Introducing The Marketing Society's exciting lineup at Cannes 2024! Join us for an unforgettable week of networking, insights, and inspiration around the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.
The Marketing Society is thrilled to present an array of exclusive events designed to connect you with industry leaders, spark meaningful conversations, and celebrate the best in marketing effectiveness.
Here's a sneak peek at what we have in store...
Make sure you've told us if you'll be there - please fill out our short survey so we can share more details with you as things get finalised.
Monday 17 June:
The Marketing Society Cannes Kickoff: Connections and Conversations
Join us for an exclusive The Marketing Society member event to kick off your Cannes experience!
Supported by PwC, we invite you to our "Connections and Conversations" evening aboard the PwC yacht, where you can meet fellow members, expand your network, and set the stage for an inspiring week ahead.
This relaxed, agenda-free gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with marketing leaders from around the world, share insights, and foster meaningful relationships that will last beyond the festival.
Thanks to PwC there will be drinks and canapes as you mix and mingle with your industry peers in this intimate setting.
THE DETAILS
Date: Monday 17 June | Time: 7.30 PM - 9.30 PM | Location: PwC Yacht, Cannes (details provided upon registration)
We look forward to welcoming you aboard and setting the tone for an unforgettable week at Cannes 2024!
NOW SOLD OUT
Tuesday 18 June:
Cannes Member Meet-Up with Meta
Join us for a sparking morning of connections & conversations at Le Majestic Hotel.
In collaboration with Meta, we invite you to enjoy a sparking morning of great content, connections, and conversations amongst fellow members, in a beautiful setting.
Whilst we bring the community together to celebrate and connect, The Marketing Society is also passionate about leading the conversation and for this member meet up, we’ll be exploring ‘How Do Brands Grow in Asia?’.
With rising affluence and shifting demographics, Asia still offers fantastic growth opportunities for brands but the playbook for achieving impact in such a diverse region is far from straightforward. Come and hear from regional experts on how to navigate the complexity of shifting consumer attitudes and behaviors and an increasingly competitive landscape, where local brands are progressively winning the hearts and minds of local audiences.
We’ll be joined by Meta, WARC and industry leading marketers from Asia to provide their perspectives and ideas.
Key Highlights
- An insightful opening by Rica Facundo; Managing Editor, WARC Asia who will take us through the APAC Playbook and Strategies for Effective Impact.
- Panel of Perspectives on How Do Brands Grow in Asia?; moderated by Ed Pank; MD for WARC APAC and joined by:
- Dan Neary, VP for Meta APAC
- Severine Vauleon, Global Brand VP - Lux for Unilever
- Valerie Madon, Chief Creative Officer APAC for McCann Worldgroup
- Jiunn Shih, Chief Marketing, Innovation and Sustainability Officer for Zespri
- A chance to connect and network with the global community over breakfast and great conversations
THE DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 18 June | Time: 10.00AM - 11.30AM | Location: Le Majestic Hotel Cannes (suite details will be provided upon confirmation)
Please note: This experience is open to members of The Marketing Society and invited guests.
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Riviera Rendezvous, in partnership with BCG
Brand-side marketers, don't miss this exclusive invitation-only event in partnership with BCG on the evolving role of the CMO.
A confluence of trends is forcing CMOs to rethink their role — including who they are as leaders, how they operate their function, and how they measure success. In the face of cost pressures, tech innovations, and increased scrutiny of marketing effectiveness, CMOs need to keep their eye on driving sustainable growth and set their teams up for the long term.
Limited spots are available, so register your interest below. Alongside other top CMOs, join BCG and The Marketing Society, to discuss the evolving role of the CMO, and how you can strengthen your function while building a rewarding career.
THE DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 18 June | Time: 12.00 PM - 2.00 PM | Location: BCG Cabana (details provided upon registration)
NOW SOLD OUT
The Great Global Dinner with UK Advertising
Brand-side marketers, don't miss this exclusive invitation-only event in partnership with UK Advertising.
Join us for an exclusive soiree, set against the stunning backdrop of the French riviera, for an evening of fine dining and meaningful conversations with like-minded individuals from around the world to celebrate the power of creativity.
