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TUE

May 30

Tuesday, May 30

Tuesday, May 30th​

Arrive in Dallas, Texas

SubSummit is located at the Sheraton Downtown Dallas.

Tuesday | 2:00PM - 9:00PM | Lone Star Foyer.

Registration Open and Badge Pickup

Pick up your badge or register on site at the Lone Star Foyer across the sky bridge from the Sheraton Downtown Dallas hotel.

Tuesday | 2:00PM - 9:00PM | Grand Hall

Exhibitor Setup

WED

May 31

Wednesday, May 31

Wednesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | Lone Star Foyer.

Registration Open and Badge Pickup

Pick up your badge or register on site at the Lone Star Foyer across the sky bridge from the Sheraton Downtown Dallas hotel.

Wednesday | 8:00AM - 11:30AM | New Orleans Theater

Omnichannel Marketing Mastermind Workshop

The SubSummit 2023 Omnichannel Marketing Mastermind Workshop is an event designed by marketers, for marketers! Learn more in half a day than you did last year thanks to experts in consumer psychology, social media, email marketing, and more. Apply to Attend

Wednesday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM | Grand Hall

Exhibitor Hall Opens

Wednesday | 1:00PM - 1:25PM | Detroit Theater

Behind The "Year of Retention"
Q&A with Christopher George

“This is the year of retention,” is a phrase that commonly enters the conversation with SubSummit Chairman, Christopher George. But what exactly does that mean? And why is it important to your subscription business? Join Christopher and SubSummit Director of Marketing Jennifer Cline in an Q&A-style session where they share their decade of consumer subscription experience with the audience. 

Christopher George, Chairman at SubSummit

Jennifer Cline, Director of Marketing at SubSummit

#Retention

Wednesday | 1:00PM - 1:25PM | Denver Theater

The On/Off Switch of Hypergrowth in the Early 20's

In the early 20’s, hypergrowth was a switch. Turn it on, and your business could grow and scale. Turn it off and you had time to regroup and move forward again when ready. That world has changed and so has the way you need to market, but it doesn’t mean that hypergrowth is no longer within reach. Join John Roman as he interviews Splendies Founder and CEO Anthony Coombs as they discuss best practices for managing rapid growth and maintaining profitability. Gain insights into the strategies for building a strong and sustainable foundation for long-term success. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain actionable takeaways for your own business and navigate the complex landscape of hypergrowth in the early years.

Anthony Coombs, Founder and CEO at Splendies

John Roman, CEO at BattlBox

#Acquisition

Wednesday | 1:00PM - 1:25PM | New Orleans Theater

Generative AI 201: A Deeper Dive into AI and How to Leverage It

Join President and Co-Founder of Octane AI -- and AI Columnist for The Information-- Ben Parr in taking deeper dive into the fast-changing world of generative AI, and explore the latest techniques and technologies for building intelligent systems and processes that can create new content and insights, generate realistic images and videos, and even develop new products. Along the way, we'll discuss the latest trends and innovations in the field, including the use of AI for generative design, natural language processing, and creative applications. This session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for applying these strategies to your business. Join us and discover the power of generative AI!

Ben Parr, CEO and Founder at Octane AI

#Acquisition #Operations

Wednesday | 1:30PM - 1:55PM | Detroit Theater

You Sold Your Subscription Box! The What, Why, and How of the Experience

This panel will explore what is the ultimate goal for many of us; creating, growing, and eventually selling a successful subscription business. From concept to acquisition, and everything in between, follow Julie Ball through the journey of scaling a subscription business. You’ll also meet her buyer, Carol Gavhane,  along with the team that helped her make it all happen.

Julie Ball, Head Coach at Subscription Box Basics

Carol Gavhane, Co-Owner at Sparkle Hustle Grow

Moderator: Renae Gonzalez, Marketing Coach at Subscription Box Basics

#Growth

Wednesday | 1:30PM - 1:55PM | Denver Theater

Growth & Profitability in a New Era of Customer Acquisition

Join our panel of experts from some of the biggest names in subscription as they discuss the latest strategies for growth and profitability in the new era of customer acquisition. Learn how to effectively target and acquire new customers in today’s digital landscape. Gain insights into the latest technology and tools available to help you acquire and retain customers in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain actionable takeaways for your own business and grow your customer base in the current market.

Josh Marehbian, Chief Financial Officer at FabFitFun

Jai Dolwani, Founder & CEO at The Starters | Ex-Chief Marking Officer Officer at Winc

Moderator: Ilene Richardson, Founder & CEO​ at Imaginary Content

#Acquisition #Operations

Wednesday | 1:30PM - 1:55PM | New Orleans Theater

Retaining Customers in Uncertain Times: What 2200 Consumers Say It Takes To Keep Their Business

The tightening of economic conditions is causing consumers to rethink why, how and where they purchase products and services. The result: churn among subscriptions that suddenly become ‘nice to haves’. The research proves it.

