Ads Initiative
Summer Summit

Ads Initiative
Summer Summit

Ads Initiative
Summer Summit

Join us for Instacart's inaugural Ads Initiative Summit

Join us for Instacart's inaugural Ads Initiative Summit

Join us for Instacart's inaugural Ads Initiative Summit

This one-day webinar will provide you with the foundational knowledge, retailer perspectives, networking opportunities, and creative inspiration to unlock growth using Instacart.

About the Ads Initiative Program

About the Ads Initiative Program

Launched in 2021, the Ads Initiative aims to spotlight the incredible contributions of Black and women-founded/owned brands in the CPG sector, groups that have not traditionally been well-represented. Investing in these underrepresented brands is crucial, as it fosters diversity and inclusion within the industry, drives innovation, and supports economic growth in marginalized communities.

By providing a platform for these brands, the Ads Initiative helps to bridge the gap in visibility and opportunity, empowering these businesses to reach a broader audience and achieve their full potential. While this webinar will primarily focus on content for the Ads Initiative program, we encourage any emerging brand that might find this opportunity beneficial to register.

Launched in 2021, the Ads Initiative aims to spotlight the incredible contributions of Black and women-founded/owned brands in the CPG sector, groups that have not traditionally been well-represented. Investing in these underrepresented brands is crucial, as it fosters diversity and inclusion within the industry, drives innovation, and supports economic growth in marginalized communities.

By providing a platform for these brands, the Ads Initiative helps to bridge the gap in visibility and opportunity, empowering these businesses to reach a broader audience and achieve their full potential. While this webinar will primarily focus on content for the Ads Initiative program, we encourage any emerging brand that might find this opportunity beneficial to register.

Launched in 2021, the Ads Initiative aims to spotlight the incredible contributions of Black and women-founded/owned brands in the CPG sector, groups that have not traditionally been well-represented. Investing in these underrepresented brands is crucial, as it fosters diversity and inclusion within the industry, drives innovation, and supports economic growth in marginalized communities.

By providing a platform for these brands, the Ads Initiative helps to bridge the gap in visibility and opportunity, empowering these businesses to reach a broader audience and achieve their full potential. While this webinar will primarily focus on content for the Ads Initiative program, we encourage any emerging brand that might find this opportunity beneficial to register.

New to the Ads Initiative Program? Fill out this interest form to begin the process!

New to the Ads Initiative Program? Fill out this interest form to begin the process!

Having tech issues registering?
Reach out to adsinitiative@instacart.com

Having tech issues registering?
Reach out to adsinitiative@instacart.com

Having tech issues registering?
Reach out to adsinitiative@instacart.com

Agenda from our 2024 Event

Agenda from our 2024 Event

9:00 am PT
12:00 pm ET

5 Minutes

Introduction & Run of Day

Welcome to the Ads Initiative Summer Summit! We will briefly review the agenda for the day and provide an overview of the program and share exciting ways you can continue to engage with Instacart's Ads Initiative.

Katy Turner
Ads Program Manager

9:05 am PT
12:05 pm ET

40 Minutes

Mastering Instacart Ads: From Advertising Essentials to Advanced Ad Tactics

Discover the full spectrum of innovative products offered by Instacart and how they deliver exception value to advertisers. Learn how to unlock new opportunities and drive success with our cutting-edge advertising solutions.

Introduction

Ali Miller
Vice President of Product, Ads


Advertising Essentials

Brittany Middleman
Account Manager II


Jordan Chambers
Senior Sales Associate


Advanced Ad Tactics

Dana Kovacs
Sales Executive II


Mychelle Davey
Sales Executive

10:00 am PT
1:00 pm ET

45 Minutes

Retail Insights: Succeeding in the Marketplace in Conversation with Sprouts Farmers Market

Join us as we facilitate a compelling discussion featuring Sprouts Farmers market delving into what retailers look for when evaluating new brands for their product assortments. Gain valuable advice on how challenger brands can succeed when working with retailers and unlock new growth opportunities.

Special Guest Speaker

Scott Romano
Vice President of Innovation & Foraging at Sprouts Farmers Market


Hosted By

Ryan Hamburger
Vice President of Retail Partnerships at Instacart

10:45 am PT
1:45 pm ET

40 Minutes

Data, Insights, Catalog Wins

Dive into the wealth of data available in Ads Manager and discover how brands like yours can extract valuable insights from performance on Instacart and elevate strategy with actionable analytics and transformative data. We will share catalog best practices for ensuring your brand identity remains uniform across the Instacart marketplace, positioning you for success.

Ada Jing
Senior Measurement Science Manager


David Yang
Category Insights Manager


Alyson Avery
Program Manager

11:25 am PT
2:25 pm ET

5 Minutes

Break

11:30 am PT
2:30 pm ET

25 Minutes

Instacart Fireside Chat: Unlocking Success with Instacart Marketplace Ads 

Instacart leaders will share strategies for growing your brand and navigating today's complex grocery landscape utilizing the Instacart marketplace. Submit questions in advance to make the most of this insightful discussion!

Special Guest Speaker

Denise Woodard
Founder and CEO of Partake Cookies


Hosted By

Josh Rider
Vice President of Commercial Excellence

11:55 am PT
2:55 pm ET

5 Minutes

Diversity, Equality and Belonging at Instacart

Wrapping up the day with a quick thank you. We have a few exciting announcements to share, as well as something special for your cart!

Hosted By

Jennifer Sutton
Senior Director of Diversity Equity and Belonging

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Customer help

Become a Shopper

Shopper help

The Instacart Ads Initiative (“Program”) is open to the first 215 brands on a first come first serve submissions for Black-owned or women-owned, CPG brands who have not previously participated in the Program who sign up prior to Program annual Launch date of March 11, 2024 (“Brands”). There will only be one cohort of Brands in the Program each calendar year. The Program provides a one thousand dollar ($1,000) one-time ad credit redeemable for self-service advertising products only on Instacart.com. Ad Credit is valid for one year from date of issuance (“Expiration Date”). Unused balance of the Ad Credit will not roll over after the Expiration Date, or be redeemable for cash at any time. Brands are responsible for payment of any ad spend on Instacart.com that exceeds the Ad Credit. Ad campaigns on Instacart.com are subject to the standard Instacart Advertising Terms & Conditions. The Program may also provide additional benefits at Instacart’s sole discretion and are not guaranteed. Terms of the Program are subject to change at Instacart’s sole discretion at any time.