We'll be bringing together more than 100 esteemed global brand-side marketers from across the industry to share, connect and celebrate.
This experience is open to brand-side marketers that live outside of the UK.
THE DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 18 June | Time: 19.30 PM - 22.30 PM | Location: Carlton Beach, 58 Bd de la Croisette
NOW SOLD OUT
Wednesday 19 June:
The Ritualicious Lunch, in partnership with MSQ
Brand-side marketers, don't miss this exclusive invitation-only event in partnership with MSQ.
Join us for this exclusive C-level opportunity for a relaxed, smart, and special experience with lots of great connections and conversations.
Rituals and the hidden meanings behind why we do what we do. There are patterns that are essential to a well-lived life. And they are all around us if we know where to look - Rituals. Take a break from the hustle & bustle of Cannes and join us for a special lunch in partnership with MSQ and supported by WARC, where we'll preview their fascinating research to reveal the nature of 21st century rituals and what they mean for brands.
THE DETAILS
Date: Wednesday 19 June | Time: 12.00 PM - 2.00 PM | Location: Contagious Villa, Cannes
NOW SOLD OUT
Cannes Sundowner Spotlight Session with Sir Martin Sorrell, in partnership with Media.Monks
Join us at the mid-week point of Cannes - for cocktails, canapes - and an insightful conversation between The Marketing Society CEO, Sophie Devonshire, with one of the most influential titans in our industry, Sir Martin Sorrell.
Renowned for his remarkable journey as a brave leader and visionary, we’ll get personal and unique insights into Sir Martin’s perspectives including his thoughts around the state of creativity today, the disruptions we need to plan for, what today's CMO needs to thrive (and survive), and how to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.
And of course, what keeps him going...
THE DETAILS
Date: Wednesday 19 June | Time: 5.30 PM - 7.30 PM | Location: Les.Monks Café at Cannes (details will be provided upon confirmation)
Dress Code: Summer Casual
Please note: This is an invitation only experience suitable for brand side marketers and partners.
NOW SOLD OUT
CMOs in the Spotlight - Part 1
Join Sophie Devonshire at the Palais for an insightful session featuring Juliana Roschel (CMO, Nubank) and Gabrielle Wesley (CMO, Mars Wrigley North America) as they discuss what it takes to be a Chief Marketing Officer in 2024.
THE DETAILS
Date: Wednesday 19 June | Time 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | Location: Rotonde stage
Palais passes are needed to attend - find out more here
Thursday 20 June:
WARC & The Marketing Society Riviera Reception
Join us for an exclusive evening of cocktails, conversations, and connections at our fabulous drinks reception in collaboration with WARC. As valued members of the marketing effectiveness community, we invite you to unwind and mingle with industry peers, creatives, and innovators from around the globe.
The event where the boldest minds in Cannes come together to celebrate impactful marketing.
P.S. The football will be screened ;)
THE DETAILS
Date: Thursday 20 June | Time: 6.30 PM - 9:00 PM | Location: Contagious Villa, Cannes
NOW SOLD OUT
CMOs in the Spotlight - Part 2
Don't miss the second part of this thought-provoking series, featuring Mustafa Shamseldin (Category Growth Officer and CMO International Foods, PepsiCo) and more, as they share their insights on the evolving role of CMOs.
THE DETAILS
Date: Thursday 20 June | Time 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | Location: Rotonde stage
Palais passes are needed to attend - find out more here
Throughout the week:
Cannes The Marketing Society Member Meet-ups
Engage in casual conversations and build lasting relationships with marketing leaders from around the globe at our regular meet-ups during Cannes. Stay tuned for times and locations! Come together in a relaxed atmosphere, share insights, and foster meaningful relationships that will last beyond the festival.
Keep up to date
To ensure you stay in the loop about all our Cannes plans, please fill out our short survey and follow the registration links provided under each event description above.
We can't wait to see you at Cannes for a week full of inspiration, connection, and celebration, this page will continue to be updated as we confirm new events.
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