Retail Media Impact Summit 2025
24th September 2025 | Amsterdam
IAB Europe is proud to present the first-ever edition of the Retail Media Impact Summit - a bold new leadership event created to define the future of Retail Media across Europe and beyond.
This one-day summit will unite 150 senior decision-makers, from visionary retailers and innovative advertisers to pioneering tech partners and policy shapers. Through high-impact keynotes, collaborative workshops, and expert-led breakout sessions, we’ll unpack the toughest challenges, spotlight new opportunities, and shape the next chapter of this fast-changing space.
Why attend?
Because this isn’t just another industry event. It’s where leaders unite to impact the future of retail media in Europe - building meaningful content, exchanging powerful insights, and driving change through collaborative roundtables and hands-on workshops.
What to Expect
1. Incrementality Measurement
2. Retailer First‑Party Data & Clean Rooms
3. Evolution of On‑Site Opportunities
4. The Duo Effect – Retail Media & CTV
5. Evolution of Industry Standards for Commerce Media
6. Digital In‑Store Buying and Measurement
During the breakout sessions, you can choose one of three inspiring sessions, each taking place in a different room at the same time:
Breakout Room 1: De Studio
Breakout room 2: De Foyer
Breakout room 3: Het Bankgeheim
Each room offers a unique setting to explore new ideas and connect with others. Pick the session that interests you most!
Please note: Attendees will need to register for their preferred breakout session prior to the event.
Who Will Be There?
Curated with the input of a multi-stakeholder committee, including WFA, leading retailers, agencies, and more, the agenda is designed to deliver real value, provoke big ideas, and accelerate collaborative progress.
Registration is now open!
Sponsorship opportunities
Interested in partnering with us? We have a limited number of partner opportunities remaining for this event. Reach out to puffett (@) iabeurope.eu to discuss how you can get involved!
In Collaboration with VIA
The Retail Media Impact Summit 2025 is proudly organised in collaboration with VIA, the national trade association for the marketing and media industry in the Netherlands and a valued member of IAB Europe. VIA’s local expertise and deep industry connections bring essential insights to the event, helping to shape a truly impactful and regionally grounded experience in Amsterdam.
Brief networking & coffee
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Brief networking & coffee
Hosts: Patricia Grundmann & Jason Wescott
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Hosts:
Patricia Grundmann & Jason Wescott
Hosts:
Patricia Grundmann & Jason Wescott
Drew Cashmore, Retail Media Leader & Strategist
Europe's Leapfrog Moment in Retail Media: The Opportunity to Lead
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Topic: Europe's Leapfrog Moment in Retail Media: The Opportunity to Lead
Speaker: Drew Cashmore, Retail Media Leader & Strategist
Retail media is still in its early innings. And that means leadership is still up for grabs.While other markets are wrestling with complexity—legacy stacks, siloed data, and retrofitted teams—Europe is in a uniquely powerful position. Not because it's catching up. But because it's building with clearer eyes.
The truth is, the global retail media market is hungry for a different kind of model. One that values simplicity over scale-for-scale’s-sake. Interoperability over individual walled gardens. A system that works for retailers and brands and customers, because it was designed that way from the start.
That’s Europe’s opportunity. What’s been built here already is strong—multi-market collaboration, strong trade organisations, retailer openness to shared infrastructure. The foundations are there. And if we make the right strategic moves now, Europe can leapfrog into global leadership. Not just in revenue—but in influence, model design, and measurement integrity.
Fireside Chat: The Live Retail Media Roundtable with Daniel Knapp and Drew Cashmore
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Fireside Chat: The Live Retail Media Roundtable with Daniel Knapp and Drew Cashmore
Join Daniel Knapp, Chief Economist at IAB Europe, and Drew Cashmore, Retail Media Leader & Strategist for a 15-minute fireside chat on the retail media landscape. From macroeconomic trends to on-the-ground innovation, this live roundtable will explore what’s driving growth, where challenges remain, and how retailers and brands can unlock the full potential of retail media in Europe.
Hosts: Patricia Grundmann & Jason Wescott
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Located in the The Theatre Hall
3 breakout sessions in 3 rooms located in:
1 Breakout room: De Studio
2 Breakout room: De Foyer
3 Breakout room: Het Bankgeheim
Chris Riegel, CEO of STRATACACHE
Unlocking the Untapped Potential of Digital In-Store: What will it take to get to the Next Frontier?
Chris Riegel, CEO/Founder of STRATACACHE
Room: De Studio
One of the largest-ever studies of the impact of in-store digital signage (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Babson College) has
uncovered empirical data that digital ads boost sales conversion. This session will delve into the current landscape of digital in-store media,
exploring why it often falls short of its full potential despite compelling independent data on its effectiveness. Grounded in work done by the IAB we
will discuss the existing challenges, particularly around measurement and capabilities, where digital in-store is often treated merely as an
extension of static advertising.
