The Influence Exchange Confex & Awards 2024 concluded with resounding success in Dubai, bringing together the most influential figures in the influencer marketing, AdTech, and MarTech industries. This prestigious event, held at Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, showcased impactful keynote addresses, presentation, dynamic panel discussions, and the much-anticipated Influence Awards, which recognized trailblazers who have set new benchmarks in creativity and influencer-led brand engagement.
A Platform for Insightful Dialogues:
The event kicked off with an inspiring keynote, setting the tone for the day’s exploration of key trends shaping the influencer marketing landscape. With the theme centered around “Unlocking Brand Power”, the conference featured insightful sessions that are shaping the future of digital marketing.
Influence Awards: Recognizing Excellence
The evening culminated in the much-anticipated Influence Awards, where the industry’s best were recognized for their exceptional contributions. Categories celebrated influencers, brands, and technology platforms that have set new benchmarks in creativity, engagement, and impact.
A Glimpse into the Future:
With thought-provoking discussions and key takeaways, Influence Exchange Confex & Awards 2024 served as a driving force for the future of the industry, leaving attendees equipped with actionable insights to navigate the evolving influencer economy.
The next edition of the Influence Exchange Confex & Awards is scheduled for November 19, 2024, in Doha, Qatar. Mark your calendars for another exciting event dedicated to shaping the future of influence marketing and innovation.
About Influence Exchange Confex & Awards:
The Influence Exchange Confex & Awards is a leading industry event that brings together global experts, thought leaders, and influencers to share the latest trends, technologies, and strategies in influencer marketing, AdTech, and MarTech.
Event Highlights
- Attendees: Over 250+ industry professionals, influencers, and marketers.
- Speakers: 20+ Speakers featuring renowned industry leaders, influencers & marketers
- Awards: 30 awards presented to outstanding influencers and marketers.
- Networking Sessions: Multiple networking sessions fostering numerous new connections.
Award Winners
INFLUENCERS AWARD CATEGORIES
- Ahmad Najib Ayoub – Best Financial Influencer Award
- Musthaq Thuyyadi Chek – Best Art & Photography Influencer
- Teymur Akhundov – Educational Content Creator of the Year
- Khadeeja Khan – Food/Culinary Influencer of the Year – 1st
- Amna Khan – Best Health & Wellbeing Influencer of the Year
- Ania Dar – Creative Visual Content Creator
- Oumaima Msallmi – Best Tech Influencer
- Ksenia Hofmann – Best Fashion and Style Influencer of the Year
- Mona Al Ali – Best Beauty Influencer of the Year
- Anum Zeeshan Sayal – Entertainment Maven of the Year
- Karim Tarek – Gaming Influencer of the Year
- Fouzia Zahoor – Youtuber of the year
- Saher Mansoor – Blogger of the year
- Maryam Junaid – Mom Influencer of the year
- Nikita Cisy & Vidyanath – Best Travel Influencer of the Year
- Burhan Uddin Niazi – Social Media Engagement Champion
- Ishita Jain – Nano Influencer of the year
- W. Kumudu Nirmani – Micro-Influencer of the Year
- Raza Mohammed Al – Fardan – Macro-Influencer of the Year
- Ibrahim Ashraf – Mega/Celeb-Influencer of the Year
MARKETEER AWARD CATEGORIES
- Imran Sidi – Brand Activation Strategist of the Year
- Solange Elrassi – PR and Communication Strategist of the Year
- Shams Bonsai – Data-Driven Marketer of the Year
- Maysam Azzam – Social Media Marketeer of the Year
- Vineeth Vipin – Digital Marketeer of the Year
- Alya Al Fardan – Digital Transformation Leader of the Year
- Ankesh Agarwal – Customer Experience Advocate
- Sneha Chaudhary – Influencer Marketeer of the Year
- Vibha Thusu – Branding Leader of the Year
- Aaryan Kapur – Marketing Leader of the Year
Session Details (Speakers):
Opening Keynote – Youth Empowerment Through Influence: The Role of Emirati Influencers in Shaping the Next Generation
Dr. Mahra Lutfi, Influencer & Model
Panel Discussion – The Future of Influencer Marketing: The Convergence of CTV, Martech and AdTech
Panelists:
George Yaryura, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Mashreq
Tianyu Zhang, Influencer
Felita Figueredo, Senior Director – Head of Digital & Insights | Strategic Communications EMEA, FTI Consulting
Archie Rudyuk, CEO and Co-Founder, Takefluence
Jomana Asfour, Regional Head of Communications – MENAT, Samsung Electronics
Moderator
Kaunain Fatima, Influencer
Panel Discussion – Empowering the Creator Economy: Unveiling Influence, Innovation, and Impact
Panelists:
Jon Barber, Vice President – Marketing & Communications, TECOM Group
Saad Samadi, Group Head of Marketing Operations – Gargash Group
Tala Alnounou, Head of Marketing MENA, LWK & Partners
Vibha Thusu, Overseas Marcom Leader, Himel
Walid Elmusrati, Influencer
Shyam Sunder, Vice President Marketing & Executive Committee Member, TBO.COM
Moderator
Mona Al Ali, Influencer, Entrepreneur (Blink Beauty)
Panel Discussion – Cross-Platform Campaigns: Using MarTech to Harmonize Influencer Marketing Across Channels
Panelists:
Lucy Aziz, Regional Head of PR & Communication, CHERY Automobile | OMODA & JAECOO
Luciano Rahal, Head of Marketing Communications & PR MEA & Russia+, Riot Games
Maysam Azzam, Head of Social Media, PR and Influencers Marketing, Yango Play
Shadaab Shaikh, Content Creator
Kris Hunt, Head of Creative & Strategy, Social Chameleon
Moderator:
Paras Rishi, AVP, IGP
Presentation: Leveraging Social Search & Creators for Commercial Success
Jemima Myers, Founder and CEO, Social Chameleon
Presentation: Harnessing User Generated Content for your Business
Archie Rudyuk, CEO and Co-Founder, Takefluence
