Tag: Cannes Lions

AB InBev wins Cannes Lions Creative Marketer of the Year for an unprecedented third time

Stuart Mitchell

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced AB InBev as the 2026 Creative Marketer of the Year. The honorary accolade is presented to a marketer that has amassed a body of iconic, Lion-winning work over a sustained period of time. AB InBev’s continued commitment to using creativity as a growth lever across its portfolio resulted in it winning an impressive 37 Lions at last year’s Festival. AB InBev is the first company in Cannes Lions’ history to be honoured with the award for a third time. Since 2021…

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Cannes Lions announces 2026 Awarding Jury line-up

Stuart Mitchell

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, taking place 22–26 June 2026, has announced its Awarding Jury line-up for this year’s Festival. This exceptional group of global experts will convene in Cannes this June to set the global benchmark for creative excellence. This year’s Juries reflect the growing diversity of the voices shaping the global creative industry, with fresh perspectives from independent agencies and brands across an array of sectors. Amongst those making their Jury debut is French brand, AXA, following its success in 2025, winning 13 Lions. The line-up…

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Cannes Lions announces the 2026 See It Be It cohort

Stuart Mitchell

First-time representation from Serbia and South Korea Cannes Lions has announced the cohort for the 2026 See It Be It talent programme, designed to accelerate the careers of women and non-binary talent. The 2026 cohort selected for this unique learning and development programme includes 20 creatives from 15 markets, with Serbia and South Korea being represented for the first time. Taking place at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, between 22 and 26 June 2026, the programme includes mentorship opportunities and private masterclasses with industry leaders, as well as…

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FiveTwoNine and Billion Dollar Boy Team Up with Patreon to Support Creator Attendance at Cannes Lions

Stuart Mitchell

FiveTwoNine, the global creator platform and community, and Billion Dollar Boy, the global leader in creator-led brand building, have teamed up with Patreon, the network where creators and fans mutually invest in creative culture, to relaunch The Creator Fund in affiliation with Cannes Lions 2026. Now in its second year, The Creator Fund identifies and supports the next generation of creative entrepreneurs building original formats, businesses and audiences within the creator economy. As Cannes Lions remains the industry’s most recognised stage for creative achievement, a goal of The Fund is…

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Cannes Lions honours Susan Credle as its Lion of St Mark

Stuart Mitchell

The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced that it will honour Susan Credle with its lifetime achievement award, the Lion of St Mark. The award recognises Credle’s remarkable career and contribution to the industry that started with an internship at BBDO New York and has spanned more than 40 years. Simon Cook, CEO, LIONS, said: “Susan Credle is a trailblazer and a creative force. Throughout her career she has consistently built cultures where creativity thrives, producing iconic work while shaping the values, standards and conditions for success. Cannes…

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