Goafest 2026 is set to witness participation from CEOs, CMOs and senior brand leaders representing more than 50 leading companies across sectors, further strengthening its position as one of India’s biggest gatherings for the advertising, marketing and media industry.

According to a Goafest press release, the festival will bring together senior representatives from some of the country’s most recognised brands and organisations including Acko Group, Adani, Aditya Birla Group, Ajio, Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), Bajaj Insurance, boAt, Britannia, Coca-Cola, Dabur, DS Group, Emami, Flipkart, Godrej, Google, HDFC, Haleon, Hindustan Unilever (HUL), IBM, ITC Limited, Kotak Mahindra Bank, PepsiCo, Lenovo, Levi’s, MagicBricks, Marico, Mondelez, Nestle, Nippon, Nykaa, OnePlus, Parle, Perfetti Van Melle India, Pernod Ricard, Swiggy, Taj Hotels, TVS, Vida, Yum! Brands, Zepto and several others.

The large-scale participation from leading marketers is expected to open the door for deeper industry engagement and meaningful interactions between delegates and senior decision-makers from across the marketing ecosystem. The festival continues to position itself as a common platform for agencies, brands, media companies, creators and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and discuss the future of the business.

Mohit Joshi, Co-Chair of the Goafest 2026 Organising Committee and CEO, Havas Media Network India, said the increasing presence of marketing leaders reflects the growing importance of collaboration within the industry. He noted that bringing together leaders from over 50 organisations creates opportunities for impactful discussions, new partnerships and shared learning that can benefit the larger ecosystem.

Jaideep Gandhi, Vice President, AAAI and Chairman of the Goafest 2026 Organising Committee, said Goafest has always believed in the idea of the entire industry coming together as one force. He added that the participation of leading brands alongside agencies, media organisations and trade bodies reinforces the trust the industry places in Goafest as a common ground for collaboration and progress.

Goafest 2026 will focus on conversations, networking opportunities and shared experiences aimed at encouraging collaboration and driving future growth across the marketing, advertising and media sectors.