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
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Get your badge
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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?
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What have been the 4 major challenges along the road and how did Kellogg solve them?
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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.
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The Winner's Manual: How to prepare and Succeed for Personalization at Scale
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Synergy of tech: the ecosystem required for personalisation at scale
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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 ​
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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?
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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?
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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​
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Product information at heart of eCommerce​
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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?
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How can you create a lasting impression and stand out from your competitors?
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What are the most effective techniques for engaging customers online?
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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
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Why are loyalty programs important today?
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What are the pain points regarding loyalty programs for consumers and merchants?
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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​
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Let's look at several real-life concrete examples!
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Defining what personalization means for you is a struggle. 3 steps for doing that!
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How to get personalisation business impact done with rapid experimentation?
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How the technical foundation grows through experimentation
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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? ​
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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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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