Where Data and AI Converge to Create Intelligent Growth
The decisions leaders make today depend on stronger data foundations and clear, practical intelligence. As the pace of technology accelerates, the brands that win aren't the ones chasing new tools — they're the ones grounding their organizations in trusted data, modern measurement, responsible governance, and AI strategies that actually work.
The 2026 ANA Masters of Data Conference, April 13-15 in San Diego, brings together senior marketing and data executives to explore how innovation, intelligence, and accountability come together to drive responsible business growth. Join the community shaping the next chapter of data-driven marketing.
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
Lieutenant Colonel Daniel J. Flynn, PhD
Chief of Data and Performance
U.S. Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO)
Ali Kefeli
Senior Director of Data Science and Advanced Analytics Strategy
Kimberly-Clark North America
Eddie Alvarran
Manager, Customer Marketing Mail
USPS
Caroline Bye
VP, Audiences and Insights
Tunnl
Sam Chang
Global Head, One Demand Data & Analytics, Consumer Data Strategy
Mars
Shane Coker
Head of Marketing
Osano
Liam Copeland
EVP, Global Business Solutions
Acxiom
Louise Cotterill
Global Senior Director, Marketing Insights and Intelligence
Mars
Tina Daniels
President and Chief Operating Officer
Aquila
Michele Eggers
Vice President of Marketing Shared Services
SAS
Jamie Fellows
Director of Media Planning, Measurement and Data
Amazon Ads
Joan FitzGerald
Vice President, Data Excellence & Privacy
ANA
Lieutenant Colonel Daniel J. Flynn, PhD
Chief of Data and Performance
U.S. Army Enterprise Marketing Office (AEMO)
David Fogarty
EVP, Data Excellence & Privacy
ANA
John Follet
Co-Founder and Chief Compliance Officer
Demand Metric
Alex Funk
Senior Director, Performance Media
Skechers
Lieutenant Colonel David Galbreath
Analytics Leader
U.S. Army Marketing Cloud Insights
Alex Gaski
Senior Director of Marketing & Customer Analytics
McDonalds
Lily Herron
Marketing Analytics Manager, Performance Analytics Team
ADT
Henry Innis
CEO and Co-founder
Mutinex
Cara Kantrowitz
Global Commercial Head of Marketing Effectiveness Innovation Incubator
NielsenIQ
Ali Kefeli
Senior Director of Data Science and Advanced Analytics Strategy
Kimberly-Clark North America
Bob Liodice
Chief Executive Officer
ANA
Josh Newman
Product Marketing Director, Measurement & Signals
Meta
Ann Nguyen
Global Head of Measurement Solutions
TikTok
Anna Nicanorova
Technology Leader
Omincom
Chris Oswald
Executive Vice President & Head of Government Relations
ANA
Michael Paolini
Vice President, Test & Learn
Mastercard
Dean de la Peña
Vice President of Identity, Data Strategy, and SaaS
Resonate
Will Post
Vice President, Sales
Measured
JD Prater
VP of Marketing
Ting
Matt Ryan
Senior Director of Donor Experience Analytics, Research, and Insights
ALSAC — St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Samantha Schumacher
Senior Director, Data Science
Target
JoAnn Stonier
Formerly Mastercard
Fellow of Data and AI
Fabien Thiaucourt
Senior Vice President, Data Governance & Enablement
Mastercard
Jadon Wellman
Head of Marketing Effectiveness
Prudential
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