Hear from sticky.io CEO Brian Bogosian and PYMNTS CEO Karen Webster as they present the premier edition of The PYMNTS Subscription Commerce Readiness Report. New data from subscription merchants and US consumers shed light on why consumers keep or cancel subscriptions, the features essential to retention, and the financial impact to subscription companies that leverage best practices — and those that don’t.

Brian Bogosian, President & CEO sticky.io

Karen Webster, CEO at PYMNTS.com

#Growth #Operations

Wednesday | 2:00PM - 3:00PM | Detroit Theater

Snack & Learn: How to Use Influencer Marketing to Launch Your Subscription Box

In today’s highly competitive subscription market, how can you make sure your box stands out from the crowd? The answer lies in influencer marketing. By partnering with the right influencers, you can tap into their loyal following to create buzz and generate brand interest even before launch. Join Creator.co as they take a deep dive into the world of influencer marketing, and share how to craft an effective influencer marketing strategy. Whether you’re a seasoned subscription box entrepreneur or just starting out, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for leveraging the power of influencers to take your business to the next level.

Vinod Varma, CEO at Creator.co

#Growth #Operations

Wednesday | 2:00PM - 2:30PM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Payments: The Key to Subscription Business Success

Did you know payments can be the key to growing your subscription business? In this session we’ll explore the impact payments have on your bottom line; and how payments can be optimized to provide a frictionless payment experience, reduce churn, and improve customer retention.

Kimberly Miller, Executive Vice President of Strategy & Operations at Payway

#Growth #Operations

Wednesday | 2:30PM - 3:00PM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Launch Your Box LIVE!

Sarah Williams, Founder at Launch Your Box

Kevin, Tighe, CEO at Beachly Brands

#Growth #Operations

Wednesday | 2:00PM - 3:00PM | Expo Hall

Networking and Snack Break

Network with an all-star lineup of consumer subscription brands. Grab a snack and roam the 50,000-square-foot Expo Hall.

Wednesday | 3:00PM - 3:10PM | Zuora Theater

Welcome to SubSummit

Join us as we kick off our main stage and the biggest year in subscription yet!

Chris Chambers, Emcee at SubSummit

Wednesday | 3:10PM - 3:35PM | Zuora Theater

The Data-Driven Way to Win Customers’ Hearts

Neil Hoyne, Chief Measurement Strategist at Google

If a good instinct usually leads to good ideas, then data always leads to great marketing campaigns. Enrich your perspective on what smart marketing means to you and your team in this talk led by Neil Hoyne, Chief Measurement Strategist at Google and Author of Converted.

Wednesday | 3:35PM - 4:00PM | Zuora Theater

6 Brain Science Secrets that Rev Up Response

Nancy Harhut, Chief Creative Officer at HBT Marketing

New research by behavioral scientists confirms people don’t “make” decisions. Often, they just default to reflexive responses without even thinking! And while that can sound discouraging, it actually presents a big opportunity for you. Because if you factor in the decision defaults your customers and prospects rely on, you can increase your success. When your emails, landing pages, ads, etc. tap into the hardwired behaviors of customers and prospects, they increase engagement and response — automatically. Discover how to apply the latest brain science findings to your marketing messages. See numerous examples from a variety of companies. And find out how you can use the surprisingly powerful Endowment Effect, Availability Bias, Scarcity Principle and more to prompt the behaviors you want.

Wednesday | 4:00PM - 4:15PM | Zuora Theater

Opening Remarks - Deep Insights

Presented by SubSummit Co-Founders

The key to turning a one-off transaction into a life-long relationship with customers is the recurring revenue business model. Are you ready to open a door full of new opportunities? Attend the SubSummit 2023 Opening Ceremony! Co-Founders Christopher George, John Haji, and Paul Chambers will help you engage with your subscribers like you never have before through never-been-seen-before consumer data, lessons learned, and much more.  

Wednesday | 4:15PM-4:45PM | Zuora Theater

What Do Dollar Shave Club, Stitch Fix, Madison Reed, and Blue Apron All Have in Common? They All Scaled with Jesse.

Jesse Pujji, CEO and Founder at Gateway X

Moderator: Christopher George, Chairman at SubSummit

Over the last decade, Jesse Pujji has helped build and scale some of the world’s biggest subscription brands, leading companies like Dollar Shave Club to billion-dollar exits. And he isn’t stopping there. Join SubSummit CEO Christopher George as he digs into the strategies that have made them successful and where Jesse sees the future of the subscription and membership economies going. What will drive future success and where do the opportunities live for building massive businesses?

