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SUMMARY:iMedia Retail Summit Australia 2026
DESCRIPTION:iMedia Retail Summit Australia is the country’s premier retail and eCommerce leadership event — connecting senior retail executives and digital commerce innovators from enterprise-level brands with top-tier technology and solution partners. \nOver two and a half transformative days\, Australia’s top retail decision-makers connect through iMedia’s unique format of curated networking\, strategic 1:1 meetings\, and interactive sessions\, designed to explore the innovations\, technology trends\, customer strategies\, and partnership opportunities powering the next era of retail growth in Australia. \n\n\n\nDesigned for senior retail leaders & innovators.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRetailers\nJoin an exclusive group of 200 senior retail and eCommerce leaders from Australia’s top enterprise brands at the country’s most influential retail experience. \nAttendance is by invitation only\, ensuring every participant brings valuable perspective and strategic intent. \nAs an approved retailer delegate\, you’ll enjoy complimentary access to all summit sessions\, networking events\, accommodation\, and hospitality across the two-and-a-half days. \nApproved retailer invitations are strictly limited and confirmed on a first-come\, first-served basis until places are allocated. \n\n\nTech & Solutions Vendors (Networkers)\nBe part of an elite network of 200 approved technology and solution providers connecting directly with Australia’s most influential retail decision-makers. \nAs a paid delegate\, your Networker pass includes strategic 1:1 meetings\, access to all content and networking sessions\, premium hospitality\, and the opportunity to form partnerships that drive real commercial outcomes. \nPasses and sponsorship opportunities are in high demand and available only to a limited number of approved businesses.
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/imedia-retail-summit-australia-2026/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Mirage\, Gold Coast\, QLD
CATEGORIES:Advertising,All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Brisbane,Communications,Conference,Content Marketing,eCommerce,Market Research,Marketing,Presentation,Queensland
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UID:27444-1782950400-1788479999@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:AI Powered Content & Digital Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dynamic full-day workshop\, “AI-Powered Storytelling Masterclass\,” led by Steve Ballantyne\, an industry veteran with over 30 years of storytelling and branding expertise. Designed for marketers\, business leaders\, and creatives\, this workshop will demonstrate how to integrate traditional storytelling methods with generative AI tools to revolutionise your content creation process. \nThis workshop will give you the practical skills to harness AI tools to craft more engaging\, scalable\, and personalised stories across all digital platforms. From brand narratives to social media campaigns\, you’ll walk away empowered to create content that captures attention and drives impact.
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/ai-powered-content-digital-storytelling/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:AI,All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Communications,Content Marketing,Copywriting,Marketing,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260416T084842
CREATED:20251231T054728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T073701Z
UID:27291-1784678400-1784851199@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:Online Retailer Conference & Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Where 3\,800+ industry leaders\, innovators\, and entrepreneurs come together to explore the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of ecommerce. Online Retailer offers the opportunity to network\, learn from 200+ expert speakers\, and discover cutting-edge solutions from 150+ providers\, all helping you drive your business forward. \nWhether you’re looking to optimise your ecommerce strategy\, enhance customer experience\, network with industry peers or stay ahead of the competition\, our conference and expo are designed to provide valuable insights and actionable takeaways for every online retailer.
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/online-retailer-conference-expo-2026/
LOCATION:ICC Sydney\, 14 Darling Drive\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Marketing,Sydney
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260416T084842
CREATED:20260404T013759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T020226Z
UID:27433-1784678400-1784851199@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:CMO Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:At the CMO Summit\, you will experience a dynamic programme featuring visionary keynote presentations\, real-life case studies and interactive forums delivered by compelling speakers and expert moderators.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe CMO Summit is an invitation-only\, premium forum bringing together leading marketing executives\, innovative agencies and solution providers. The summit’s content is aligned with key marketing challenges and interests\, relevant market developments\, and practical\, progressive ideas and strategies adopted by successful pioneers.\n\nKEY TOPICS\n\n\n\nMARKETING REIMAGINED WITH AI \nIntegrating AI\, predictive analytics\, and dynamic personalization to boost effectiveness\, expand reach\, and deliver measurable impact\n\n\n\n\nBRAND CREDIBILITY IN THE DIGITAL AGE \nBuilding credibility in an era of misinformation\, AI-generated content\, and growing consumer scepticism\n\n\n\n\nEMPOWERING MARKETING TALENT \nCultivating top marketing talent and continuously upskilling teams to excel in a fast-evolving landscape\n\n\n\n\nCMO AS A VALUE MAXIMIZER \nBalancing budget constraints with ambitious growth expectations to ensure every marketing investment delivers tangible business outcomes\n\n\n\n\nDYNAMIC OPERATIONS \nLeveraging real-time data\, agile processes\, and strong interdepartmental alignment to optimize performance amid uncertainty and rapid market shifts\n\n\n\n\nMARKETING IN SYNC \nDriving results by aligning efforts across functions to deliver seamless\, high-impact campaigns
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/cmo-summit-2026-2/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise\, QLD
CATEGORIES:Advertising,All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Conference,Management,Marketing,Queensland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260416T084842
