May 16, 2026; Mumbai, India: Having secured strong interest from leading industry voices and sponsors, Goafest is now gearing up to welcome a truly PAN-India delegation which includes a robust turn-out from Tier 2 and 3 markets.

Leading the delegate registrations are brands and clients, independent agencies and young talent from across the industry. Participation from creative and media agencies, production houses, technology platforms, publishers, and broadcasters, etc. reinforces Goafest as the industry’s leading platform for dialogue, networking, and collaboration.

Goafest 2026 will bring together 60+ industry voices for 20+ knowledge sessions and nearly 15 immersive masterclasses across 3 days under a single roof. Conversations will dive deep into the ideas reshaping advertising, media, marketing and creativity today further reaffirming the festival’s relevance.

Sessions at Goafest will tackle topics around the rise of AI influencers, the future of data ownership, impact of evolving consumer behaviour, changing media habits, and new pathways for business growth. All conversations are designed to challenge traditional perspectives and spark fresh thinking.

Speaking on the same, Srinivasan K Swamy, Executive Group Chairman of R. K. Swamy Ltd and President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India, said, “The strong delegate participation this year reflects the diverse value Goafest offers to the industry. Whether it is knowledge sessions, masterclasses, awards, or new-age IPs like Advertising Rocks, Advertising Plays or simply networking, Goafest simply delivers on these expectations. We remain committed to ensuring that every person who is a part of Goafest finds meaningful value and that the festival continues to serve its purpose of innovating for our clients and contributing to their growth.”

Co-presented by Mediakart and Powered by LinkedIn and Spotify Advertising, Goafest takes place on May 20, 21 and 22, 2026 at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goafest 2026.

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May 14, 2026; Mumbai, India: Setting the stage for one of the most promising editions of South Asia’s premier advertising, media and marketing festival, Goafest 2026 today presents a stellar line-up of speakers, industry visionaries and entertainment personalities who will collectively champion discussions and conversations around the 19^th edition’s theme ‘Reset for Growth’.

The three-day festival will reflect the theme through a series of sessions that will tackle key industry shifts like the impact and influence of artificial intelligence, dilemmas around data ownership, evolving media consumption, the emergence of new media platforms, the greater need for measurement, and the role of creativity in powering business growth.  With 60 speakers across 20 sessions, Goafest 2026 ensures a thorough representation of key voices from across the advertising, media, marketing, technology, and business ecosystem.

Some of the most significant leaders expected to take the Goafest 2026 stage are Prasar Bharati’s Chairperson, Padma Shri Prasoon Joshi (Omnicom Advertising India),  NITI Aayog’s Former Vice Chairman, Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Santosh Desai (Think9 Consumer Technologies), Advertising veteran Eugene Cheong (Euge Publishing), and Bollywood legend Rakesh Bedi.

Besides advertising and media industry leaders, this year Goafest will have a wider representation from the client ecosystem and brand custodians including Nikhil Sharma (Perfetti Van Melle, India), Aman Gupta (boAt), Rohit Kapoor (Swiggy), Chandan Mendiratta (Zepto), Veetika Deoras (IHCL), Tuhina Pandey (IBM), Tarun Bhagat (PepsiCo) Riya Joseph (Britannia Industries), Harsh Deep Chhabra (Godrej Consumer Products), Darshana Shah (Aditya Birla Capital), Prasun Kumar (MagicBricks), Punit Dharamsi (Association of Mutual Funds in India) Rajiv Dubey  (Dabur India), Shubhranshu Singh (Marketing Leader & Ex CMO), Arpan Biswas (Ajio), Ajay Kakar (Adani) and Jahid Ahmed (HDFC Bank)  among many more.

Leading the technology-led conversations are Satya Raghavan (Google India), Haran Ramachandran (Spotify), Neha Markanda (ShareChat). Ensuring entertainment is not amiss, Prince of Bhangra, Sukhbir Singh and Singer Neeti Mohan will also take the prestigious Goafest stage.

Bringing diverse themes into focus, Goafest will also witness sports personalities like the Indian Women’s Cricket Team, Harmanpreet Kaur, Entrepreneur and Sports Leader, Preeti Jhangiani; Parvinn Dabass (Pro Panja League), Former Indian National Football Team captain and goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan, Indian Kabaddi Player Rahul Chaudhari, Sameer Pathak, (Pickleball World Rankings) and Actor, Anchor, Author & Fitness Enthusiast, Mandira Bedi.

Mohit Joshi, Co-Chair of the Goafest 2026 Organising Committee and CEO, Havas Media Network India said, “We are witnessing a shift in consumer behaviour, new technology adoption and a lot more in India and world over. As the industry evolves, growth can only come from embracing fresh perspectives, cross-industry collaboration, and conversations that may seem tough in boardrooms. The breadth of perspectives through our speakers across all stages will surely mirror our industry’s dynamics while looking for opportunities that unlock growth.”