Wednesday | 4:45PM - 5:45PM | Zuora Theater

Pitch Competition

Presented by Praella

Four contestants and only five minutes each to pitch their new subscription startup to our panel of elite judges. All vying for a $50,000 cash and prize package!

Open to all attendees

Wednesday | 5:30PM - 7:00PM | Expo Hall

Welcome Reception

Sponsored by The Vertical Collective
Open to all attendees. Network and meet up with leaders, movers, and shakers of the subscription industry.

Merchant Ticket Prices Increase Soon

THU

June 1

Thursday, June 1

Thursday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM | Lone Star Foyer

Registration Open and Badge Pickup

Pick up your badge or register on site at the Lone Star Foyer across the sky bridge from the Sheraton Downtown Dallas hotel.

#Retention #Customer #Growth

Thursday | 8:30AM - 5:00PM | Grand Hall

Exhibitor Hall Open

Visit the largest exhibit hall in consumer subscription and network with 2,000+ attendees.

#Culture

Thursday | 8:30AM - 9:00AM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Subscription Box Basics LIVE!

Julie Ball, Head Coach at Subscription Box Basics

Renae Gonzalez, Marketing Coach - Subscription Box Basics

#SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:00AM - 9:25AM | Detroit Theater

Boxing Up Holiday Profits: Generating Additional Revenue From Your Existing Subscribers

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring four successful subscription box owners as they share their insights and strategies on leveraging holiday promotions and maximize revenue during the crucial 4th quarter. This session will dive into 7 holiday promotions and how each subscription box owner utilized them with success.

Sarah Williams, Founder at Launch Your Box

Traci Gibson, Owner at Print Cut Craft

Tracy Pounds, Owner at Miss Tracy Creates

Jonica Thompson, President & CEO at Jonica's Bakery

#SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:00AM - 9:25AM | Denver Theater

Mastering TikTok Creator Marketplace

One of the biggest opportunities in social media growth is right under your nose and growing fast! The TikTok Creator Marketplace can help uncover new opportunities in acquisition at costs not seen in quite some time. Liam Brennan of BusterBox has hands-on experience and will share the pro’s and con’s of building your subscriber base using his tested method.

Liam Brennan, Co-Founder at Buster Box

#Acquisition

Thursday | 9:00AM - 9:25AM | New Orleans Theater

Lasting Impact: Building a Sustainable Subscription Business

Join our panel of industry leaders as they discuss the importance of building a sustainable subscription business that not only benefits the environment; but also your bottom line. Our panel will chat through the latest trends and best practices in sustainability, and share insights on how to create an eco-friendly subscriber experience. 

Alex Brown, President at Truly Free

Erica Buxton, CEO at Hello Bello

Maria-Gabriela Ordaz, Head of Global Supply Chain at Gardyn

Moderator: John Haji, Co-Founder at SubSummit

#Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:00AM - 9:30AM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Oopsies Podcast LIVE!

Jessica Cervellon, Head of Customer Experience & Community at Feastables

Zoe Kahn, Host at Oopsies Podcast

#SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | Detroit Theater

Launching with a Wait List

Curious how a leading subscription launched with zero ad dollars on Facebook and Google? Jill Razor launched with a waitlist of over 15,000 people by exclusively targeting TikTok content. They received 30 million views and sold out within three days of their brand launch. Now a fully scaled brand, CEO Kishawn Meeranazeer is ready to share how their brand mastered the algorithm, and continue to diversify its marketing strategy to position them for long-term growth.

Kishawn Meeranazeer, CEO at Jill Razor

Moderator: Matt Thelen, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel at Venus Et Fleur

#Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | Denver Theater

Community + Connections = Customer Success

Connection into a community can have many different meanings when it comes to how a brand engages with its customers. From first-hand connections to third-party social engagements, success at each level is determined by the core principles of the brand.

In this session, you’ll discover how to create an engaging and thriving community that fosters loyalty among your subscribers. Our panelists will discuss the importance of personalization in creating an exceptional customer experience. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your existing community, this session is a must-attend.

Ivan Rodriguez, VP of IT at Home Life Brands

Kara Atkisson, Sr. Director of Growth at Mixhers

Moderator: Matthew Holman, Head of Growth/Cofounder at Autoship Cloud

#Growth #Operations #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | New Orleans Theater

Maximize Your Brand – But Don’t Forget About the Law! The Legal Minefields of Influencer Marketing, Content Streaming, Free Trials and More

We live in a world where subscription-based companies are constantly building on strategies to capitalize on interactive influencer campaigns, stream engaging content, and capitalize on free trial and automatic renewal programs.  What many don’t realize, however, is how highly regulated the legal landscape surrounding the advertising and retail industries is – and how these laws apply to the arenas of e-commerce, digital marketing and social media.  The Federal Trade Commission (the FTC) is hyper-focused on the subscription economy, and can seek incredibly high penalties and consumer redress in the event of companies’ non-compliance with its rules governing subscription sign-ups and cancellations as well as influencer marketing and celebrity endorsement disclosures.  Further, companies streaming content need to be aware of the complex intellectual property landscape when negotiating clearances and licenses.  Join HBO Senior Counsel Dan Nemet-Nejat and Paavana Kumar, Partner at Davis+Gilbert as they discuss these legal minefields and upcoming changes to the law that all subscription-based companies need to be aware of to avoid becoming the regulators’ next target.

