
Bayer
Jonah Goodhart
Co-Founder & CEO
Mobian
Gary Guarnaccia
Head of Investment, AdTech
Bayer
Paul Headley
VP, Strategy & Analytics
IDX
Sarah Henry
VP, Head of Content, Influencer & Commerce
Walmart
Alexander Högman
Co-Founder & CEO
Camphouse
Nolan Johnson
SVP, Media Partnerships
Grocery TV
Laura Knebusch
SVP of CPG Marketing & Consumer Experience
Georgia-Pacific
Mike Leonard
Senior Director, Global Content Development
Acast
Bob Liodice
Chief Executive Officer
ANA
Andrew Lipsman
Independent Analyst & Consultant, Retail Media
Media, Ads + Commerce
Angelo Lomonte
VP of Media
Come Near
Jackie Lyons
Chief Planning Officer
Havas Media Network
Joe Mandese
Editor in Chief
MediaPost
Leah Marshall
Vice President, Digital & Influencer Marketing
ANA
Steve McGowan
Sr. Director, US Consumer Experience (CX)
Mondelēz
Stephanie Mokas
Senior Director, Media Solutions
A+E Global Media™
Andra Naylor
Interim Head of Retail Media
Brian Nowak
Head of U.S. Internet Research & Managing Director
Morgan Stanley
Rosie O’Meara
Chief Executive Officer
GroundTruth
DJ Perera
Chief Media Officer
The Ad Council
Brandon Pines
Director, Paid Media
IDX
Marc S. Pritchard
Chief Brand Officer
The Procter & Gamble Company
Shenan Reed
Global Chief Media Officer
General Motors
Tony Rogers
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Dollar General
Brian Spencer
Marketing Director
Kroger Precision Marketing
Jonathan Steuer
Chief Science Officer
Simulmedia
Scott Strickland
Chief Commercial Officer
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Rishad Tobaccowala
Author
Rethinking Work
Jason Trubowitz
SVP, Media & Measurement Leadership Initiative
ANA
Bill Tucker
CEO
Aquila LLC
Karolina Tuszewicka Martínez
Head of Media – North America & Latin America
HP
Allyson Witherspoon
Chief Marketing Officer, Global Brand Advisor
Nissan
James Zaumeyer
SVP Head of Brand Partnerships
EDO
The Partners Behind The Experience
This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of our sponsors — brands that believe in the power of connection, innovation, and industry leadership. These partners are here not just to be seen, but to contribute meaningfully to the experience. Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities
Presenting Sponsor
General Sponsors
