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Agenda – The MarTech Summit Manila
Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Ballroom 2, Fairmont Makati

08:00 - 08:50 | Arrival & Networking Breakfast

Start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast!

08:50 - 09:00

Chairperson Introduction & Overview

09:00 - 09:15

Keynote Presentation | [New State of Spending] Keeping Up With The Dynamic Filipino Spender

– Filipino spending habits are rapidly changing. GCash delves into the latest trends, uncovering where Filipinos are directing their money and why.

Kay Lagman

Head, Marketing & Partnerships, GCash

09:15 - 09:45

Fireside Chat | [Digital Transformation] Crafting a Vision for Marketing Innovation in the Age of AI

– How are legacy MarTech systems adapting to the rapid pace of change across industries? Are these shifts primarily organic, strategically planned, or a mix of both?
– What role does legacy MarTech play in the broader evolution of marketing? How do organisations navigate the balance between modernising existing systems and integrating emerging technologies?
– What challenges arise when proving the ROI and overall impact of initiatives built on older MarTech foundations?
– As leaders consider AI investments, how are legacy systems factored into these decisions, and what strategies ensure a seamless transformation?

1st Data Demystified Workshop

[Data Culture] Building a Data-Driven Culture – Breaking Organisational Silos

Chairell Winston Almendras

Vice President, Head of Institutional Brand Management & Digital Division, Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Frank Vibar

Chief Information Technology Officer, Asian Hospital and Medical Center

Bob Dolina

Chief Marketing Officer, Diliman Doctors Hospital [Moderator]

09:45 - 10:25

Panel Discussion | [Cross-Functional Collaboration] Breaking Silos for Revenue Growth through Aligning Marketing, Sales, and the Customer Journey

– Dive into the essential strategies for fostering cross-functional teamwork that aligns sales, marketing, customer service, operations, technology, and product teams towards common business objectives.
– Discover actionable strategies for breaking down departmental silos and creating a culture of collaboration.

1st Data Demystified Breakout

[Data Culture] Building a Data-Driven Culture – Breaking Organisational Silos

Martin Arranz

Head of Digital Marketing, Federal Land, Inc.

Alex Ustaris

Chief Technology Officer, PHINMA Education

Patricia Jacinto

Director, Marketing, foodpanda

Jerome G. Patalud

Director, Omnichannel Experience Integration, Globe Telecom

10:25 - 10:35

The Grab Game: Fast Facts, Big Wins

1st Data Demystified Breakout

[Data Culture] Building a Data-Driven Culture – Breaking Organisational Silos
The MarTech Summit

10:35 - 11:05 | Morning Coffee Break

11:05 - 11:30

Fireside Chat | [E-commerce] Adapting to the Future of Online Shopping

– The importance of blending digital and physical commerce to provide a consistent experience across all channels.
– How to scale digital commerce platforms and operations efficiently to meet increased demand.

2nd Data Demystified Breakout

[AI & Automation] Enhancing Business Efficiency Through AI & Automation in Data Analytics

Hilate Guerra

Head of E-commerce, Meatworld International

Emmanuel Cruz

Director, Omnichannel, Avon

Michelle Maayo Rabang

Vice President, Marketing Delivery Lead, J.P. Morgan [Moderator]

11:30 - 12:25

Panel Discussion | [AI & Personalisation] Next-Level Customer Relationship Management: Personalisation in the Digital Era

– How did AI change the personalisation landscape?
– Few examples of how AI driven personalisation is used to create superior customer experiences for diverse Manila audiences.
– What are the main challenges companies face when implementing personalisation strategies, and how can they overcome these challenges to ensure successful execution?

2nd Data Demystified Breakout

[AI & Automation] Enhancing Business Efficiency Through AI & Automation in Data Analytics

Apple Chang

Director, Marketing, Dragon Edge Group

Patrick Seva Gaerlan

Campaign Enabler & Marketing Technology Principal, AIA Philippines

Katrina Navarro

Director, Growth, UnionDigital Bank

Greg Anonas

Director, Marketing, Emperador Distillers, Inc.