CREATED:20260404T014004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T020226Z
UID:27436-1784764800-1784851199@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:2026 Mumbrella Awards
DESCRIPTION:These awards are media and marketing’s ultimate gala celebrating the standout work\, ideas and teams that\, over the past 12 months\, have shaped culture\, driven commercial impact and pushed the industry forward. \nAcross 36 categories spanning marketing\, advertising\, media\, production\, PR and communications sectors\, Mumbrella has introduced a clearer thematic structure\, grouping categories across Campaign Excellence\, Craft and Innovation\, Specialist Disciplines\, Agency and Team Awards\, and Culture and Values. The result is a more intuitive framework for entrants and jurors alike\, while preserving the breadth and prestige the Mumbrella Awards are known for. \nNew pinnacle awards\, including Brand of the Year and Holdco of the Year\, raise the bar at the top end of the program. The introduction of a live component for Industry Leader of the Year at Mumbrella360 further reinforces transparency\, credibility and community engagement\, while keeping the majority of scoring firmly in the hands of our expert jurors. \nThe ambition is simple: to recognise work that not only stands out creatively\, but stands up commercially\, culturally and strategically. Make sure you carefully review the refreshed entry criteria before you commence crafting your success stories. \n\n\n\n\n\n2026 AWARD CATEGORIES\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCampaign Excellence \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAd Campaign of the Year \nCreative Effectiveness \nOmnichannel Campaign of the Year \nSmall Budget\, Big Impact \nPurpose and Impact Campaign \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCraft and Innovation \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFilm and Motion Craft \nDesign and Visual Craft \nDigital and UX Craft \nReal-Time and Responsive Marketing \nCreative Excellence in AI and Emerging Tech \nTV Ad of the Year \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecialist Disciplines \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMedia Campaign of the Year \nBest Use of Retail Media \nSocial-First Idea of the Year \nBest Influencer or Creator Strategy \nExperiential and Live Campaign of the Year \nContent Marketing Strategy of the Year \nBest Use of Data and Insight in Marketing \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPro Bono Campaign of the Year \nSustainability and Responsibility in Marketing \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgency and Team Awards \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgency of the Year – NOMINATED ONLY \nCreative Agency of the Year \nMedia Agency of the Year \nPR Agency of the Year \nFull-Service Agency of the Year \nIndependent Agency of the Year \nEmerging Agency of the Year \nSpecialist Agency of the Year \nMarketing Team of the Year \nSales Team of the Year \nEmerging Talent \nBrand of the Year \nHoldco of the Year – AGGREGATE SCORE ONLY \nIndustry Leader of the Year \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCulture and Values Awards \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMumbrella Award for Bravery \nMumbrella Award for Collaboration \nMumbrella Award for Culture \nMumbrella Award for Innovation
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/2026-mumbrella-awards/
LOCATION:The Star\, 80 Pyrmont Street\, Sydney\, New South Wales\, 2009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Award,Marketing,Sydney
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTSTAMP:20260416T084842
CREATED:20251231T031011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T073701Z
UID:27247-1786406400-1786492799@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:How to build a never-ending source of content ideas across an entire content marketing year
DESCRIPTION:Struggling with “what do we post next?” is the #1 killer of consistent content marketing. In 2026\, the brands who win are those who’ve built sustainable\, systemised idea engines — so they never run out of inspiration\, never repeat themselves\, and always stay ahead of their audience’s needs. \nIn this one-hour virtual Lunch n’ Learn\, you’ll learn how to create a year’s worth of content ideas without burnout or creative block. Using proven frameworks and creative prompts\, we’ll show you how to design a repeatable system that fuels endless ideas\, aligns with business goals\, and works across every social platform you’re active on. You’ll leave with a plug-and-play idea generation process that you can revisit again and again. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nWhy most businesses run out of content ideas [and how to avoid it]\nThe key frameworks for mapping ideas to the customer journey\nHow to build a “content bank” that lasts an entire year\nTools and techniques to spark creativity on-demand\nHow to repurpose one strong idea into multiple formats + platforms\nTapping into trends without losing consistency or brand voice\nReal examples of businesses running endless\, cohesive campaigns
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/how-to-build-a-never-ending-source-of-content-ideas-across-an-entire-content-marketing-year/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Advertising,All Event Locations,All Event Topics,Communications,Content Marketing,Marketing,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260416T084842
CREATED:20251231T061516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T073701Z
UID:27311-1787529600-1787788799@marketing.com.au
SUMMARY:iMedia Future of Marketing Summit Australia 2026
DESCRIPTION:For over twenty years\, iMedia’s marketing and brand summits have been at the forefront of curating impactful forums for collaboration\, hosting thought leadership-driven summits that unite leaders in brand\, marketing and digital innovation. \nThese events have sparked professional relationships and dynamic collaborations\, underscoring the steadfast belief in the power of meaningful connections that propel industry growth and success. Through a meticulously curated Martech programme\, attendees will benefit from networking opportunities and 1:1 meetings with exciting business partners\, and the privilege to learn from some of the most exciting expert speakers on topics and trends relevant to the industry both locally and globally.
URL:https://marketing.com.au/event/imedia-future-of-marketing-summit-australia-2026/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Mirage\, Gold Coast\, QLD
CATEGORIES:All Event Locations,All Event Topics,All Event Types,Marketing,Queensland
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