Commerce Innovators Forum — a premier thought leadership event designed for forward-thinking brands navigating today’s dynamic commerce landscape.
Change isn’t just constant in today’s commerce landscape — it’s accelerating. From economic uncertainty to the rise of retail media and AI, the rules of digital commerce are being rewritten in real time.
This event is designed to meet that moment. We’ll unpack the most urgent challenges brands face today, explore how leaders are adapting, and reveal new ways to operate, connect and win on the digital shelf. Plus, be among the first to get insights from our latest Digitally Influenced Shopper Report and see what’s new in Profitero.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry peers and get inspired by what’s next in digital commerce.
Dive into fresh Profitero data revealing how economic pressures and digital disruption are reshaping the shopper journey. Learn what today’s changing behaviors and headwinds mean for tomorrow’s strategies—and how your brand can adapt to stay competitive across the digital shelf.
Mike Black
Chief Growth Officer,
Profitero+
Todd Hassenfelt
Global Digital Commerce & Execution Senior Director, Strategy,
Colgate-Palmolive
Blake Boulden
VP, Omnichannel Marketing,
Keurig Dr. Pepper
Jie Cheng
MBA Lecturer,
Loyola-Quinlan & Northwestern-Kellogg
Join Profitero+ Chairwoman Sarah Hofstetter for a candid conversation with Utz Brands CEO Howard Friedman. Together, they’ll explore big ideas shaping the future of commerce, from rethinking leadership in times of change to building brands that endure.
Howard Friedman
Chief Executive Officer,
Utz Brands
Sarah Hofstetter
Chairwoman,
Profitero+
This expert panel will demystify what it really takes to build a connected commerce strategy—balancing paid and organic media, optimizing assortment, and aligning internal teams to influence outcomes. Walk away with clear, practical steps to connect the dots.
Christina Vail
Chief Operating Officer,
Profitero+
Emily Thomas Theobald
Sr. Director, eCommerce,
The Campbell's Company
Ashley Becker
VP Global eCommerce and Marketing,
Kraft Heinz
Brian Maloney
Global Lead, Digital Products, Digital Shelf,
Beam Suntory
Get to know our Ethan Goodman. From personal backstory to bold vision, this session blends human insight with hard-hitting industry questions—unpacking his take on leadership, growth, and why connectivity is key to unlocking the future of eCommerce.
Sarah Hofstetter
Chairwoman,
Profitero+
Ethan Goodman
President,
Profitero+
Juggling content demands? Hear from expert practitioners on real-world challenges and opportunities—and walk away with practical strategies to optimize product content and stay ahead in an increasingly complex digital shelf landscape.
Tyrel Beutler
SVP eCommerce,
Mars United
Josie Kirk-Pagel
Senior Associate Director, eCommerce Strategy & Activation,
Boehringer Ingelheim
Mike Black
Chief Growth Officer
Profitero+
Bringing actionability and granularity to life.
Eric Bosco
Chief Product Officer,
Profitero+
"Overall I thought this was an incredibly well run event. My favorite event I've been to all year and I hope to return next year. The speakers and ability to network with so many thought leaders in the space was unparalleled to any other event I've been to."