In this session, we covered: 

  • Expert recommendations on consumer communication during uncertain times 
  • A breakdown of key U.S. and European tariff scenarios 
  • How regional differences (especially in Germany and the UK) impact brands 
  • Steps businesses can take to remain agile and consumer-focused 
Moderator / Presenters
Lynn Dornblaser
Client Advisor, Mintel Solutions
Lynn Dornblaser brings almost 40 years of product trend knowledge to her position as Client Advisor. In this role she provides insight to clients and the industry, leveraging her career’s worth of knowledge and Mintel’s rich data sources. Prior to joining Mintel in 1998, Dornblaser covered new product trends (via publication New Product News) at several trade magazine publishing companies. She has been quoted by major US news organizations, including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The New York Times, and CNN. In addition, Dornblaser has also served as keynote lecturer and speaker for numerous industry groups and sales forums.Dornblaser holds a BS in Journalism from the University of Illinois and has also contributed to two textbooks on new product development. She can usually be found in the aisles of a supermarket somewhere in the world.
Jamie Rosenberg
Associate Director, Global Research and Insights
Richard Shepherd
Category Director- Financial Services, Lifestyles, Social and Economic Research
Rich has worked for Mintel since 2013, and currently manages Mintel’s Financial Services, Consumer Lifestyles and Media research teams in the UK. He also overseas social and economic research across EMEA. Rich works closely with Mintel’s clients, providing in-depth analysis through reports and presentations, and has featured prominently in major new publications including the Financial Times, the BBC and the Guardian. Rich holds an MA in Social Research, and worked in banking prior to joining Mintel.

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