Middle East and Africa Summit 2025

Lunch Plenary | The Power of Youth Culture in Shaping Brands

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This panel explores the influence of youth culture—driven by social media, music, fashion, gaming, and activism—on consumer behavior and brand strategy across the region. Leading marketers, cultural strategists, and regional influencers will unpack how brands are responding to shifting values around identity, inclusion, and expression. We’ll examine campaigns that broke through by tapping into local youth trends and discuss the challenges of staying authentic in a fast-evolving cultural landscape.

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    Moderator

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    Michelle Stevenson

    Executive Director, Marketing and Communications, Milken Institute

    Speakers

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    Silvio Campara

    CEO, Golden Goose
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    Vinay Menda

    Co-Founder, Blank Street Coffee
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    Brieane Olson

    CEO, Pacsun
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    Hayfa Sdiri

    Chief Impact Officer, RIVET
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