More speakers and sponsors have been announced for the Solal Marketing Conference, taking place in Warsaw on 17 June 2025. The event promises to be an essential training and networking opportunity for marketing managers at all levels.
Theme: Retail Resilience
Chris Igwe, President of Chris Igwe International and Global Retail Advisor, joins the line-up as a Solal Ambassador, alongside industry experts Julie Fitzsimmins and Anita Stampfl. Together, they will address how retail spaces are adapting to challenging social and economic conditions.
Dmytro Bushmakin will offer a powerful perspective from Ukraine, highlighting the launch of Budhouse’s new scheme in Kharkiv and how it responded to a Russian missile attack.
Lucia Connor from Oxford Properties will bring a Canadian viewpoint, sharing insights into how the retail sector is reacting to recent political pressures from the U.S.
Keynote Experts
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Dr. Suran Goonislake, OBE – AI expert and Visiting Professor at University College London’s Centre for Artificial Intelligence. His work on Creative AI explores applications in fashion, beauty retail, and communications for top brands.
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Jeppe Conrad Larsen – CEO/Partner at Beyond11
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Per Jensen – Head of Modelling & Innovation, GroupM Nordic
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Nino Cardell – COO, Mindshare Denmark
Together, they will explore econometric modelling and how to best utilise platforms like TikTok and Roblox for marketing.
Venue and Activities
The event will be hosted by Multikino at Złote Tarasy, an award-winning shopping centre, and will include a study tour of the iconic Warsaw Centrum circular retail and leisure venue.
Sponsors and Partners
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Headline Sponsors:
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Multidekor – Key brand partner for the Awards event
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The European Shopping Places Trust (ESPT) – Supporting the educational conference
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VISA – Latest headline partner
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Additional Supporters:
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MK Illumination
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GroupM
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HBB Centermanagement
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Media Partner:
What the Leaders Say
Alan Thornton, Solal Awards Chair, said: “We are thrilled to be back with a live event in Warsaw. It’s the first time since the pandemic that marketing teams can come together to learn, to network, and to celebrate. Whether or not you entered the awards, this conference is vital for growing knowledge and lifelong industry contacts.”
Chris Igwe, Solal Ambassador, said, “There’s a whole new generation of shopping centre professionals who haven’t yet had the chance to connect with like-minded peers. The Solal Marketing Conference, alongside award-winning global work, is the perfect opportunity.”