12:25 - 14:00 | Networking Buffet Lunch

14:00 - 14:25

Fireside Chat | [Brand Engagement] Crafting a Digital Content Strategy to Grow Brand Engagement and Drive Conversion

– Biggest drivers of change in current landscape of digital content strategy.
– Challenges in evolving digital content strategy, and Factors of its success.

2nd Data Demystified Workshop

[AI & Automation] Enhancing Business Efficiency Through AI & Automation in Data Analytics

Meg Amat

Head of Marketing, UNO Digital Bank

Sunish Sadasivan

Vice President of E-Commerce, Digital & Revenue Management, Chroma Hospitality

14:25 - 14:40

Keynote Presentation | [Customer Data Platforms (CDP)] Building a 360-Degree Customer View with CDP: The Brain Behind Intelligence

– What is the role of a CDP in unifying fragmented customer data into a cohesive profile?
– How can a robust CDP support the entire marketing lifecycle, from acquisition to loyalty?
– What are the measurable benefits of CDP implementation – for driving engagement and personalisation?
– How does leveraging first-party data through a CDP drive measurable engagement and personalisation?
– What are the challenges in implementing a CDP, and how is AI shaping its future?

14:40 - 15:20

Panel Discussion | [Omnichannel Engagement] Creating Seamless Customer Experiences Across Touchpoints

– How brands can integrate digital and physical channels, overcome the challenges of data silos, and use AI to personalise interactions.
– How to meet customers wherever they are, delivering unified experiences that drive loyalty?

Nico Marco

Director, Marketing, SEAPAC, AppsFlyer
The MarTech Summit Attendee

Tricia Tan

Chief Marketing Officer, Security Bank

Tracy Lim

Head of Customer Experience for Retail, UnionBank of the Philippines

Roshan Nandwani

Head of Marketing, Ayala Land Hospitality

15:20 - 15:50 | Networking Coffee Break

3rd Data Demystified Breakout

[Customer Intelligence] The Future of Customer Data & Personalisation

15:50 - 16:30

Panel Discussion | [Marketing Analytics Performance] Translating Metrics into Measurable Success

– Latest tools for tracking KPIs – discuss the role of predictive analytics, and how to overcome the challenges of data overload.
– How to build a data-driven marketing culture that focuses on continuous optimisation and measurable success.

3rd Data Demystified Breakout

[Customer Intelligence] The Future of Customer Data & Personalisation

Bilal Saeed

Head of Consumer Lifecycle Management, Maya
The MarTech Summit Manila Attendee

Joe Brillantes

Country Lead, Data & Analytics, FrieslandCampina

Jerome Evangelista

Vice President for Enterprise Marketing & Pricing, SEAOIL Philippines

Charmaine Angela Palad

Director, Commercial, Nidec Drives, Control Techniques, Nidec

16:30 - 16:45

Keynote Presentation | [Video-Driven Content] Surviving the GTM Crisis: Leveraging Video and AI for Customer Loyalty

– How has video content reshaped GTM strategies in today’s attention-scarce environment?
– Where does AI add the most value in personalising video to boost loyalty?
– What metrics best reflect video’s impact on long-term customer engagement?

[Reserved]

16:45 - 17:25

Panel Discussion | [Next-Gen Marketing] Captivating the Next Generation of Consumers in Marketing

– How to leverage social media, influencer marketing, and content that aligns with Gen Z’s/ Gen α’s interests to build lasting relationships and drive brand loyalty in both business sectors.
– Discuss the importance of authenticity, social responsibility, and digital-first experiences in capturing the attention of this generation.

Sheila Paul

Chief Marketing Officer, Home Credit Philippines

Wanda Pascua

Head of Marketing, Tonik
MarTech Summit Attendee

Isabela Prieto-Benitez

Head of Affiliate Marketing User Product Operations, Lazada

Jon David Frilles

Regional Manager, Asia-Pacific Network Services, Kenvue [Moderator]

17:25 - 18:00 | Chairperson Closing Remarks & Departure Networking Drinks

Grab a glass of wine, beer, soda or juice with your team and new connections to end the day!

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