Speakers
Tatjana Wismeth, Head of Distribution & Supply Chain Intelligence, NIQ GfK
Tatjana Wismeth, head of NIQ GfK´s Distribution and Supply Chain Intelligence at GfK, the global leader in market intelligence for sell-through & sell-out data for HighTech Markets. Tatjana is leading GfK´s Distribution and Supply Chain Intelligence department which is collecting sell-through data from distributors and wholesalers from the tech and durables sector across the globe and combining it with GfK´s unique POS information to analyze supply chains. Prior to this position, Tatjana has worked closely as consultant with International key clients from the IT industry. Before joining GfK, she has worked several years within the energy and technology industry focusing on Smart Home solutions. Tatjana has graduated in International Business Studies & International Management in Germany and Australia.
Nevin Francis, Senior Director | Global Strategic Insights, NIQ GfK
Nevin is an expert for global trends in the technical consumer goods market and especially focuses on
trends within the SDA, Baby-care and smart products industry. He is part of GfK’s Global Strategic
Insights Team which provides fact-based strategic analytics by integrating multiple sources of GfK
research, including global market intelligence and consumer studies. The team is transforming rich data
into relevant insights on how the markets are changing and where they are evolving to. niq-gfk
Ines Haaga, Director | Global Strategic Insights, NIQ GfK
Ines is an expert for global trends in the technical consumer goods market and especially focuses on
trends within the IT and Office industry. She is part of GfK’s Global Strategic Insights Team which
provides fact-based strategic analytics by integrating multiple sources of GfK research, including global
market intelligence and consumer studies. The team is transforming rich data into relevant insights on
how the markets are changing and where they are evolving to. niq-gfk
Kelsy McKinley, Global Distribution Partners | MI: Supply Chain, NIQ GfK
Kelsy McKinley is a market intelligence specialist with expertise in sell-through analysis across high-tech markets. She currently serves as a Key Account Manager for Distribution Partners at GfK, where she oversees both domestic and international distributors. In her role, Kelsy focuses on acquiring new distribution partners to enhance panel quality while providing dedicated support to existing ones. She ensures their needs are met, offers strategic guidance, and assists with business inquiries, fostering strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Before stepping into her current position, Kelsy managed global pricing strategies at GfK, further strengthening her analytical and strategic expertise. Kelsy holds an M.Sc. in Business Administration and International Business Studies, earned through programs in both Germany and the United States, reflecting her global perspective and commitment to excellence.
David Frampton, Chief Alchemist, Kid-A
A multi-award-winning disruptive consultancy & managed services business working within the telecommunications industry. We are also the first UK telecommunications consultancy to achieve Certified B Corporation® status - which means a lot to us. Working from our HQ in Winchester, Hampshire UK, with unparalleled experience in telecoms, distribution & consumer electronics, we help our partners solve problems, drive performance, design & deliver strategies whilst maintaining a unique ‘sound & vision’ that is all our own. We are optimistic, diverse, creative, open-minded and disciplined - we strive to be the best of the best to deliver an incredible social experience whilst being neutral with our collective impact on the planet. We love humans, we love our environment and if you’d not already guessed we love pop culture, movies, and music. Kid-A
Pieter Waasdorf, Founder, Falster Consultancy
After several successful years at PCS Wireless (Renewd) in the Netherlands, Pieter Waasdorp founded Falster Consultancy, a firm specializing in the global repair and secondary market for consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and smartwatches. Leveraging his extensive industry experience, Waasdorp has guided numerous refurbishment companies in entering new markets and has been instrumental in the development and execution of operator and retail trade-in programs. Falster Consultancy has also played a pivotal role in launching pan-European repair initiatives, ensuring that these programs meet the diverse needs of consumers across the continent. Falster Consultancy is also the publisher of secondarymarket.news, a platform dedicated to delivering the latest news, insights, trends, and industry gossip from the worldwide repair and secondary market. The site covers a range of topics, including sustainable technology practices, circular economy developments, and innovations in device diagnostics and inspection processes. secondarymarket.news
Carl West, Managing Director, Open & Informed
Carl West is a seasoned sales professional with a diverse background spanning multiple industries, including Education, ISP, Financial, Retail, IT Channel, Brand, Local Government, Market Research, CPG (FMCG), DDG, and OEM. With a track record of success in driving revenue growth and leading high-performing teams, Carl brings a unique blend of strategic vision, leadership skills, and a passion for exceeding targets. openandinformed.com
Pascal Chabret, Retail Consultant
After working for international companies such as Apple, Nokia, and Auchan International, I held positions as Business Unit Director for 20 years with the current leading French Home Appliances & High Tech retailer, and dedicated these last 2 years to merging innovation and sustainability. Driven by a strong commitment for social responsibility, I've crafted innovative strategies focused on second life products development, buyback programs, waste reduction, resource reuse, and the establishment of ethical supply chains. Now, as a Retail Consultant and specialist in the circular economy, my journey exemplifies my commitment to transforming the commercial landscape by integrating environmentally-friendly practices. Serving as a catalyst for change, my goal is to demonstrate that profitability can harmoniously coexist with the preservation of our planet in Retail business. LinkedIn
Pradip Somaia, Partner, Regent Evolution
Pradip is an experienced investment banker within the technology, media and telecommunications sector. He is responsible for a wide range of advisory work and has managed over 80 assignments at Regent Assay in the areas of acquisition, divestment and sale of businesses, funding, valuation and strategy consulting. Prior to joining Regent Assay, Pradip served as chief financial officer within a number of large European and US multinational IT corporations, generally with financial responsibility for operations throughout Europe. He has worked for EDS, International Data Corporation, Science Applications International Corporation and Equant Integration Services. Pradip is a regular speaker/lecturer at TMT events/Institutions. Pradip is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. Regent Evolution