Tim Ringel is a serial entrepreneur with the passion and drive to push past the status quo. His ambition and desire to make things work the way they’re supposed to has led him to the role of Global CEO of next-generation international advertising group Meet The People. A builder of multiple international agency groups, Tim is a seasoned global CEO and executive in the marketing space, having run world-renowned Spring Studios and Reprise Digital, IPG Mediabrands’ digital global agency network. With experience in EMEA, APAC, LATAM and the U.S., Tim has operationally managed ad businesses with more than 3,000 staff and 68 offices around the globe. He has been a speaker at 250-plus industry events, including talks at the United Nations, Cannes Lions, Google and Facebook, and he is an active supporter of entrepreneurial associations and charities.

Erica, a marketing veteran with over two decades of experience, is a celebrated leader in her field, renowned for her ability to craft exceptional marketing strategies that consistently propel revenue growth across both B2B and B2C sectors. Her impressive track record includes the creation of multi-million dollar marketing strategies, successful management of a portfolio of top-tier brands, and consistently surpassing sales targets. Erica’s achievements go beyond professional accolades, as she has been recognized with awards such as Employee of the Year and a nomination for Woman of the Year within her industry. As a results-oriented and innovative thinker, she possesses expertise in fiscal responsibility and adept team leadership. Erica’s career demonstrates her aptitude for driving business growth through strategic and creative problem-solving in a wide range of marketing disciplines, including her notable expertise in experiential marketing, where she excels at creating immersive and impactful brand experiences that resonate deeply with audiences.

Jason is a leading expert in omnichannel commerce and shopper marketing in North America. With a background as SVP, Commerce & Experience at Mosaic North America, where he worked with clients such as Loblaws, Walmart, Metro, and Google, along with numerous CPG brands, he possesses a deep understanding of optimizing the shopper experience, from online retail media to in-store moments of truth. Prior to this, he spent a decade as the founding Managing Director of ShopperDDB/TracyLocke Canada, where he provided innovative commerce strategies to companies such as McCain, PepsiCo, KraftHeinz, Nestle, and more. Jason began his career in CPG and later held key roles at international marketing and advertising agencies, offering omnichannel and retail marketing insights to organizations such as Best Buy, Adidas, American Express, and Apple. He is a frequent speaker and panelist on omnichannel and retailing trends and has contributed to industry publications and news outlets.

George is a multifaceted executive with a proven talent for revitalizing retail brands and breaking into international markets. He has served as CEO and Country Manager at Luxottica, developing multiple retail chains to the number one and two market positions in Canada, the US, and China. He’s also distinguished himself in various roles during his tenure at PepsiCo. A trusted private equity advisor and now Chairman of a hydro utility, George is also a prolific author with his third book, “The New Bricks and Mortar: Future-Proofing Retail.” His wealth of experience and strategic vision continue to drive innovation and success in the ever-evolving world of retail.