Goafest 2026 to host top marketing CXOs and brand leaders in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Goafest 2026 is gearing up to bring some of India’s biggest marketing minds under one roof, with CEOs, CMOs and senior brand leaders from more than 50 companies expected to attend the industry gathering.

The annual festival, widely regarded as one of India’s largest platforms for advertising, media and marketing professionals, will see participation from brands across sectors including FMCG, technology, finance, retail, hospitality, mobility and consumer goods.

Executives from companies such as Flipkart, Google, PepsiCo, Hindustan Unilever, Swiggy, OnePlus, Nykaa, ITC Limited and Coca-Cola are expected to join discussions around the future of marketing, media and consumer engagement.

The festival will also host representatives from brands including boAt, Marico, Britannia, Nestlé, Pernod Ricard, Zepto and Taj Hotels, highlighting the growing cross-industry appeal of the event.

According to organisers, this year’s edition aims to deepen collaboration between agencies, media companies, creators and marketers through conversations, networking sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Havas Media Network India chief executive officer Mohit Joshi said the scale of participation reflects the industry’s increasing focus on collaboration and collective learning.

He noted that bringing together leaders from more than 50 organisations creates opportunities for stronger partnerships, fresh ideas and meaningful industry dialogue.

Meanwhile, Advertising Agencies Association of India vice president and Goafest 2026 organising committee chairman Jaideep Gandhi said the event continues to stand for the idea of the industry coming together as one force.

He added that participation from brands, agencies and trade bodies reinforces the trust the industry places in Goafest as a common platform for conversations that shape the future of advertising and marketing.

With marketers increasingly looking beyond traditional campaigns towards creator partnerships, AI-led engagement and data-driven storytelling, Goafest 2026 is expected to offer a ringside view into the next chapter of India’s marketing playbook.