TIME
SESSION
SPEAKER
ROOM
8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast @ Networking & EXPO Area
Ballroom  B
9:00 AM
Opening Remarks
Ana Agrelot

SME President

Yasmin Rotger

Director, 2025 Organizing Committee

MC: Obed Borrero

Tech Guru

Ballroom  A
9:10 AM
2025 Puerto Rico Digital Trends Study

Comparing in some instances the generational differences, this presentation will offer new statistical information about digital trends and changes in the behavior of the Puerto Rican consumer. Cox will highlight aspects such as Artificial Intelligence, Digital Detox, cybersecurity, online advertising and promotions, eCommerce, IOT, use of apps, media and social networks, local Influencers, content consumption and Gaming.

Anitza M. Cox

Director, Social Analysis and Policy Division @  Estudios Técnicos, Inc.

Ballroom  A
10:10 AM
The Future of Immersive Entertainment: Conversations Through Content - Presented by Aleph

Explore the trends, narratives, and resources that are revolutionizing digital storytelling and audience engagement.

José "Kiwi" De Uribelarrea

Creative Strategist Lead @ TikTok

Ballroom  A
10:55 AM
Lunch Sessions:
Break @  Networking & EXPO Center

With this session Google seeks to make the audience aware of the importance of developing its digital assets and strategies with excellence, how to do it, and the impact that this can generate in achieving your business objectives. We'll cover measurement overviews, tactical activation tips, and regional success stories.

Ballroom  B
11:25 AM
Simultaneous  Sessions (select one):

The post pandemic era is here, and the role of the store and store associates has been redefined. Ervin will share trends and learnings for executives to better define their strategies on how to retain shoppers, maximize impact and retain talent. He will go over the relationship between e-commerce, the evolution of the physical store, and Web 3.0.

Create your Virtual Employee. AI Agents to Operate 24/7
Presented by: GFR Media

This session will explore the various ways to design and customize AI agents, highlighting the most advanced tools for their implementation in customer service, process automation, and advertising strategies. Through interactive demonstrations and case studies, attendees will gain practical insights into how these solutions can optimize their businesses and improve operational efficiency.

Joshua Castro

@Soy un Glitch LLC.

MC: Jason Ramos

Founder & Host @Mentores en Línea

Room 201  
AI & Performance in Highly Regulated Markets
Presented by: Oriental

This presentation will explain how regulated industries can maximize their marketing, technology, and communication budgets. Participants will gain contextual insight into how to design digital strategies in industries such as Healthcare, Insurance, Finance and Technology.

Martin Latrechina

founder & general director @ Jacarandá, Comunicación y Tecnología

MC: Jesús Hoyos

Partner and Co-Founder @ Solvis Consulting

Room 202  
Decoding Attention: Predictive Models and Eye Tracking Digital Ads

Discover how cutting-edge tools like eye tracking and predictive AI are transforming the way brands measure and optimize advertising impact. This session will dive into the science of attention, showing how behavioral insights and technologies like Neurons and Attention Metrics can drive higher conversions, smarter investments, and more effective omnichannel strategies - even in a cookieless world.

Izael Castillo

Research & Insights Manager LATAM @ Teads

MC: Elsa del Pino

AI Strategist

Room 208  
Future Forward: Life trends influencing consumer behavior in 2025 and beyond

How will global life trends influence consumer behavior in 2025 and beyond? This session curates insights from over 20 key trend reports by industry leaders such as Accenture, Euromonitor, PWC, IPSOS and Deloitte, showcasing the most influential shifts.We will explore a wide range of themes, from new ways of traveling and changing social dynamics to shifting food and beverage preferences, creative media strategies to attract new audiences, shopping behaviors, parenting styles, and evolving perceptions of time. By analyzing these life trends, we will uncover the ones that could have the biggest impact on Puerto Rican consumers. Join us as we interpret the "cards of the future" and translate these insights into actionable strategies for brands.

Eliana Iturria

Specialist in Market Research, Insights, and Brand Communication

MC: James Lynn

Blogger & Podcaster

Room 209
12:10 PM
Networking Lunch
Ballroom  A
1:30 PM TO
3:00 PM
Make it Viral, but with Purpose
Presented by: Influmedia

Session designed for Content Creators & Influencers. This isn’t your typical presentation, it’s a real conversation with creators like you. Discover what your content is truly worth, what resonates in Puerto Rico, and how to take your influence to the next level with purpose, data, and strategy.

