CES 2023 was one for the history books! Check our our recap of the event, with photos and insights, at vmlyr.com/ces23-recap. rgb(7,0,45)Welcome to 2023! The beginning of each year means it's time to prepare for the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. CES serves as the global stage for innovation; offering a glimpse at new tech and services that will play a role in consumer behavior in the year ahead. Product manufacturers and industry affiliates from around the world will meet, share and collaborate during this key industry event. This year's event will feature more 2,000 exhibitors and 40,000-plus attendees. We're eager to show you the most exciting things happening at CES.Watch this space for takeaways and insights after the conference in January. ...Read MoreTo navigate topics and sessions at CES, VMLY&R is following six major themes during the conference:CommerceContentData & Analytics & AIHealthcareSustainabilityMetaverse...Read Morergb(7,0,45)AgendaThe CES 2023 agenda offers a wealth of opportunity to hear from industry leaders. Below is a list of recommended conference sessions intended to offer a variety of content across the key themes we're tracking. We recommend prioritizing five to six sessions that are most appealing to you.To schedule a tour of the show floor, please reach out to your agency representative.On Friday, Jan. 6 at 8 p.m., please join us for the VMLY&R Client Reception, which will be held at the Harvest restaurant at the Bellagio.rgb(7,0,45)AgendaWednesday, Jan. 4 9 – 9:40 AMCES 2023 Trends to Watch, presented by CTALVCC, West Level 2, W232 1 – 1:40 PMTech Trends That Are Now Required Knowledge for CMOsARIA, East Level 2, Mariposa Ballroom 4 2 – 2:40 PMHow to Meet Your Customers Where They AreARIA, East Level 2, Mariposa Ballroom 4 Thursday, Jan. 5 9 – 9:40 AMPower to the User: Art, Data, and MoneyLVCC, North Level 2, N250 10 – 10:40 AMAmazon Ads: How Media Sustainability is Shaping the Future of AdvertisingARIA, East Level 2, Mariposa Ballroom 4 11 – 11:40 AMThe Road to the Open MetaverseLVCC, North Level 2, N258 1 – 1:30 PMBuilding the Metaverse for All, By AllARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 8 1:30 – 1:55 PMConnecting Customers with Tailored ExperiencesARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 8 2 – 2:40 PMBeyond the NFT Bubble: Web3’s True Value to CreatorsLVCC, North Level 2, N250 3 – 3:40 PMInfluencers and Actors in the MetaverseARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 9 rgb(7,0,45)AgendaFriday, Jan. 6 10 – 10:40 AMWelcome to Creator Economy 2.0ARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 8 11 – 11:40 AMPower Platforms: The New Tech Powering the Creator EconomyARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 8 3:20 – 3:30 PMConversational AI and Consumer Packaged GoodsARIA, East Level 1, Joshua 8Saturday, Jan. 7 10 – 10:40 AMThe Risks and Ethics of NFTsARIA, East Level 2, Mariposa Ballroom 4 11 – 11:40 AMThe Changing Metaverse Landscape: Challenges as OpportunitiesARIA, East Level 2, Mariposa Ballroom 4 rgb(7,0,45)rgb(7,0,45)Additional Partner Opportunitiesrgb(7,0,45)REDDITReddit Future Tellers is a colorful house of clairvoyance where you can gaze into the crystal ball of Reddit communities and conversations that are shaping tomorrow. Come examine the tea leaves of future trends or test predictions of your own! We’ll be on hand to walk you through this experience and dive into how Reddit’s future-forward conversations are shaping perspectives. Learn more. CNETCNET will provide event and show floor tours, including:Next Big Thing with Brian Cooley Live @ CES: Editor-at-Large Brian Cooley will deliver his highly anticipated annual trends forecast to select audiences live at CES 2023. In his signature style, he will distill how tech innovation will influence consumer behavior in the year ahead.Very limited presentation slots available. CNET Show Floor Tours: Editors and experts curate the most significant and interesting tech on the CES show floor and share “the why” that makes it meaningful.Limited availability in Tech West and Tech East halls.CNET Client Meet-ups: Editors and experts will participate in thought-provoking panel discussions at C-Space. Dedicated client meetings are also available by request. rgb(7,0,45)...Read MoreVOXVerge/Vox Media will have tours of the CES showroom throughout the week with editorial talent hosts, including Nilay Patel, Helen Havlak and David Pierce. PINTEREST HAPPY HOURFamed designer Kerin Rose Gold will lead a hands-on workshop, and crowd-favorite Brooklyn-based DJ Mick will keep the music pumping. Thursday, Jan. 55 - 7 p.m. Pinterest space (Scarpetta at The Cosmopolitan, 3708 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Level 3)Agency and client attendees should RSVP in advance here MICROSOFTAfter a long day of meetings, join Microsoft Advertising and Xandr for connections and cocktails.Thursday, Jan. 5 5 - 7 p.m.Ski Lodge at The Cosmopolitan, 3708 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Level 2rgb(7,0,45)...Read Morergb(7,0,45)rgb(7,0,45)On social media, follow and tag us at #VMLYRatCES.rgb(191,191,191)