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Speakers
Ryan ArchibaldCanadian Publisher of VICE & Acting GM of Vice Media Canada Inc., Vice Media, Inc. Ryan Archibald has been with VICE since it's early advent, taking on a variety of key roles in Canada throughout the company's growth from print magazine, to the global media and agency services (VIRTUE) provider it is today. Currently the publisher and acting GM of Canada, Ryan is involved in all facets of the brand's development. Speaking at When Worlds Collide 
Andrew AuPartnerships, Campus Intercept Andrew Au is a youth marketing enthusiast, and a graduate of the Schulich School of Business. After launching his marketing career as an ABM at PepsiCo, Andrew and his partner Shaheen Yazdani brought the Campus Life brand to Canada in 2006. Keeping pace with his passion for growth, Au and his partners formed Campus Intercept (CI), an award-winning youth marketing agency. As active President, Au leads business development and partnerships for Campus Intercept. Speaking at Luncheon Roundtables 
Scott BeffortLead Strategist, Decode Scott leads DECODE's innovation practice that brings clients and young generations together to shape ideas, frame strategies and design innovative ways of building better relationships. It’s a role that supports the continued growth and international expansion of DECODE. Speaking at Know What’s Up With Youth? 
Melissa BissellSr. Marketing Manager, Garage For the past 8 years, Melissa has developed marketing programs for Garage, the #1 Canadian fashion brand coveted by teen girls. She strives to consistently deliver innovative platforms which allow customers to engage and interact with the brand. Speaking at Connecting With Teens at their Passion Points 
Andrew BravenerSocial Media Producer, Freelance Andrew Bravener is a bearded New Brunswick native now living in Toronto. He studied Technical Production at Sheridan College while living a double life as a social media content creator. Andrew has produced, filmed and edited over 600 YouTube videos with an estimated 10 million combined hits. Bravener leads his mass following on multiple platforms such as Twitter, YouTube, Daily Booth, Tumblr and others. He was asked to be the digital media correspondent for MTV this past year at the MTV VMAs, interviewing a slew of acts including B.o.B., Kid Cudi, Rick Ross and Florence + The Machine. Alongside MTV, Bravener has had the opportunity to work with brands such as Much Music, Virgin Mobile, and RIM. Currently Andrew is a freelance social media producer taking on new projects and opportunities. Speaking at The Influencers 
Bryan BrockCreative Director, 1 Love T.O. As co-founder and Creative Director of 1 LOVE T.O., a popular Toronto brand and lifestyle blog, Bryan Brock connects with youth by helping to create and curate culture. 1 LOVE T.O. has become a unifying voice for the city of Toronto, through the iconic logo t-shirt and the blog, Brock has become a key influencer in the world of social media. From the streets to the boardroom, the impact and importance of 1 LOVE T.O. has been embraced and recognized by the likes of The Toronto Star, Much Music, and the National Post. Speaking at The Influencers 
Caitlin BurnsTransmedia Producer, Starlight Runner Entertainment As a Transmedia Producer with Starlight Runner Entertainment, Caitlin Burns creates and influences rich fictional universes that are readily familiar to millions. Building on a background of Theatrical Production design and guerilla events she has worked on a number of blockbusters including Pirates of the Caribbean, Fairies, and Tron Legacy for Disney, James Cameron’s Avatar, Halo for Microsoft, The Happiness Factory for Coca-Cola, and Transformers for Hasbro. She has also had the opportunity to work with Showtime, Scholastic, Nelvana, and Wieden+Kennedy. Speaking at AFTERNOON KEYNOTE: Transmedia Storytelling – The Power of Connected Narratives 
Claudia CalderonDirector of Marketing Portfolio Occasions, Pepsico Foods Canada Claudia Calderon, a graduate from the Richard Ivey School of Business of the University of Western Ontario, currently holds the position of Sr. Marketing Manager Potato Chips at PepsiCo Foods Canada. Since joining PepsiCo Foods Canada in 2008, some of her biggest accomplishments have been leading all strategic and executional elements of the Lay’s Local Campaign (which delivered significant volume & share gains during & post the campaign and received one of 6 Global PepsiCo Awards), reversing four consecutive years of mixed performance on the Doritos business and leading the Doritos Guru & Doritos Viralocity Campaigns which were recognized with over 36 International & Domestic awards. Speaking at The Influencers 
Eric CharlesSr. Marketing Communications Manager, Microsoft - Xbox Eric’s professional career has been focused on finding innovative ways to make already favourable entertainment brands reach greater heights. He cut his teeth working at Ogilvy & Mather on both Telus and American Express before making the jump to exciting world of Entertainment Marketing landing at what was then CHUM Specialty Television. Speaking at When Worlds Collide 
Sean ClaessenExecutive Creative Director, Maritz Canada With a constant focus on mixing traditional and non-traditional creative and a vast breadth of tactical knowledge that is governed by strong strategic fidelity founded in consumer insight, Sean is a valuable leader in our marketing communications thought leadership. Leading a team of Strategists, Creative Directors, Art Directors and Writers, his focus is on creating valuable and potent brand experiences that translate into explicit results. Sean is an expert in youth marketing, having lead experiential campaign development for brands such as Durex, Solo Mobile, Mattel, Zune and Puma. Speaking at Luncheon Roundtables 