Paavana L. Kumar, Partner at Davis+Gilbert LLP

Daniel Nemet-Nejat, Vice President and Senior Counsel at HBO

#Streaming

Thursday | 9:30AM - 10:00AM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Travis Makes Friends LIVE!

Travis Chappell, Founder at Guestio

#SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 10:00AM - 11:00AM | Expo Hall

Networking Break

Visit the largest exhibit hall in consumer subscription and network with attendees.

Thursday | 10:00AM - 10:30AM | Detroit Theater

Swing into Success: Unlocking Customer Growth in 2023

Join us for a fireside chat on the latest customer retention trends with Chargebee CMO, Guy Marion. With 65% of subscription businesses expecting their churn rates to increase this year, it’s crucial to combat churn and retain customers. We’ll cover effective retention strategies and how companies are shifting their budgets to address retention challenges. Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, this fireside chat will provide immediate insights into customer retention.

Guy Marion, CMO at Chargebee

Andrew Bernstein, CEO + Co-Founder at Kinder Beauty

#Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 10:00AM - 10:30AM | SUBTA Studios Stage

eCommerce Podcast LIVE!

Matt Edmundson, Host at The eCommerce Podcast

#SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 10:30AM - 11:00AM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Data Privacy Playbook: Trust-building & Regulatory Compliance

Join us for the “Data Privacy Playbook: Trust-building & Regulatory Compliance” seminar, where we will explore the critical aspects of data privacy in today’s digital landscape. In this engaging and informative session, our expert speakers will share practical strategies for effectively complying with privacy regulations, as well as techniques for building trust with your customers. Learn how to create a robust data privacy framework that not only safeguards your customers’ sensitive information but also fosters trust and promotes a healthy and transparent business relationship. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your organization’s reputation, ensure legal compliance, and gain a competitive edge in the data-driven world.

Nasir Pasha, Managing Business Attorney at Pasha Law

Sabir Ibrahim, Of-Counsel at Pasha Law

#Operations #Growth #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 10:00AM - 11:00AM | Lone Star Foyer

Hosted Buyer Meetings

Open to enrolled attendees only, our one-on-one Hosted Buyer meetings provide an opportunity for merchants and suppliers to connect in meaningful ways.  Participating merchants receive a ticket to SubSummit and up to $750 in travel and hotel reimbursement.

Thursday | 11:00AM - 11:25AM | Detroit Theater

Costly Mistakes & Lessons Learned

While the benefit of a good procurement strategy is clear, there are also potential pitfalls that can result in costly mistakes. Exploring topics such as negotiating pricing and terms, vendor sourcing, and managing vendor relationships, veteran procurement manager Vanessa Parker shares real-world examples of mistakes she’s encountered, and how she managed them. Equipped yourself to navigate the subscription procurement process effectively, and avoid costly mistakes that can negatively impact your business.

Vanessa Parker, Procurement Manager at Work • Space • Spark

#Operations #Growth #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 11:00AM - 11:25AM | Denver Theater

Acquisition in the Game of Retention - Playing the Game in Easy Mode

Join two leading subscription brands as they explore how subscription companies can effectively acquire new customers while retaining existing ones. Attendees will learn about the importance of creating a seamless customer experience and developing an acquisition plan that takes into account the key drivers of customer retention.

Ankur Goyal, Head of Growth at Coterie

Ronak Shah, CEO & Founder at Obvi

Moderator: Joey Rault, VP of Revenue Butter Payments

#Acquisition #SubscribeandSave

Thursday | 11:00AM - 11:25AM | New Orleans Theater

How to Use Your Membership to Unlock the Biggest Psychological Reason People Make Purchases

There are a lot of reasons people buy stuff online. They buy because of FOMO (fear of missing out). To improve social status. To Belong or Be Relevant. To Have Security… the list goes on.

However, one of the biggest reasons people buy stuff (or make any decision) is Sunk Cost, yet almost NO ONE is tapping into it yet. It’s often referred to as “The Sunk Cost Fallacy”, and people make all kinds of irrational decisions because of it. Online shopping purchase decisions are a big one!

