Julien Cayla is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Nanyang Business School (Singapore). Professor Cayla received his PhD from the University of Colorado (Boulder, United States) where he majored in marketing and minored in cultural anthropology. Most recently Professor Cayla has been involved in a research program on the the service industry and the anthropology of customer experiences. His work has appeared in the Journal of Consumer Research, the Journal of Marketing, Organization Studies and MIT Sloan Management Review. He has received multiple awards for his research including the MSI Alden Clayton Award as well as the Nanyang Business School Research Award and the Journal of Consumer Research Outstanding Reviewer Award. He currently serves as Associate Editor at the Journal of Consumer Research. His work has been featured in various media such as The Atlantic, the BBC, The Sun, La Stampa and Channel News Asia.
Ranked as the No. 1 Global Marketing, Social Media, and Retail Thought Leader by Thinkers360 with an influential reach of over 130,000 followers across social media, Vladimer stands as a beacon of innovation in the marketing realm. Hailed as a pioneer by Exeleon Magazine and the recipient of more than 100 global awards, his contributions have sculpted the landscape of modern marketing, earning him recognition as one of the foremost keynote speakers and thought leaders worldwide. Vladimer’s global footprint extends to delivering keynote speeches at prestigious summits such as the Global Marketing Summit and the Asia Retail Summit, drawing from a wealth of knowledge accrued through a storied career within elite corporations. His mission remains clear: drive transformational change and guide audiences towards the most effective strategies to maximize returns on investment.
Michele Lum is a Newfield Certified Coachä (NCC), Professional Certified Coachä (PCC), National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coachä (NBC-HWC), and Certified Positive Intelligence® Coach (CPQC). A passionate C-suite executive, leadership, and health & wellness coach, Michele supports leaders and future leaders in areas such as leadership development and communications. With over 22 years in strategic marketing and public relations across Southeast Asia and the USA, Michele's corporate experience includes roles at Shandwick International, Edelman, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia, Accenture, Fujitsu, and PETRONAS. An award-winning marketer, she has been honored with the “Top 50 Most Talented CMOs” Award and the “Woman Super Achiever” Award. Michele holds two MBAs from the University of Singapore and UCLA, an MA in Journalism from Regent University, and a BSc in Mass Communications and Dance from James Madison University.
Roberto, with over 25 years of experience in FMCG, Telco, and Education sectors, is a seasoned ex-corporate marketing professional who has a deep passion for helping companies and individuals effectively reach their target audiences. He specializes in utilizing digital and social media to help his clients tell stories in an engaging and conversion-focused manner. In addition, Roberto excels in business presentation skills. His ability to communicate complex marketing strategies and concepts in a clear and compelling way is a key component of his success. Whether he's coaching marketing teams or conducting training for professionals, Roberto's expertise in business presentation skills ensures that his audience not only comprehends the material but is also inspired and empowered to apply it effectively. This skill is invaluable when working with renowned companies like Celcom, XL Axiata, L'Oréal, British American Tobacco, and many others, where clear and impactful communication is crucial to driving marketing success.
Chee-Seng has over 25 years’ experience as a writer and communications strategist, including in PR, publishing, digital media, digital marketing, advertising, marketing, and corporate communications. This diverse experience enables him to create highly impactful content, training, and talks. As a writer, he has a wide range and is able to tell compelling stories, whether on a corporate or consumer level. He has written for C-suites, international consultants, and global brands. His personal thought leadership consistently receive praise. Over half his original digital content have gone viral, garnering thousands of organic shares each. His best-performing story was over 90,000 times. He is also acknowledged as a highly insightful trainer and speaker, imparting principles of psychology, strategy, research, and futurism. His webinars have reached international audiences from Singapore, UK, US, Canada, India, Japan, Korea, and more. His clients include telcos, international consultants, global financial institutions, government agencies, and more.
Kiron is a communication strategist with 16+ years of corporate experience in marketing & advertising, brand communication strategy, software engineering, and content writing. Currently, he heads strategy for OMG Malaysia and acts as the de facto head of marketing. Kiron manages P&L, achieves double-digit billings, and drives revenue growth within a year. He builds communication strategies using applied behavioral economics, creative thinking, and a strong data and tech foundation. His experience spans categories like FMCG, Finance, Technology, Entertainment, Automotive, QSR, Retail, NGOs, and Alcoholic Beverages. His expertise includes solution development, critical analysis, and effective problem-solving, along with solution-oriented thinking. He specializes in conceptualizing strategy products, marketing playbooks, and frameworks, and is the creator of the Creativity Heuristics Workshop, designed to enhance creativity through behavioral economics principles.