Mark EbedesPartner, Pumped Incorporated Mark Ebedes co-founded Pumped Inc. with business partner and youth marketing veteran, John Debono. Now in our 10th year of business, we remain as "PUMPED" (if not more than ever), about the event, sampling, and experiential projects we develop and execute for our clients. We have also built some exciting and unique marketing platforms and channels that are proprietary to Pumped. In the youth segment, this includes Student Life Expo which is the largest education and lifestyle event for graduating high school students, and C.B.P.N. (Campus Bookstore Promotions Network) which provides unparalleled reach to university and college students from coast to coast. Speaking at Luncheon Roundtables 
Abby HoDigital & Social Media Strategist, Epitome Pictures Inc Abby is the Digital and Social Media Strategist for Epitome Pictures Inc., the producers of the hit Canadian television series Degrassi. Working closely with broadcast partners MuchMusic and TeenNick, she is responsible for conceptualizing and executing digital, mobile and social media strategy. Speaking at The Influencers 
Matt HoughtonFounder & Publisher, Push.ca Matt Houghton is the founder and publisher of Push.ca, a Canadian snowboard and skateboard website owned and operated by Sympatico.ca, one of Canada's largest web portals. Push.ca went from concept to reality in six months in 2008, and has since become the leading action sports site in the country. Matt also delves into the “mainstream” sports category as the publisher of Sympatico Sports, and covered the 2010 Winter Olympics for Push.ca and Sympatico.ca from Vancouver and Whistler, with daily columns and a multi-episode video series. Speaking at Connecting With Teens at their Passion Points 
Martin McIntoshVice President, Research & Incite Consultants For Martin a satisfying day on the job entails seeing core business research questions and translated into meaningful and positive actionable business results, that can effectively drive measurable business successes. All the while being mindful of the important aim of understanding the trials and triumphs of the countless consumers who power brands to success, never forgetting the shared 'humanity' that binds them together. Ultimately for him, the " The core consumer story matters, in each and every 'feature' presentation/analysis". Speaking at TRU tunes in to Canadian Teens 
James MilwardExecutive Producer, The Secret Location James Milward has a degree in Economics and a postgraduate degree in Interactive Art and Entertainment from the New Media Lab at the Canadian Film Centre. James has worked extensively in TV commercial production and documentary film, prior to defecting to the dark arts of interactive, thirsting for a bigger creative canvas. Speaking at Luncheon Roundtables 
Karla MoyCreator, hustleGRL If anyone is living up to their billing, Karla “hustleGRL” Moy certainly fits the mold. The Toronto native, who will turn 19 in June, has already been featured in magazines and websites alike for her graphic designing abilities. What’s even more special? She taught herself. Moy, who is the brainchild behind behind her own site (www.hustleGRL.com), is also the architect of Hip-Hop superstar Drake’s official fan site, AllThings-Fresh.net. Speaking at The Influencers 
Rajat PahariaFounder and Chief Product Officer, Bunchball Rajat Paharia is the founder and Chief Product Officer of Bunchball. Rajat’s skill set combines a unique understanding of technology and design that stems from a four year career at design firm IDEO where he was co-director of the Software Experiences Practice. While there he worked with clients including AT&T Wireless, Avaya, Microsoft, McDonald’s, HP and Philips. Prior to IDEO, Rajat worked at Philips Consumer Electronics, IBM Research and ViewStar. He has a Masters degree in Computer Science from Stanford University, with a focus on Human Computer Interaction, and an undergraduate degree from the University of California Berkeley. Speaking at KEYNOTE: Get in the Game – Engaging and Motivating Youth through Gamification 
Nathan RosenbergChief Marketing Officer, Virgin Mobile Nathan joined Virgin Mobile Australia in June 2000 to head up its marketing team and was in charge of developing the brand, communications activity, and acquisition marketing strategies. Speaking at Introduction 
Michael SamoszewskiDirector, Coca-Cola Trademark Brands, Coca Cola Ltd Speaking at How to Win with Social Media – Coca-Cola’s Formula 
Mark ThompsonDirector, Sales, Hip Digital Media A strategic marketing and sales professional with extensive experience leading the development and execution of corporate strategy. As a team leader Mark is dedicated to inspiring and influencing clients and staff how best to create ROI through investment. This expertise allows Mark to succeed as a marketer and a driven new client sales specialist that can communicate and interact effectively resulting in new business opportunities and relationship confidence. Mark is passionate about contributing to the growth & success of organizations. Speaking at Luncheon Roundtables |
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