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AGENDA 2024

FEB 7TH, 2024

Starting 9 AM EET - Helsinki Time

Starting 8 AM CET - Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen Time

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The agenda will be carried out in English. 

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8.30 (EET) 

WE OPEN THE DOORS 

 

  • Get your badge

  • Enjoy some light breakfast

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9.00 (EET)

LET`S BEGIN! OPENING REMARKS BY OUR MODERATOR

Nina Rahkola, Journalist, Documentarist, tv-host

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  • Introduction for the day

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THEME 1: TECH SYNERGY – UNITING THE COMMERCE ECOSYSTEM 

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9.10

KEYNOTE

CASE Kellanova (Kellogg):

HOW KELLANOVA IS UNLOCKING NEW CHANNELS BY LAUNCHING ITS OWN ONLINE SHOP

Christoph Sterkel, Head of eCommerce Europe B2B, D2C & Marketplace, Kellanova

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  • Why should a FMCG company like Kellogg launch their very own online shop?

  • What have been the 4 major challenges along the road and how did Kellogg solve them?

  • What will come next and how can Kellogg improve their digital touch points?

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9.40

FUTURE-PROOF DIGITAL COMMERCE - How to prepare for personalization at scale
Steven Volders, Global GTM Director - Customer Data, Insights & Activation, Vaimo

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Discover how the digital commerce landscape is revolutionising & how you can prepare for building personalised customer experiences at scale across the whole customer journey. 

 

  • The Winner's Manual: How to prepare and Succeed for Personalization at Scale

  • Synergy of tech: the ecosystem required for personalisation at scale

  • Upcoming trends further revolutionising digital commerce
     

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10.00​​

CASE INTERVIEW

TRANSFORMING RETAIL: Unveiling Stockmann’s innovative E-commerce business model and seamless marketplace solutions

Juuso Karvonen, Technical Lead, Stockmann​

Johannes Kumpukoski, Sales Director, Paytrail â€‹

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10.20

Networking Break - enjoy some coffee! 

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10.55

DISCUSSION:

HOW WILL AI CONTINUE TO REVOLUTIONIZE DIGITAL COMMERCE?

Olli Lehtonen, eCommerce Director, Stockmann

Jyri Heinonen, ICT Director, EA & Development, Lassila & Tikanoja

Mari Silvennoinen, eCommerce Director, Verkkokauppa.com

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AI is a driving force behind innovation and growth also in the e-commerce sector.

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  • What emerging AI technologies and trends will have the most significant impact on the e-commerce landscape in the next five years?

 

  • As AI continues to evolve, how might the role of human employees in e-commerce change, and what new skillsets will become increasingly important in the industry?

 

  • With the growing emphasis on sustainability and responsible business practices, how might AI be used to reduce the environmental footprint of digital commerce operations now and in the future?

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11.25 

HOW TO ENABLE FUTUREPROOF eCOMMERCE​?

Esa Hjerppe. Senior eCommerce Specialist, Ambientia​

Mikko Salmenius, Senior eCommerce Solution Architect​, Ambientia

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  • Futureproof and modern eCommerce Architecture​

  • Product information at heart of eCommerce​

  • Steps to futureproof your business​

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THEME 2: ELEVATING EXPERIENCES – FROM CLICKS TO CONNECTIONS 

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11.45 

KEYNOTE

TECH-INFUSED LOYALTY PROGRAMS - Strategies for building strong consumer connections

Johanna Widomski, Digital Director, Fazer Group

 

Diving into the heart of consumer-centricity, discover how to redefine consumer loyalty today over points and cards.

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-What is the evolution of loyalty programs for brands?

-How does Fazer deliver consumer and business value through its MyFazer community? Learn the strategies and tactics.

-What capabilities and technologies you need to succeed in building strong consumer connections?

 

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12.10

Lunch & Networking Break 

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13.25 

STRATEGIES FOR DELIVERING ONLINE REVENUE GROWTH

Fredrik Rönnlund, CEO, Leadoo

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Discover the secrets of unforgettable online customer experiences that lead to remarkable online revenue growth.

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  •  What are the key strategies that set apart exceptional online customer experiences?

  • How can you create a lasting impression and stand out from your competitors?

  • What are the most effective techniques for engaging customers online? 

  • What are the benefits of personalized experiences, and how can they boost your business?

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13.50

THE SPECIAL SAUCE IN LOYALTY

Niko Karhapää, Group Strategy Lead, Vipps MobilePay

      

  • Why are loyalty programs important today?

  • What are the pain points regarding loyalty programs for consumers and merchants?

  • How to address these pain points to improve both consumer satisfaction and ROI?

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14.10

PERSONALIZATION IN ACTION: Scalable impact with rapid experimentation​

Eero Martela, Managing Partner, Columbia Road​

 

  • Let's look at several real-life concrete examples!

  • Defining what personalization means for you is a struggle. 3 steps for doing that! 

  • How to get personalisation business impact done with rapid experimentation?

  • How the technical foundation grows through experimentation

  • How experiments guide you towards the vision

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14.30

Networking Break - enjoy some coffee! 

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THEME 3: GLOBAL COMMERCE ODYSSEY – NAVIGATING INTERNATIONAL WATERS 
 

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15.05

DICSUSSION:

WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITITES OF SELLING PRODUCTS INTERNATIONALLY THROUGH MOBILE APPS AND WEBSITES?   â€‹

Gertin Schraa, eCommerce & Digital Marketing Business Leader 

Linda Pausio, Marketing and eCommerce Director, Martinex Group

Mervi Sihvonen, Global eCommerce Lead, ABB, Drive Products

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  • How does mobile commerce differ from traditional e-commerce when it comes to international expansion, and what strategies can help businesses adapt to this mobile-first landscape? 

  • What are the key opportunities that mobile apps and websites offer for businesses looking to expand their international reach, and how can they leverage these platforms effectively?

  • In what ways does technology, such as AI, machine translation, and localization tools, facilitate cross-border e-commerce help businesses communicate with international customers effectively?

  • What strategies can businesses employ to effectively market their products and build brand awareness in international markets through mobile apps and websites, considering the competitive landscape?

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15.35

KEYNOTE

ABT – ALWAYS BE TESTING: Lessons from Cross-Market Experiments and Implementation​

Julia Paulsen, Director of Ecommerce Nordic, Elkjøp Nordic

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  • How to build a Conversion Rate Optimization strategy in matrix organization and how to implement it in the best possible way throughout your local markets?

  • What kind of talent you need in the CRO team to make A/B-testing as successful as possible and rock the motto ABT - always be testing?

  • Examples of  concrete tests we have done in Elkjøp/Gigantti/Elgiganten that have lifted the CR% and customer experience into the new heights. Steal with pride.

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16.05-16:10

THAT`S A WRAP! REMARKS BY OUR MODERATOR​

Nina Rahkola, Journalist, Documentarist, tv-host

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