AAF Luncheon Series: April Event
Date: Wednesday April 30th, 11.30am - 1pm
Venue: The Grotto, 4715 Westheimer
The Power of AI in Audience Intelligence.
Unlocking Consumer Insights like never before.
Crack the code.
Unlocking Audiences at Major Sporting Events& Cultural Events
Major sporting and cultural events attract millions. But beyond the crowds and the hype, do you really know who’s engaging?
✨ Who are they?
✨ How do they behave?
✨ What drives their passion—and where does your brand fit in?
✨ What’s your competition doing better?
✨And what opportunities are hiding in plain sight?
Imagine having the power to decode audience behavior, uncover engagement trends, and spot marketing gaps in a timely manner..
Enter Rascasse—the AI-powered intelligence platform built to transform how brands understand consumers, markets, and competition.
Join Jan Luc Blakborn, Business Development Lead at Rascasse USA, for an exclusive, data-driven session exploring how AI is reshaping insights around major sporting and cultural events. You’ll discover how Rascasse goes beyond traditional research to deliver the edge you need in marketing, sponsorships, and brand activations.
📅 Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
📍 The Grotto, 4715 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77027
⏰ 11:30am – 1pm – Registration commences at 11.15 am.
Whether you're in advertising, media, sponsorships, or brand strategy, this is a must-attend session that will change the way you think about large-scale events. Reserve your spot today. Your audience is waiting.
Providing Thought Leadership, Insights and Connections.
Interactive Q&A
Have burning questions? Get them answered directly by the experts during our interactive Q&A session. This is your chance to engage and get personalized insights.
Expert Insights
Hear from our leading industry expert as he dissects the core synergies between consumers and brands. Gain valuable insights into how these critical functions shape brands' future.
Hosting
We want you to know that hosting events like this comes with costs. While we strive to keep ticket prices low, rising expenses mean we won’t be contributing to the scholarship fund this time. Your ticket provides you with lunch and non-alcoholic beverages. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Network with Professionals
Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and thought leaders. Expand your network and exchange ideas with others who share your passion for the business world.
Meet Our Speaker
Jan Luc Blakborn
Jan-Luc Blakborn is a data-driven business development strategist with over 30 years of experience in scaling technology ventures through market intelligence and predictive analytics. As the founder of MAXIMUM Ventures LLC, he specializes in leveraging data insights to optimize market entry strategies, operational efficiency, and revenue growth for companies expanding into the U.S. His expertise spans quantitative analysis of emerging technology trends, competitive benchmarking, and risk modeling to drive strategic decision-making. Recent engagements include evaluating European innovations at CES 2025 through a data-centric lens and assessing economic impact metrics of Houston’s business landscape. Blakborn’s analytical approach to market expansion ensures precision in identifying high-growth opportunities, making him a key player in global business intelligence and innovation strategy.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Thank you for making this event possible! We are grateful for the unwavering support and dedication of our incredible sponsors. Your commitment fuels our success and helps bring ideas to life. This event would not be possible without each of you, and we are honored to share this journey together. Here’s to the creativity, collaboration, and innovation that you inspire—today and always!
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