A journalist, an AI lawyer, a PwC partner, and an AI startup founder walk into Advertising Week – and cut through the noise.
Everyone’s talking about AI, but most are saying the same things. So what’s being missed, what’s being ignored, and what’s actually worth your attention?
For this session, IV.AI used its own technology to analyze how more than 8,000 AI companies describe themselves online – uncovering which buzzwords dominate (like “agentic” and “autonomous”), what they claim to do, and how those narratives compare to what the technology truly delivers. The result is a revealing snapshot of an industry caught between promise and performance.
Join our panel of experts as they dissect the data, demystify the hype, and explore what it all means for brands, marketers, and creators navigating AI adoption, regulation, and IP protection.
AI is a big, weird, complicated chunk of technology made up of algorithms that learn by analyzing: What we think (via text) and what we see (via computer vision).
Because the data that makes AI ‘smart’ is either created by us or observed in our natural habitat, it’s also very easy to understand, if you look at it the right way.
From agentic AI and driving high-quality results from agents, to foundational models that manage anomalies and hold systems together.
AI is rapidly transforming how consumers discover, evaluate, and engage with brands. As more journeys begin and end within AI platforms, marketers must rethink how and where they connect with audiences. This panel brings together leaders building the future of AI and search to explore shifting consumer behaviors and where ad innovation is heading. Get insights into today’s cutting edge – and what’s coming next.
As the industry shifts toward an AI-first reality, are traditional creative models still built to win? For General Motors, this pivotal moment required a fundamental re-engineering of its model. Join Molly Peck of General Motors and Deborah Heslip of Monks for a candid discussion on the new strategies and partnerships required to thrive in this new era. They will explore GM’s journey beyond a traditional content supply chain to a fluid, AI-powered ecosystem designed to act in real time. Discover how GM unified its agency roster with foundational partner Monks, creating a tech-enabled powerhouse that leverages AI to rapidly trans-create, personalize and scale content across the brand portfolio. This discussion will provide the blueprint for building an agile, AI-native brand that moves at the speed of the market.
Stop marketing to outdated segments. It’s likely your audience is built on yesterday’s data. In this session, discover how PrimeAudience uses Generative AI to transform audience understanding, replacing static assumptions with precise insights drawn from real-time content engagement. Learn to build hyper-relevant campaigns that adapt, resonate, and drive real results.
AI is transforming how campaigns are built, but for creators and agencies, the challenge is balancing innovation with authenticity. In this fireside chat, hear from Liz Stone, founder of creative agency OKCOOL, and Liah Yoo, creator-turned-entrepreneur behind KraveBeauty, as they share how they’re weaving new tech like CapCut’s AI Design into their creative workflows. Learn how small businesses and agencies alike are using AI to scale content, extend campaigns, and stay ahead, without losing creative control.
Marketing leaders face mounting pressure to deliver personalized experiences at scale while navigating an overwhelming landscape of AI-powered solutions. How do you cut through the hype to achieve real transformation? Join us for a conversation with Michael Shiwdin, Wyndham’s Group VP of Guest Engagement and Loyalty, as we explore practical frameworks for evaluating marketing technology, implementing data-driven strategies, and measuring what matters in the AI era.