Membership is the secret weapon to tap into this powerful buying behavior. In this presentation I’ll show you exactly how to structure your membership program to leverage Sunk Cost to skyrocket your sales and blow your competition out of the water.

Jay Myers, Co-Founder at Bold Commerce

#Acquisition #SubscribeandSave

Thursday | 11:30AM - 11:55AM | Detroit Theater

Key Ingredients for Subscription Box Success

Not all subscriptions are created equal. But how do the leaders emerge? Join our panel of women in subscription who have made it through the toughest part of the subscription business, and now come together to share their expertise with you. From managing operations of the business to managing your entrepreneur mindset, you’ll get actionable takeaways you can apply to your business today.

Jennifer Lea, Founder & CEO at Entry Envy

Mara Iserson, Marketing Project Manager at Decocrated

Brittany Rhodes, Founder and General MATHager at Black Girl MATHgic

Moderator: Jennifer Cline, Director of Marketing at SubSummit

#SubscriptionBox #Growth

Thursday | 11:30AM - 11:55AM | Denver Theater

The Rise of XaaS in Consumer Subscription - What's Next?

With the need for convenience and saving time growing every day, subscription has covered everything from consumables to software to now…robots? Adam Levinter of Scriberbase chats with Barry Schliesmann from iRobot about what’s next for consumer subscriptions, and for iRobot.

Barry Schliesmann, SVP Floorcare Products and Services at iRobot

Adam Levinter, Founder & CEO at Scriberbase

#SubscribeandSave

Thursday | 11:30AM - 11:55AM | New Orleans Theater

Streaming's Next Big Need - A Case for Bundling and Aggregators

In a world where subscription fatigue has become all too real, bundling may be the antidote. This session will share research findings on ideal consumer bundles, that make the case for lifestyle bundling. Brands can help strengthen subscription loyalty, decrease churn, and increase durability by pairing disparate offers together into cohesive bundled solutions for their customers.

Jonathan Giegengack, Founder & Principal at Hub Entertainment Research

Evan Shapiro, Owner at eshapTV

#Streaming

Thursday | 12:00PM - 1:00PM | Zuora Theater

Lunch

Join us in the Zuora Theater for a delicious plated lunch and the kick-off of our keynote sessions.

Thursday | 12:30PM - 1:00PM | Zuora Theater

Adopting A Customer-First Mindset​

Jessica Cervellon, Head of Customer Experience & Community at Feastables ​

Nik Sharma, CEO at Sharma Brands & HOOX ​

Moderator:John Keough, Head of Product, Loyalty and Subscriptions at The Honest Company ​

Join our panel of experts as they share how putting the needs and wants of your subscribers at the forefront of your business can lead to long-term retention and revenue gains. Get insights on how to create a seamless and personalized subscriber experience as our panel discusses the latest trends in subscriber engagement.

Thursday | 1:00PM - 1:25PM | Zuora Theater

5 Ways to Retain Subscribers in a Down Economy​

Robbie Baxter, Founder at Peninsula Strategies

SubSummit calls this the year of retention, and for good reason. If you want your business to survive in 2023, the critical skill you need to master is churn prevention.  Robbie will tee up a lively panel discussion on this lifeblood of subscription with her straight advice, sharing 5 specific actions you can take right now to improve retention. For many of us, this is the first time we’ve been leading in a recession, and Robbie’s experience studying and advising subscription companies for over 20 years can help us weather the storm.

Thursday | 1:25PM - 2:00PM | Zuora Theater

Retention and Revenue: The Power of Exceptional Customer Experiences

A memorable brand experience can create a customer for life, while drastically impacting the bottom line. Join this panel of customer-obsessed leaders as they share their strategies to increase customer loyalty, and turn subscribers into brand advocates. By understanding their customer’s unique needs, these brands have successfully differentiated themselves as leaders in the consumer subscription space, and are now here to share with you!

Moderator: Robbie Baxter, Founder - at Peninsula Strategies

Amanda Dames, Director - Retention Strategy at Peacock

Michelle Parsons, Executive in Residence at Product School | Ex-Chief Product Officer at Hinge

Sarah Penna, Head of Creator Partnerships at Patreon

Ashley Reynolds, CEO| Head Designer at Cloth & Paper

Thursday | 2:00PM - 2:30PM | SUBTA Studios Stage

Women in Subscription Meetup

Join the badass women who push the subscription commerce economy forward for 30 minutes filled with insights, fun, and networking opportunities! 

With special guests

Thursday | 2:00PM - 3:00PM | Expo Hall

Networking Break

Visit the largest exhibit hall in consumer subscription and network with attendees.

