Vista Group Conference 2024

Connected

Future.

The conference will bring alive our purpose of creating the software solutions that connect the industry and power the future moviegoer experience.

Vista Group Conference 2024

Connected

Future.

The conference will bring alive our purpose of creating the software solutions that connect the industry and power the future moviegoer experience.

Aotea Centre Auckland, NZ

12 - 15 Feb 24

This event brings together our cinema clients and partners from across the globe to New Zealand, to share experiences, learn about new innovations and network with some of the best in the industry.

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Guest speakers

Kate Rodger

Newshub's Entertainment Editor and Film Reviewer
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James Hurman

Marketing and Innovation Strategy Expert
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Wendy Liebmann​

CEO & Chief Shopper​ - WSL Strategic Retail
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Jackie Brenneman​

Global Cinema Industry Strategist and Advocate
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Adam Posner​

Chief Executive Officer​ - The Point of Loyalty
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Damian Kernahan

Chief Executive Officer​ - Proto CX
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Won Dechpinya

Franchise Operations Director at Coca-Cola
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Our host city

Auckland

We are proud to be hosting Vista Group Conference 2024 in our home city of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, there is plenty of sight seeing and activities for your stay.

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Our sponsors

Vista Group appreciates our sponsors for their dedication and contributions to the conference. Bridging the gap between brand presence and brand involvement, our sponsors provide specific initiatives that benefit our registrants and attendees while enhancing the overall conference experience.

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Kate Rodger
Newshub's Entertainment Editor and Film Reviewer
Kate Rodger is Newshub’s Entertainment Editor and Film Reviewer, which has taken her all over the world covering film premieres and awards ceremonies, visiting movie sets, shooting interviews and filing stories. Kate is a passionate advocate of local film and filmmakers, pushing for mainstream broadcast and digital coverage of New Zealand cinema and has acted as a judge, host and ambassador for several local film competitions, festivals and awards evenings, including the 48Hour Film Festival, Show Me Shorts, Tropfest and the Documentary Edge Festival.
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James Hurman
Marketing and Innovation Strategy Expert
James is the founding partner of Previously Unavailable, working with organisations from early-stage start-ups to mature corporates, and co-founder to Tracksuit (brand health tracking SAAS) and AF Drinks. He is the author of several major data-driven marketing effectiveness studies including The Effectiveness Code (2020) with Cannes Lions and WARC, and The B2B Effectiveness Code (2021) with the LinkedIn B2B Institute and WARC. He has authored two books; The Case for Creativity (2015) and Future Demand (2022). James is also the programme director of the Master of Advertising Effectiveness, a global online professional development programme for marketing and advertising participants, with alumni including executives from Google, Amazon, Disney, and New York Times.
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Damian Kernahan
Chief Executive Officer​ - Proto CX
Damian, a co-founder of Proto since 2008, is a distinguished professional in customer experience and service design in Australia. With over 20 years of experience, he has led 200 successful projects, bringing transformative change to countless organisations. Damian is the leading authority in Service Design in Australia and has served as a judge for the International Service Design Network Global Awards for the past four years, showcasing his commitment to shaping the future of service design.
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Jackie Brenneman​
Global Cinema Industry Strategist and Advocate
Jackie Brenneman is a founding partner of The Fithian Group, a global cinema industry consultancy that partners with the creative community, movie theater owners, leading research firms and innovators to bring custom, market-ready solutions to the marketplace. Prior to forming The Fithian Group, Jackie was Executive Vice President and General Counsel to the National Association of Theatre Owners. In those roles, Jackie was a frequent speaker and panelist at global exhibition events on the importance of data and optimism in shaping the narrative and future of the industry. During the pandemic she achieved $16.1 billion for venue-specific “Save Our Stages” COVID relief grants, with specific grants targeted for movie theater owners. She also formed the Cinema Foundation and acted as its founding President. In that role, she implemented first-ever National Cinema Day in the United States and oversaw the release of the inaugural State of the Cinema Industry Report. Jackie has been awarded the Top Woman in Global Exhibition (2023), Industry Figure of the Year (2022) and Ken Mason Award for achievement in cinema (2022).
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Wendy Liebmann​
CEO & Chief Shopper​ - WSL Strategic Retail
CEO & Chief Shopper at WSL Strategic Retail Wendy is the founder of WSL, a global consultancy she established in New York City almost 40 years ago. Specialising in innovative, shopper-led retail strategies, Wendy's mission is to bring clients down to connect with shoppers on physical or digital selling floors. With extensive global experience, she has assisted leading players across various industries, emphasising the importance of understanding and following the shopper for a glimpse into the future. Wendy's key challenge remains: "Is the shopper in the room?" — a testament to her commitment to keeping clients attuned to evolving consumer behaviours.
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Adam Posner​
Chief Executive Officer​ - The Point of Loyalty
Adam is a seasoned customer loyalty specialist with over 31 years of experience in data-driven marketing. Throughout his career, he has excelled in designing and implementing strategies for customer loyalty, rewards, and membership programs. Adam has conducted extensive research on customers and members for organizations spanning various industries.
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Won Dechpinya
Franchise Operations Director at Coca-Cola
Won Dechpinya, currently the Franchise Operations Director (Away from Home) at Coca-Cola South Pacific, brings extensive experience to the table. Formerly heading Revenue Growth Management for ASEAN & South Pacific, Won will delve into "Unveiling the Blockbuster Beverage & Food Trends in Cinema." Focusing on insights and learnings from North America, the presentation offers a pragmatic exploration of trends shaping the industry.