11:00 am
Sat Mar 9

Brand: The New Political Reality (OFFICIAL)

Fairmont Austin
101 Red River Street, Austin, TX, 78701
0.50km S

This is an official event. More info on badges, wristbands & priority access.

Fairmont

Congressional B

101 Red River.

Speakers

Joy Howard

Lyft

Corley Kenna

Patagonia

Nancy King

Airbnb

Brendán Murphy

Lippincott

It’s 2019 and every brand or brand action has become political. From Pepsi to Facebook, Starbucks to Gap, CEO to celebrity spokesperson, whether intentional or not, brands have become our reality TV. And with 57% of consumers admitting to buying or boycotting a brand because of the position it takes on an issue, it’s never been more important for brands to get it right.

This panel will bring in leading experts to explore the new reality for brands marketing to a highly nationalized, politicized and polarized society. Audiences will learn how brand leaders are navigating this new territory, what lessons can be learned from those who’ve put a stake in the ground and the new rules for engaging consumers and employees on the issues that matter.

Primary Entry: Platinum Badge, Interactive Badge

Secondary Entry: Music Badge, Film Badge

Format: Panel

Event Type: Session

Track: Brands & Marketing

Level: Advanced