Through an interactive discussion, we will explore innovative approaches to monetisation, and the need for dynamic, data-driven messaging that goes
beyond simple time-based bookings. The session aims to identify the barriers to greater investment and adoption, whether they are related to
education, technology costs, or a lack of understanding regarding the nuanced capabilities available. Participants will collaborate to envision the "next frontier" for in-store retail media and discuss what the industry needs to do to get there, considering the diverse perspectives of retailers, advertisers and agencies.
Yara Daher, Retail Media Consultant, IAB Europe
Tami Harrigan, Vice President, Business Development, AppsFlyer Data Collaboration
Debunking Clean Room Myths: Building a Smarter Data Collaboration Blueprint
Yara Daher, Retail Media Consultant, IAB Europe
Tami Harrigan, Vice President, Business Development, AppsFlyer Data Collaboration
Room: Het Bankgeheim
As retailer first-party data becomes central to audience strategy and campaign measurement, Clean Rooms are gaining traction as essential tools for privacy-safe collaboration. Yet, confusion persists—from assumptions about universal measurement capabilities to misconceptions around data privacy.
In this interactive session, AppsFlyer will unpack five common myths surrounding Clean Rooms and reveal the critical questions every brand, retailer, and tech partner should ask before choosing a provider. Through live audience input and shared insights, we’ll co-create a practical Blueprint for Data Collaboration in Retail Media—designed to help the industry move from complexity to clarity.
Dan Sands, Regional Director, EMEA, Zitcha Lisa Avery, Director of Customer Success EMEA, Zitcha
Breaking the Channel Mindset: One Retailer, One Shopper, One Strategy
Dan Sands, Regional Director, EMEA at Zitcha
Lisa Avery, Director of Customer Success EMEA at Zitcha
Room: De Foyer
This session will spark strong debate: why do retailers still treat in-store, app, CTV, and eCommerce as separate channels? Zitcha will showcase how a unified, shopper-first approach delivers stronger results.
2 breakout sessions in 2 rooms located in:
1 Breakout room: De Studio
2 Breakout room: Het Bankgeheim
Breakout room De Studio: Steve Lockwood & Adolpho Fernandez, TikTok
Breakout room De Foyer: IAB Europe + Showcase
Breakout room Het Bankgeheim: Daniel Knapp, IAB Europe
Josh Gray, Head of Global Commerce Product Strategy & Operations, TikTok Steve Lockwood, Head of Client Measurement, Europe, TikTok
Scaling Outcomes in Retail Media
Josh Gray, Head of Global Commerce Product Strategy & Operations, TikTok
Steve Lockwood, Head of Client Measurement, Europe, TikTok
Room: De Studio
Scaling Outcomes in Retail Media
At this session, TikTok will explore the role of entertainment platforms in Retail Media. With a focus on the challenges of scale and attribution, join senior leaders from our global product and measurement teams as they explore and discuss the inter-tangled worlds of retail, media and content followed by a panel discussion with industry leaders from data integration platforms and leading European retailers.
Daniel Knapp, IAB Europe
The Duo Effect: Retail Media and Connected TV
Daniel Knapp, IAB Europe
Room: Bankgeheim
As Retail Media and Connected TV (CTV) continue to scale, their convergence is creating new opportunities for marketers. Retail and commerce media data are increasingly powering CTV strategies—enabling more precise targeting, closed-loop measurement, and omnichannel storytelling.
The session will feature exclusive insights from Daniel Knapp, IAB Europe’s Chief Economist, who will unpack the macro trends driving this convergence and offer a forward-looking view on its implications for advertisers, platforms, and retailers.
Audience engagement will be central to the workshop discussion. Participants will be invited to:
3 breakout sessions in 3 rooms located in:
1 Breakout room: De Studio
2 Breakout room: De Foyer
3 Breakout room: Het Bankgeheim
Breakout room De Studio: Paul Dahill, Koddi
Breakout room De Foyer: Yara Daher, IAB Europe
Breakout room Het Bankgeheim: IAB Europe + Case Studies from Retailers
Paul Dahill, Managing Director, EMEA Sales, Koddi
From Promise to Performance: Building an Off-Site Retail Media Strategy That Works
Paul Dahill, Managing Director, EMEA Sales, Koddi
Room: De Studio
Koddi presents new research exploring the current and future state of offsite retail media. From where media buyers are investing today to the barriers preventing broader adoption. This 50-minute session will unpack real insights into formats like CTV, podcast, and DOOH, along with persistent challenges such as transparency, measurement, and buying complexity. Framed around audience engagement, the session will invite live reactions to the findings and foster a discussion on what needs to happen next for offsite to truly deliver on its promise.
