About the Event

Join the European Marketing Confederation (EMC) on 27 May for a special free online event celebrating the International Day of Marketing – an initiative created by EMC to recognise the impact, innovation and excellence of the marketing profession worldwide.

This exclusive event will bring together leading marketers and Europe’s top CMOs to explore the future of marketing in 2026, unveil the most important trends and priorities shaping the profession across Europe, and celebrate outstanding achievements in the industry.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

EMC Lifetime Achievement Award Announcement
This prestigious award has been organised by EMC since 2023. This year, votes were gathered from European, Asian and African marketing confederations.
During the event, EMC will officially announce the recipient of the EMC Lifetime Achievement Award 2026, recognising an exceptional contribution to the global marketing profession.

Marketing Agenda 2026: EMC Research Highlights
Ralf Strauss, Chairman of EMC, will present the exclusive annual research Marketing Agenda 2026, revealing:

• the top priorities for marketing professionals in Europe in 2026;

• the key actions needed to drive success and deliver strong business results;

• the most common mistakes marketers should avoid.

Europe’s Top CMO Panel Discussion
The event will conclude with an inspiring panel discussion featuring some of Europe’s leading CMOs and top nominees from the EMC European Marketer of the Year Top 10.

Together, they will discuss:

• the future of marketing leadership;

• winning strategies for 2026;

• innovation, AI, creativity and performance in modern marketing.

Why attend?

✔ Gain exclusive insights into the future of marketing in Europe
✔ Hear from world-class thought leaders and award-winning marketers
✔ Celebrate the International Day of Marketing with the global marketing community
✔ Join free from anywhere in the world

When to attend?

Date: 27 May 2026
Time: 15:00 CET
Format: Online
Price: Free with registration

To register click here.

Join us and celebrate the International Day of Marketing together.