Thursday | 2:00PM - 3:00PM | Lone Star Foyer

Hosted Buyer Meetings

Open to enrolled attendees only, our one-on-one Hosted Buyer meetings provide an opportunity for merchants and suppliers to connect in meaningful ways.  Participating merchants receive a ticket to SubSummit and up to $750 in travel and hotel reimbursement.

Thursday | 2:30PM - 2:55PM | Detroit Theater

Get Fresh, Loyal, and Valuable Subscribers Delivered Daily with CTV

Over the last few years, subscription services have changed the world. In just two more, they’re projected to reach $1.5 trillion in revenue. If you’re reading this, congrats—you’ve managed to break into a white-hot market and find success by offering your customers something uniquely valuable—on a consistent basis, no less. But with so many services to choose from, consumers are starting to feel subscription fatigue, making it harder for even the most unique brands to stand out.

Join Mike Scalise, Director of Customer Growth, as he shows how savvy subscription services are keeping their foot on the accelerator by engaging their existing audiences, nurturing their most valuable customers, and keeping their creative consistently refreshed to highlight their recent offerings. From how to target audience segments dedicated to subscription consumers, to unique ways you can expand your lifetime value, Scalise will demonstrate why purpose-built creative is the key to standing out in the subscription revolution.

Mike Scalise, Director, Customer Growth at MNTN

#Growth #Acquisition #Operations

Thursday | 2:30PM - 2:55PM | Denver Theater

The Future of Subscriptions: Super Bundling, a Win-Win-Win Formula

The world of subscriptions is changing rapidly, consumers wanting access to an ever-expanding portfolio of content — TV, movies, music, lifestyle, gaming, food, health, fitness and more. They also want it on their own terms with real flexibility to add, switch and control their subscriptions. Join this exclusive panel where Bango hosts Verizon as they talk about their latest direct-to-consumer platform, Verizon +play.  Learn how your subscription brand could benefit through carriers.

James Appell, Content Strategy and Business Development Manager at Verizon

George Audi, Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Duolingo

Eric de Cholnoky, SVP, Distribution and Business Development at AMC Networks

Moderator: Anil Malhotra, Co-founder & Chief Marketing Officer at Bango

#Growth #Acquisition #Operations

Thursday | 3:00PM - 3:25PM | Detroit Theater

Building A Business From $0 to $100k MRR Using 3 Lead Magnet Funnels In Less Than A Year: From Zero Followers to 1900 Paying Monthly Members in 12 Months With Niched Down Lead Magnets

Join the Founder & CEO of Launch Your Box, who started her business from scratch and grew it to over 1900 paid monthly members generating over $100K MRR a month. She shares the strategies she used to build her audience, attract the right people to her offer, and generate leads year-round. From leveraging social media to building a power email list, creating niched lead magnets, and investing in paid ads, you’ll discover actionable tips to help you start and grow a successful, sustainable business with a healthy MRR. Don’t wait for people to find you – go out and find them!

Sarah Williams, Founder at Launch Your Box

#Growth #Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Thursday | 3:00PM - 3:25PM | Denver Theater

Managing and Experimenting with Offerings

Hundreds of markets, thousands of price points, layers of products, and infinite possibilities. So how do you manage all of these opportunities to maximize effectiveness? In this session, experts from The Washington Post, The New York Times, and more will share their experiences and insights.

This panel will focus on the strategies and techniques for managing and experimenting with offerings, product development, market research, and testing new ideas.

Attendees will learn about the latest tools and best practices for identifying and addressing customer needs, as well as the importance of data-driven decision making and ongoing experimentation. The session will provide valuable information for anyone interested in understanding how to effectively manage and experiment with offerings in any industry.

Michael Ribero, Chief Subscription Officer at Washington Post

Ken Houseman, Executive Director of Product, Commerce at The New York Times

Moderator: David Warren, Principal Director, Subscribed Institute at Zuora

#Growth #Acquisition #Operations #Media #Streaming #Digital

Thursday | 3:00PM - 3:50 PM | New Orleans Theater

The Mind of The Modern Subscriber

For the past year, Publishers Clearing House and Media Cartographer Evan Shapiro have done six research studies of American media subscribers, surveying more than 200,000 people about their media and subscription habits. They’ve identified the churn and burn mindset of the younger subscriber, identified key differences between the generations on viewing habits and willingness to pay for content, found a ceiling for moviegoers (as opposed to movie streamers) and delved into the importance of sports, music, news for subscription stickiness and pointed to the significance of “other” to long term retention. In this session, head of PCH Insights and Product Smriti Sharma and Shapiro will go through their latest and greatest studies and tease out actionable insights for every subscription service.

Evan Shapiro, Owner at eshapTV

Smriti Sharma, Head of Consumer Insights at Publishers Clearing House

#Growth #Acquisition #SubscribeandSave

Thursday | 3:30PM - 4:00PM | Expo Hall

Networking Break

Visit the largest exhibitor hall in consumer subscription and network with 2,000+ attendees.