“The agenda this year reflects the urgent realities of our industry. ‘Reset for Growth’ isn’t just a theme; it is a call to action – one that has sparked stronger client participation than ever before. Over the three days, we will hear from voices across the entire ecosystem – from AI and data to storytelling and brand-building. GoaFest 2026 will not just be a platform for celebration, but also for meaningful dialogue, collaboration and future-shaping ideas.” added Rohit Ohri, Founder, Ohriginal & Member, GoaFest Advisory Committee.

Scheduled to take place on May 20, 21 and 22, 2026 at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon, Goafest 2026 festival will centre conversations around reinvention, with a strong focus on how brands, agencies and platforms must reimagine, refine, and rebuild in an increasingly complex technology-driven ecosystem.

View the complete agenda on https://www.goafest.com/agenda

Register for via https://goafestreg.tecogis.com/MasterClassApp/masterclass

For more details on delegate passes, sponsor line-up and complete speaker list, visit www.goafest.com

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May 14, 2026; Mumbai, India: As marketing, media and advertising continue to transform through the rapid influence of AI, evolving consumer behaviour, creator-led ecosystems and emerging storytelling formats, Goafest 2026 is set to present 13 distinct Masterclasses that urges attendees to redefine creativity, rethink strategy and reimagine the future of the industry.

Each masterclass is led by some of the industry’s most respected voices and in partnership with academic institutions, industry bodies and leading tech platforms. The Masterclasses are designed to promote practical, real-world learning; bridging the gap between inspiration and implementation.

Reputed professors & industry leaders from institutions and organisations, including the LIONS WARC, Mudra Institute of Communications Ahmedabad (MICA), Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA),  Market Research Society of India (MRSI), Whistling Woods International have lent support to power learning. Additionally, platforms such as LinkedIn , Spotify Advertising, Google, JioHotstar, and PrsmX by Mobavenue, as well as service partners like MediaKart, White Rivers Media will present masterclasses to empower the industry to leverage technology like never before.

The Masterclasses will cover a wide spectrum of themes shaping the future of marketing, media, advertising and entertainment. From AI-driven filmmaking and creator-led communities to consumer psychology, platform storytelling, social culture, audio-first creativity and omnichannel brand building, each masterclass is designed to offer delegates direct access to industry practitioners and thought leaders through focused, high-value interactions that bridge the gap between inspiration and implementation.

Through these Masterclasses, Goafest 2026 continues to strengthen its position as a platform for continuous learning, cross-industry collaboration and meaningful conversations around the future of the business. By bringing together academia, platforms, strategists, creators, storytellers and technologists under one roof, South Asia’s leading media, marketing and advertising festival aims to create an environment where delegates can learn, adapt and prepare for the industry’s next phase of growth.

Registrations for masterclasses are mandatory via https://goafestreg.tecogis.com/MasterClassApp/masterclass

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Creating Tangible Global Pathways for Indian Agencies

At the heart of this collaboration is a commitment to deliver meaningful, practical benefits to India’s creative, advertising, communications, and marketing ecosystem.

The first initiative of this partnership actively helps the Indian creative community take their work to the global stage. Kyoorius will sponsor 50% towards entry fees to the 2026 Clio Awards for all entrants of the 2025 Kyoorius Creative Awards and 2025 Kyoorius Design Awards.

“Partnering with the Clios allows Kyoorius to strengthen its presence as a friend to the industry, by continuing to open doors for Indian agencies and creators,” said Rajesh Kejriwal, Founder and CEO of Kyoorius. “This is not just about awards. It’s about building real bridges between India and the global creative ecosystem, and ensuring India’s best work gets the visibility and recognition it deserves.”

“India is one of the most dynamic and influential creative markets in the world,” said Nicole Purcell, CEO of Clios. “Partnering with Kyoorius enables us to strengthen our long-term commitment to the region, engage more meaningfully with the Indian creative community, and expand opportunities for their work to be celebrated globally-across the Clios and through our owned platforms, including Muse and Ads of the World by Clios.”

Beyond Awards: A Long-Term Vision

The collaboration is designed to extend well beyond awards, trophies and ceremonies. Over time, the Clios and Kyoorius will explore opportunities across platforms and initiatives, ranging from learning and talent development to thought leadership and global exchange, creating pathways that bring the Indian industry closer to the international creative community shaped by the Clios.

What This Means for India’s Creative Industry

At a time when Indian agencies, brands, and creators are producing work of growing global relevance, the Clios–Kyoorius partnership provides:

• Global benchmarking for Indian creative and effectiveness work
• Increased international visibility for Indian ideas and talent
• Credibility and rigour through globally aligned judging systems
• Concrete pathways for Indian winners to participate in global awards
• A stronger bridge between India and the world’s creative capital

This partnership signals a clear intent: to ensure that Indian creatives and creativity is not only celebrated locally, but recognised, respected, and rewarded on the global stage.

Expect more announcements in the weeks to come.

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