The Future of Customer Engagement

Customer engagement is entering a new era.

AI is redefining personalization. Customer data is becoming the foundation of every interaction. Expectations are higher than ever, and the brands that succeed will be those that create meaningful, connected experiences across every touchpoint.

Join 100+ senior marketing, digital, CRM, customer experience, and technology leaders for a day of executive conversations, practical insights, and peer networking at UPLIFT South Africa 2026.

 

Date: Thursday, 08th October
Time: 09:00 - 5:00 PM
Venue: The Terrace Rooftop, Capetown

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Your next era of customer engagement starts with Insider One

Beyond Campaigns. Towards Intelligent Relationships.

Customer engagement is no longer about campaigns alone. Discover how leading brands are using AI, data, and automation to build smarter, more meaningful customer relationships.

AI-Powered Customer Experiences

Learn how organizations are using AI to deliver personalized experiences, automate engagement, and create value at every customer touchpoint.

Building a Unified Customer View

Explore how businesses are connecting customer data across channels to create a single, actionable view that powers every interaction.

Personalization That Delivers Business Impact

See how leading brands are delivering relevant, individualized experiences that improve engagement, loyalty, and long-term customer value.

Omnichannel Customer Journeys

Discover strategies for creating seamless customer experiences across email, WhatsApp, mobile, web, SMS, and other digital channels.

Leading in the AI Era

Join the conversation on how marketing and customer experience leaders are preparing their teams, technology, and strategies for the future of customer engagement.

Agenda

09:00 - 09:30

Registration, Breakfast & Networking

Kick off the day by connecting with fellow marketing and customer engagement leaders over breakfast before the summit begins.

09:30 - 09:45

Welcome Address & Opening Remarks

Opening remarks from Insider One, setting the stage for a day of insights, innovation, and meaningful conversations on the future of customer engagement.

09:45 – 10:15

The Customer Engagement Challenge

Put your knowledge to the test in a live, interactive quiz covering AI, CRM, customer behavior, marketing trends, and brand strategies - with prizes for the top performers.

10:15 - 10:45

The Next Decade of Customer Engagement

Explore how AI, predictive intelligence, and autonomous customer engagement are redefining the future of marketing, featuring the launch of Agent One.

10:45 - 11:30

Panel Discussion: AI - Hype of Reality?

Industry leaders discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI in customer engagement, from personalization and automation to privacy, governance, and customer trust.

11:30 - 11:50

Coffee Break & Networking

Recharge with coffee while continuing conversations and building new connections with industry peers.

11:50 - 12:20

Fireside Chat: The CMO Playbook for the AI Era

An executive conversation on how today's marketing leaders are adapting their strategies, teams, and technologies to thrive in an AI-first world.

12:20 – 12:45

Partner Spotlight

Discover innovative solutions and success stories from one of our strategic partners driving the future of customer engagement.

12:45 - 13:15

AI in Action: Customer Journeys That Drive Growth

Learn how leading retail brands are using AI-powered customer journeys to increase engagement, loyalty, and measurable business outcomes.

13:15 - 14:30

Networking Lunch

Continue the conversation over lunch with speakers, partners, and fellow business leaders.

14:30 – 15:15

Panel Discussion: Customer Engagement 2.0

Explore how personalization, AI, CRM, CDPs, and loyalty ecosystems are transforming the next generation of customer engagement.

15:15 - 15:35

Partner Spotlight

Gain insights into emerging technologies and best practices from one of our ecosystem partners.

15:25 - 15:50

Coffee Break & Networking

Take a short break to network, exchange ideas, and prepare for the summit's closing sessions.

15:50 - 16:00

Future Flash Talks

Three industry leaders share rapid-fire insights on the trends that will shape the future of customer engagement - from AI agents and GenAI to customer data and loyalty.

16:00 - 16:45

Panel Discussion: Customer Experience 2030

A forward-looking discussion on how AI, predictive commerce, hyper-personalization, and evolving customer expectations will shape the future of customer experience.

16:45 - 17:00

Closing Reflections & Rewards

Key takeaways from the day, closing remarks, and recognition of our Customer Engagement Challenge winners.

Who Should Attend

Chief Marketing Officers & Marketing VPs

Heads of Digital and Digital Marketing

CRM, Lifecycle and Retention Leaders

Heads of Growth and Performance Marketing

eCommerce and Digital Commerce Leaders

Heads of Customer Engagement & Experience

Leaders in Personalization, Customer Data & Analytics

Mobile & App Marketing Leaders

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The Terrace Rooftop

The Terrace Rooftop

The Terrace Rooftop

The Terrace Rooftop, Cape Town is a premium contemporary event venue offering panoramic Table Mountain and city views. Featuring a spacious indoor event area and a beautifully decked outdoor terrace, the venue provides a versatile setting for corporate networking, executive gatherings, cocktail receptions and evening events. Its modern-industrial aesthetic, stunning sunset backdrop and flexible layout make it an ideal venue for creating a relaxed yet sophisticated experience for guests.

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