Amsterdam 750:

From Milestones to Digital Mastery

5th of November 2025

@ The Loft - A’dam Tower, Amsterdam

Event

From Milestones to Digital Mastery

On Nov 5th, The Digital Distillery lands in Amsterdam, a city built on innovation, creativity, and connection. This second Amsterdam edition dives headfirst into the future of marketing and media under the theme “Amsterdam 750: From Milestones to Digital Mastery”.

We’ll explore how AI is moving beyond efficiency toward hyper-personalization, how social and search are evolving through AI, why Connected TV and Live CTV are becoming the new primetime for brands, and how data privacy and brand safety continue to shape consumer trust.

Expect sharp insights, real conversations, and a cozy, high-energy atmosphere that’s pure Digital Distillery: no crowded halls, just the brightest minds, bold ideas, and meaningful exchange ‘Dam’ style.
  • What makes The Digital Distillery so unique?

    Pure exclusivity:

    100 selected "Invite Only" participants guarantee that the exchange takes place at a high level and that classic event structures do not prevail.

    Not a classic conference:

    We don't have boring lectures – instead, we offer a relaxed, living-room atmosphere where real discussions and valuable networking take center stage.

    Direct dialogue:

    Instead of presentations from the stage, there are open discussions and personal exchanges in an exclusive setting.
  • Where does this all take place?

    A’DAM Tower, 
    Overhoeksplein 3, Amsterdam

    The Loft is undoubtedly the most prominent and spectacular location in the A’DAM Tower. Located on the 16th floor, the seven-meter high windows offer breathtaking views of the center of Amsterdam. With over 400 m2, The Loft is also our largest event space.
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agenda

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Willem-Albert Bol: Amsterdam’s Media & Innovation
History – the 750-year perspective

In his keynote he will focus on Amsterdam's role in our sector. The 750 year history of the city has big overlap with media and advertising. From the early days of print to digital nowadays. What makes Amsterdam stand out? What is the role of Amsterdam and the Netherlands in an international context? How does the Amsterdam media crowd need to act to stay relevant? Willem-Albert will use his own 25 years plus experience to shed light on these topics.
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ADFORM: European Digital Independence - 
Taking Back Control of Digital Marketing

What if Europe could rewrite the rules of digital marketing on its own terms? In this keynote, Adform explores how brands across the continent can break free from overreliance on global tech giants and chart their own path toward transparency, data ownership, and privacy-first innovation. Discover how digital independence not only possible, but the key to unlocking a smarter, more sustainable future for marketing.
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Interactive & Personalized Video: 
The Next Frontier

Discover how the next wave of video is putting viewers in the driver’s seat. This session dives into how interactivity and personalization are transforming passive watching into active engagement, creating deeper connections, smarter storytelling, and real results for brands.
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DVJ INSIGHTS: Connected TV & LIVE CTV – 
Reaching the Future Audience

Why is Connected TV (CTV) experiencing such a meteoric rise? And what should advertisers (not) do with it? Through a powerful local brand case, this keynote reveals how brands can turn viewers into connected audiences in the new era of CTV.
  • MODERATOR

    Oliver de Leeuw — Moderator | Presenter | Host

    With his sharp curiosity, effortless energy, Oliver de Leeuw is the perfect guide to lead the conversations shaping the Digital Distillery Amsterdam stage.

    Oliver de Leeuw is a seasoned moderator and presenter with 15 years of experience turning complex ideas into compelling stories. Blending expertise in digital communication, social media, and event production, he brings curiosity, and clarity to every stage he steps on. Known for his sharp questions and authentic connection with audiences, Oliver transforms technical or abstract topics into relatable, memorable conversations with a touch of humor.

    Having worked with global organizations like TEDxAmsterdam, the Climate Adaptation Summit, and the Dutch government, Oliver’s experience spans from live events to hybrid formats and high-level workshops. When he moderates, it’s storytelling in real time. He builds bridges between disciplines, sparks genuine dialogue, and ensures every discussion leaves a lasting impact.
    Oliver de Leeuw
  • SPEAKER

    Willem-Albert Bol — Country Director Azerion the Netherlands

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    Willem-Albert Bol is a media opinion leader in the Dutch market. Always ready and willing to give us a view on the status of the industry.

    Next to speaker, writer, blogger and influencer he has an extensive track record in the world of marketing and media.

    He started his career at VNU/ Sanoma on the publishing side, then went to TBWA\ on the agency side. Later he went to the client side at Vodafone. To change back to media at DPG Media for 7 years. Last 4 years he was CEO at a local independent media agency at Abovo Maxlead. Recently he started at digital media platform Azerion as Country Director for the Netherlands.
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PANEL DISCUSSION

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AI, Search & Digital Mastery: 
Navigating the Changing Landscape

Under the theme “Amsterdam 750: From Milestones to Digital Mastery,” this panel discussion explores the trends and breakthroughs shaping the future of marketing. From AI-powered hyper-personalization and evolving social and search behaviors, to Connected TV as the new brand primetime and the delicate balance between data-driven marketing, privacy, and consumer trust, discover what’s redefining the industry today and tomorrow.
  • Clemmentijn Treinen, Country Director Microsoft Netherlands
  • Nadim Kabir, Digital Marketing Lead TUI Group
  • Arno Otto, Founder Utonomy
Will explore the breakthroughs shaping advertising and marketing today and tomorrow. We’ll examine AI moving beyond efficiency toward true hyper-personalization, how emerging social and AI-driven search behaviors are reshaping the way people discover content, the growing impact of Connected TV as the new primetime for brands, and the ongoing challenge of balancing data-driven marketing with consumer trust in privacy and brand safety.

Speakers

Willem-Albert Bol

Willem-Albert Bol

Country Director Azerion

the Netherlands

Oliver de Leeuw

Oliver de Leeuw

Managing Director

Nameshapers | Presenter

Nadim Kabir

Nadim Kabir

Digital Marketing Lead

TUI Group

Clemmentijn Treinen

Clemmentijn Treinen

Country Director

Microsoft Netherlands

Arno Otto

Arno Otto

Founder

Utonomy

SCHEDULE

12:30 - 13:00
Check-in & Networking
13:00 - 13:15
Welcome & Kickoff
Moderator Oliver de Leeuw
13:15 - 13:45
Keynote 1
Willem-Albert Bol - Amsterdam’s Media & Innovation History—the 750-year perspective
13:45 - 14:15
Keynote 2
Adform - European Digital Independence: Taking Back Control of Digital Marketing
14:15 - 14:30
Coffeebreak
14:30 - 15:00
Keynote 3
Interactive & Personalized Video: The Next Frontier
15:00 - 15:30
Keynote 4
DVJ insights - DVJ INSIGHTS: Connected TV & LIVE CTV – Reaching the Future Audience
15:30 - 16:15
Panel discussion
AI, Search & Digital Mastery: Navigating the Changing Landscape
16:15-17:30
Networking & Drinks

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