Thursday | 4:00PM - 4:30PM | Zuora Theater

Planning for the Future - The Global Outlook for Consumer Subscriptions

Join us for a forward-looking session on the global outlook for consumer subscriptions. Our panel of experts will provide a comprehensive view on the future of the subscription industry and explore key trends, challenges and opportunities. You will gain valuable insights on how to future-proof your business, navigate the rapidly-evolving market, and stay ahead of the curve.

Vishal Kapoor, Director of Product at Shipt

George Abraham, Director Of Engineering at Netflix

Logan Dunn, Head of E-Commerce at Wyze

Moderator: Paul Chambers, Co-Founder at SubSummit

#Future #Customer #Growth

Thursday | 4:30PM - 5:00PM | Zuora Theater

Developing Deep Connections with Your Customers

Tamira Chapman, President and CEO at Storehouse In A Box
Moderator: Nathan Vazquez, CEO at Pipsticks

Your customer is much more than a number, so why treat them like such? It’s time to take a step back and re-evaluate what makes your community smile, laugh, and all the positive emotions you want them to feel when engaging with you.

Thursday | 6:00PM - 7:00PM | Lone Star Foyer

Cube Awards Happy Hour

Join your peers to kick off a night of celebration and excitement at the Cube Awards Happy Hour. This is open to ALL conference attendees and is an event you won’t want to miss.

Thursday | 7:00PM - 9:30PM | Zuora Theater

Cube Awards

Open to ALL attendees, this is the subscription industry’s premier awards ceremony.  Enjoy the opening happy hour, walk the red carpet, and feast on a delicious meal while we honor the best and brightest in subscription!

Thursday | 9:30PM -11:30PM | Lone Star Foyer

Cube Awards After Party

Celebrate an amazing ceremony and day 2 with your best dance moves during the 2023 Cube Awards After Party. Drinks on us, as long as you bring the fun!

Merchant Ticket Prices Increase Soon

FRI

June 2

Friday, June 2

Friday | 8:30AM - 11:30AM | Lone Star Foyer

Registration Open and Badge Pickup

Pick up your badge or register on site at the Lone Star Foyer – across the sky bridge from the Sheraton Downtown Dallas hotel.

Friday | 8:30AM - 12:30PM | Grand Hall

Exhibit Hall Open

Visit the largest exhibitor hall in consumer subscription and network with 2,000+ attendees.

Friday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | Detroit Theater

WIST: Would I Share This?

No one is anxiously awaiting your newsletter. Are you publishing to publish, or are you entertaining and providing value to your audience? Before you hit send, ask yourself WIST – “Would I share this?”

The world is overflowing with content. Everyone is a creator, and now, even robots are in the game. Skip the lifeless ChatGPT generics. We don’t need more “meh” clogging up our inboxes. You are the front line of content quality.

Don’t just post to post. Tell a story. Make it sparkle. Take a stand. Give it a twist. Capture the moment. With a little creativity, orthogonal thinking, and the latest AI tools, we can turn your bland corporate communications into something remarkable your customers will actually read, love, react to, and share.

Added Bonus: Bring one of the products you’re looking to promote, and we’ll lead an instant WISTFul content brainstorming filled with imaginative ideas you can use.

Charlie Wollborg, Chief Troublemaker at Curve Idea Accelerator

#Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Friday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | Denver Theater

Winning with Social: Increasing your Brand's Engagement and Reach

In today’s digital age, social media is one of the most powerful tools for building brand awareness and engaging with customers. But with the ever-increasing competition and noise on these platforms, it can be challenging to stand out and make an impact. Join our panel of subscription experts who have won on social by creating compelling and engaging content. You’ll learn how to identify the right platforms and channels for your business, along with tips to leverage the right tools and technologies to drive results. Join us and discover how to harness the power of social media to drive your brand forward.

Josh Band, Founder & CEO at Plate Crate

Nadya Okamoto, Co-Founder at August

Amelia Coomber, Director of Performance Marketing & Acquisition at PetPlate

Moderator: Matt Thelen, Operating Officer & General Counsel at Venus Et Fleur

#Acquisition #SubscriptionBox

Friday | 9:30AM - 9:55AM | New Orleans Theater

Building a Brand That Attracts High Capacity and High Culture

Learn from the Founder/CEO and Chief People Officer of Good Ranchers on how they became the fastest-growing and most trusted meat company while maintaining a focus on high capacity and high culture. They aim to create a culture that values hard work and collaboration, which has led to a workplace full of diverse viewpoints all focused on the same, driving goal: growth. They’ve pursued that goal through leadership setting the tone and values for the organization, as well as through programs and initiatives that encourage ongoing learning and give every person the chance to leave work better each day. They want their employees to leave feeling accomplished for the day, but still hungry and excited for tomorrow. If you want that for your team too, join us in this session.