Marie-Clare Puffett, Industry Development & Insights Director, IAB Europe
Christian Raveaux, Retail Media Connect, REWE
Barbara van Kaauwen, Lead Sales & Business Development Manager, DOUGLAS Marketing Solutions
Evolution of On-Site: Sponsored Products and Ad Portfolio Diversification
Intro from IAB Europe + Case studies by Retailers
Marie-Clare Puffett, Industry Development & Insights Director, IAB Europe
Christian Raveaux, Retail Media Connect, REWE
Barbara van Kaauwen, Lead Sales & Business Development Manager, DOUGLAS Marketing Solutions
Room: Bankgeheim
Sponsored products remain the largest and most established segment of retail media programs. This session will feature case studies that demonstrate how retailers are optimising sponsored product performance while also diversifying their ad product portfolios to drive incremental revenue and value for brands.
Yara Daher, Retail Media Consultant, IAB Europe
Collin Colburn, IAB US
Tom Ashby, WFA
Bridging Trade and Media: Navigating Investment Convergence in Retail
Yara Daher, Retail Media Consultant, IAB Europe
Collin Colburn, IAB US
Tom Ashby, WFA
Room: De Foyer
Trade marketing and digital media are no longer operating in silos—this session explores how these investment streams are converging, what it means for strategic planning, and how brands can harmonise both approaches for maximum impact. Featuring direct insights from advertisers via the WFA, we’ll unpack the evolving relationship between trade and media budgets and invite participants to share their own experiences and challenges.
This session is exclusively open to brands, agencies, and retailers.
Yara Daher, Retail Media Consultant, IAB Europe Stanislas Lajouanie, VP Brands EU & LATAM, Liveramp Collin Colburn, IAB US
Advancing Incrementality Measurement
Yara Daher, IAB Europe
Stanislas Lajouanie, VP Brands EU & LATAM, Liveramp
Collin Colburn, IAB US
Room: De Studio
With growing demand for robust, transparent measurement in retail media, incrementality has emerged as a critical metric for evaluating true campaign impact. In this session, we’ll review the forthcoming IAB Europe Incrementality Measurement Guidelines, set for public comment in September 2025, and invite open discussion on their scope, clarity, and applicability. The session will also feature a showcase presentation from LiveRamp.
Participants will:
Session TBC
Raising the Bar: Inside IAB Europe’s Retail Media Certification Programme
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Topic: Raising the Bar: Inside IAB Europe’s Retail Media Certification Programme
Speakers: TBC
Lucy Cunningham, Head of Media and Propositions, EMEA & APAC, dunnhumby Emma Foley, Head of Strategic Planning, Tesco Media and Insights Platform
Go Far, Go Together
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Topic: Go far, go together
Speakers:
Lucy Cunningham, Head of Media and Propositions, EMEA & APAC, dunnhumby
Emma Foley, Head of Strategic Planning, Tesco Media and Insights Platform
Retail media will soon overtake TV in terms of advertising spend and potential. Retailers are in a fantastic position to take advantage of this opportunity and whilst many have started on their journey, it can be hard to navigate the complex ecosystem in order to scale without partnering. Join us to hear how others across the world including Tesco and JLP have been successful in building and launching retail media businesses and real life lessons in how to expand across channels in a customer centric way, the pitfalls to watch out for and how a collaborative approach can progress faster growth.
Jeroen Wagenaar, Head of Country Sales, MediaMarktSaturn Retail Media
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Speaker: Jeroen Wagenaar, Head of Country Sales, MediaMarktSaturn Retail Media
Hosts: Patricia Grundmann & Jason Wescott
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Notes:
Coming Soon
Located in the The Theatre Hall
Notes:
Coming Soon
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Grundmann
Jason
Wescott
Marie-Clare
Puffett
GET YOUR TICKET NOW!
Secure your spot at IAB Europe’s Retail Media Impact Summit, taking place on the 24th September.
Tickets
*BTW number (belasting over de toegevoegde waarde) or VAT number is the Dutch equivalent of the Tax Identification Number
Tickets include access to the full-day conference on 24th September, along with an exclusive networking dinner at the end of the event.
Location
The TOBACCO Theatre (Address: Nes 75-87, 1012 KD Amsterdam, Netherlands)
How to Get There
By Train + Walk (Approx. 30 minutes total):
Take a direct train from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Central Station (trains run frequently, approx. 15–20 min).
From Central Station, it’s about a 15-minute walk to the theater.
Exit the station and head south toward Dam Square.
From Dam Square, turn left onto Nes Street.
The theater will be on your right at Nes 75–87.
By Taxi or Rideshare (Approx. 25 minutes):
Taxis and rideshare services (like Uber) are available at the airport and can drop you off directly at the venue.
By Foot (Approx. 15 minutes):
Exit the station and walk south toward Damrak.
Continue straight to Dam Square.
Turn left onto Nes Street.
Walk to Nes 75–87 — the TOBACCO Theater will be on your right.
By Tram (Approx. 10 minutes):
Take Tram 4, 14, or 24 from Central Station to Rokin (1 stop).
Walk 2 minutes to Nes Street, and continue to number 75–87.
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Helen Mussard, CMO at mussard (at) iabeurope.eu
Lauren Wakefield, Marketing & Communications Director at wakefield (at) iabeurope.eu