# Featured Session: From Meme to Meaning: Making the Most of Accidental Virality

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**Date:** March 15, 2026 · 10:00 PM  
**Location:** JW Marriott / Salon 1-4  
**Format:** Featured Session  
**Track:** Brand & Marketing track  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Kim Gallagher** — Executive Director, Marketing & Customer Success
- **Gabby Fowler** — Senior Manager, Social Media & Influencer
- **Rachel Karten** — Author
- **Casey Lewis** — Trend Analyst And Writer

In today’s content-driven landscape, brands can go viral in ways they never intended. This panel explores the unpredictable nature of online virality through the lens of brands like Nuuly and Graza. Panelists will unpack what it takes to lead with creativity, clarity, and cultural fluency under pressure—and how chaotic moments can become opportunities for connection, growth, and relevance. Expect a rare behind-the-scenes look at the modern social media playbook these experts are writing in real time.

## Transcript

A transcript is available for this session: [Read transcript](/sessions/2026-03-15/pp1162470-featured-session-from-meme-to-meaning-making-the-most-of-accidental-virality/transcript)

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