Ben Spell, Founder & CEO at Good Ranchers, Inc.

Erica Gil, Chief People Officer at Good Ranchers, Inc.

Friday | 10:00AM - 10:25AM | Detroit Theater

The Five P's to Profit and Why They Matter

Join subscription Box Coach Jill Lodato as she teaches the five essential P’s that are critical to maximizing profitability in subscription-based businesses. Whether you’re running a subscription box, membership community, or other other recurring revenue model, understanding and implementing these five P’s can help you achieve long-term success. You’ll leave this session with a deep understanding of the five P’s to profit in subscription, and how to apply these principles to drive growth in your own subscription-based business.

Jill Lodato, Owner at Kids Baking Club & CreateYourPlanner.com

#Growth #SubscriptionBox

Friday | 10:00AM - 10:25AM | Denver Theater

Start Well | Grow Well: Strategies to Manage Decision Fatigue & Burnout

Startup and Growth-Level executives face the unique challenge of serving as visionary strategists and operational leaders, creating disproportionate risks for decision fatigue and burnout. Laying a proper foundation for leadership wellness increases the opportunities to build healthy, inclusive, and financially successful organizations.

In this presentation, leaders will learn to recognize the signs and stages of decision fatigue and burnout and gain actionable insights to improve the quality of their decisions and management style.

Princess Castleberry, Founder & Wellness Consultant at GO BEYOND WELL

#Operations #SubscriptionBox #Media #Streaming #SubscribeandSave

Friday | 10:00AM - 10:25AM | New Orleans Theater

Reaping the Rewards - Giving More to Your Subscribers

Subscription isn’t and never has been a “set it and forget it” mentality, but all too often, brands adopt that mindset as they become satisfied and complacent with their metrics. What if simple tweaks could have significant impact to your bottom line? And what if these same enhancements to your business could also exponentially grow the strength of your relationship with your subscribers?

Join this panel of experts as they explore what’s possible, what’s worked, and what’s failed miserably in giving more to your subscribers and their experience. An absolute must-attend.

Tushar Ranka, Chief Technology Officer at HelloBello

Moderator: Paul Chambers, Co-Founder at SubSummit

#Operations #Subscription Box #Media #Streaming #SubscribeandSave #Digital

Friday | 10:30AM - 11:00AM | Expo Hall

Networking Break

Visit the largest exhibitor hall in consumer subscription and network with 2,000+ attendees.

Friday | 11:00AM - 11:30AM | Zuora Theater​

Blowing The Lid Off Your Comfort Zone: How to Engage and Enrich through Inclusion

Wade Davis, Vice President of Inclusion Strategy at Netflix

Join “Blowing The Lid Off Your Comfort Zone: How to Engage and Enrich through Inclusion” for a thought-provoking and perspective sharpening encounter. Through self-reflection and open ownership, participants will actively examine their networks’ impacts and embrace accountability in this interactive experience. Discover practical strategies to expand perspectives, enrich understanding, and foster empathy. This transformative journey encourages stepping outside comfort zones and creating a more inclusive future with lasting impact.

Friday | 11:30AM - 12:00PM | Zuora Theater

Optimizing Your Customer's Lifetime Value

How does a leading subscription company think about measuring and generating customer value throughout their lifecycle? Learn from the VP of Product at Curology on how they became a leader in subscription skincare by prioritizing customer value, through exploring omnichannel opportunities, new brands, and payment success optimization to build and maintain strong customer relationships.

Justin Bersuder, VP of Product, Core Experience at Curology

Moderator: Emily Coch, Director of Customer Success at Butter Payments

#Future #Customer #Growth

Friday | 12:00PM - 12:25PM | Zuora Theater

Meeting the Needs of Generation Alpha and Roadmap for the Future

Maxeme Tuchman, GM - Caribu at Mattel

Moderator: John Roman, CEO at Battlbox

Named one of the 15 best apps of 2020 by Apple, Caribu by Mattel is an app redefining the world of children’s subscriptions. Join GM Maxeme Tuchman, as she shares her story of getting acquired by Mattel in 2022. Now part of their Future Lab division, Maxeme will share about her brand’s growth since partnering with a retail powerhouse, along with what’s next for Mattel in Subscription.

Friday | 12:25PM - 12:30PM | Zuora Theater

Closing Ceremony

While SubSummit 2023 may be over, the learning and growing doesn’t stop here. Attend the Closing Ceremony to get access to the best price ever for 2024 tickets as well as a special offer for replay’s so you can catch every session you might have missed!

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