Creator's Panel: Franco Micheo, Mami Chanchu, Mochileando & Gianlucca Perotti
Brands & Agencies Panel:  Marisol Nazario, Liza Cortés, Jackeline Rodríguez & Claudia Serrano
MC: Rubén Rodríguez

Influmedia

MC: Victoria Leandra

Journalist & Influencer

Room 201
1:30 PM
Simultaneous  Sessions (select one):

The post pandemic era is here, and the role of the store and store associates has been redefined. Ervin will share trends and learnings for executives to better define their strategies on how to retain shoppers, maximize impact and retain talent. He will go over the relationship between e-commerce, the evolution of the physical store, and Web 3.0.

Gamification: From Game to Activation

Gamification isn’t about creating video games; it’s about applying the mechanics that make video games successful in terms of user retention and interaction -like points, levels, rewards, rankings, streaks, and missions - in real-world contexts to boost participation, engagement, and user retention. In this talk, we’ll debunk that common misconception and show how global brands are using these strategies to create memorable brand experiences.

Frankie "Hambo" López

President @ Expo Caribe & Founder @ Yo soy un Gamer

MC: James Lynn

Blogger & Podcaster

Room 202
The AI Mindset: A New Client-Agency Work System

Explore how AI is reshaping the creative process - not by replacing the human touch, but by enhancing it. This session dives into the evolving relationship between creativity, technology, and the real people behind the machines. We’ll examine how agencies and clients can build more collaborative, emotionally intelligent systems by connecting the core of big ideas with the power of AI - without losing sight of the human heart driving innovation.

Panelists:

Gabriela Martín

Senior Marketing Director @ Triple-S

René Baquero

Chief Creative Officer

Gabriel Carrero

Creative Director

Karen Calva

Head of Data Intelligence @ Contáctica

Moderator:

Juan Carlos Pedreira

Partner & Digital Strategist @ Social Business Hub

MC: Elsa del Pino

AI Strategist

Room 208
Generative AI Governance: Designing Systems that Think, Decide, and Are Accountable

This session unpacks the challenges of using LLMs and autonomous agents without proper governance. Learn how to design responsible systems with traceability, oversight, and explainability at their core - so AI works for your business without compromising ethics, control, or reputation.

Francisco Kemeny

Founder & Chief AI Builder @ Kemeny Studio

MC: Jason Ramos

Founder & Host @ Mentores en Línea

Room 209
2:25 PM
The Future of Retail Media: IA & Automation Presented by FirstBank

Discover how Artificial Intelligence and automation are revolutionizing Retail Media, optimizing strategies to maximize efficiency and conversion. We’ll dive into how Machine Learning powers predictive personalization and how solutions like PMAX and Smart Shopping automate campaign management, improving performance across all formats. We'll also explore the expansion of Retail Media strategies into Display, Digital Video, and Connected TV, and how these innovations help brands scale more precisely in an ever-evolving ecosystem.

Patty Yunén Latour

Commercial VP North Cone @ Growth Digital, Official Google Media Sales Representative LATAM

Ballroom A
3:15 PM
Break @ Networking & EXPO Center

The post pandemic era is here, and the role of the store and store associates has been redefined. Ervin will share trends and learnings for executives to better define their strategies on how to retain shoppers, maximize impact and retain talent. He will go over the relationship between e-commerce, the evolution of the physical store, and Web 3.0.

Ballroom  B
3:40 PM
Owned vs. Rented Land: Reclaiming Audience & revenue in the AI Era
Presentado por Texaco con Techron

Most marketers are building empires on platforms they don’t control - aka rented land. Algorithms shift. Ad costs spike. Your audience? It’s never truly yours. This session will offer a tactical blueprint for owning your audience and protecting your revenue in the age of AI. You’ll learn why the smartest marketers are shifting away from algorithm dependency and toward sustainable, owned channels like email, community, and first-party data. This isn’t fluff. It’s a no-BS action plan to future-proof your business and take back control.

Carlos Gil

Marketing Expert & Bestselling Author of The End of Marketing: Humanizing Your Brand in the Age of Social Media and AI

Ballroom  A
4:15 PM
SME  Digital Awards

The post pandemic era is here, and the role of the store and store associates has been redefined. Ervin will share trends and learnings for executives to better define their strategies on how to retain shoppers, maximize impact and retain talent. He will go over the relationship between e-commerce, the evolution of the physical store, and Web 3.0.

MCL Haylis Córdova
TV Host & Entertainer
A special OOH Award will be presented by OAAPR
Ballroom  A
5:30 PM
Happy Hour @ Networking & EXPO Center

The post pandemic era is here, and the role of the store and store associates has been redefined. Ervin will share trends and learnings for executives to better define their strategies on how to retain shoppers, maximize impact and retain talent. He will go over the relationship between e-commerce, the evolution of the physical store, and Web 3.0.

Presented by Cervecera de Puerto Rico,  Absolut, Jameson, Skrewball, Espolón & Don Q
Ballroom  B
*Program subject to change