The Female Quotient is proud to return as the official Equality Partner at CES. The FQ's Equality Lounge @ CES 2021 will take place on January 11, 12 and 13. We will host a series of discussions covering intersectionality, our new frontier of work, and how to design more equitable tech.
Date & Time:
Monday, June 17 | 8:30AM - 7PM
Tuesday, June 18 | 8:30AM - 6:30PM
Wednesday, June 19 | 8:30AM - 7PM
Thursday, June 20 | 8:30AM - 7PM
Location:
Hôtel Martinez - Suite 731
73 Bd de la Croisette
06400 Cannes, France
Deloitte, Google, JPMorgan Chase & Co., L’Oreal USA, Meta, NBCUniversal, Yahoo, IPG, Ipsos, Cisco, MAKERS, Diageo, Paramount, P&G, TONOMOUS, LinkedIn, SXM Media, Understood, Whalar, Direct Digital Holdings, SeeHer, Snap Inc., Microsoft, Audigent, Roku, Kargo, Clio Awards, Clear Channel Outdoor, The Sway Effect, Getty Images, MediaLink, New York Times, MediaVillage
Monday, June 17 | 8:30AM - 7PM
Tuesday, June 18 | 8:30AM - 6:30PM
Wednesday, June 19 | 8:30AM - 7PM
Thursday, June 20 | 8:30AM - 7PM
If you say “unconscious bias,” you’re conscious.
Please join us in the Equality Lounge® @ Cannes Lions to change the equation and close the gender gap, together. This will be the destination for all conscious leaders to drive meaningful change through transformative panel conversations, experiential activation, and the best connections along the Croisette.
No badge required. All are welcome!
If you won't be there IRL, please tune in virtually. We will be livestreaming all sessions to our @femalequotient social channels.
If you say “unconscious bias” you are conscious. Let’s change the equation and close the gender gap together. All conscious leaders will be in The Equality Lounge® @ Cannes Lions! No badge required.
Today's audiences crave stories that reflect their diverse lives. As a result, gone are the days of one-size-fits-all entertainment. Inclusive and diverse representation across the industry has taken root and is both a strategic necessity and business imperative to capture and keep audience attention. This panel conversation welcomes entertainment and marketing leaders to delve into the power of diverse storytelling by exploring its impact on audience engagement, brand building, and ultimately, the bottom line.
In today's dynamic workplace, fostering a culture of empowerment isn't just an HR initiative—it's a top-down responsibility. As leaders, the C-Suite plays a pivotal role in creating environments where every team member feels safe, seen, and celebrated. Join us for an insightful panel discussion as we explore how the C-Suite can champion equity, diversity, and inclusion, ultimately driving innovation, collaboration, and organizational growth.
Joy Robins, Global Chief Advertising Officer, The New York Times
Carla Hassan, Chief Marketing Officer, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Marva Smalls, EVP, Global Head, Inclusion and EVP, Public, Paramount Global
Lynne Kjolso, VP, Global Partnerships & Retail Media, Microsoft Advertising
Toni Lowe, Global Chief DE&I Officer, Huge
Forget the traditional leadership playbook, today's market demands bold leadership. This session dives into the essential qualities needed to thrive in a dynamic environment - qualities that define today's most successful leaders: those with an entrepreneurial mindset. This panel conversation welcomes executives who hold the entrepreneurial spirit near and dear, we’ll talk about identifying growth opportunities, embracing calculated risks, and learning from stumbles.
The Power of Thinking Differently: Why Supporting Neurodiverse Women Can Be Rocket fuel for Business Today
Did you know that more than 20% of the world exhibits a form of neurodiversity and that women are far more likely to be untreated and undiagnosed? Women are often disproportionately impacted and need support to thrive. This panel invites neurodiverse female leaders to share their experiences and how their unique learning and thinking styles have fueled their career evolution. We'll also explore how brands today can support neurodiverse women and why programming for women in the workplace is needed.
Women’s sports are soaring, but pay equity lacks. What role can NIL and brand partnerships play in accelerating industry change? In this panel conversation, we welcome CMO leaders to highlight how their organizations are spotlighting women’s sports and female sports stars on and off the field. We’ll highlight the power of team and collaboration in change efforts and the power of engaging loyal and diverse fan bases.
Sebastian Tomich, Chief Commercial & Development Officer, The Athletic
Sophie Bambuck, Chief Marketing Officer, The North Face
Jennifer Halloran, Chief Marketing Officer, Head, Marketing and Brand, MassMutual
Federica Pompei, Senior Vice President, Feminine Care, Europe, Procter & Gamble
Kristina Shepard, VP, Global Advertising Sales and Partnership, Roku
Michelle Stevenson, Executive Director, Marketing and Communications, Milken Institute
Sheryl Goldstein, EVP, Chief Industry Growth Officer, IAB
Suzanne Strasser Grant, EVP, Head, Global Agency and Strategic Partnerships, MiQ
Adia Matthews, Vice President, Hulu Partnership Marketing, Hulu/The Walt Disney Company
Maria Lowrey, Chief Growth Officer, Direct Digital Holdings
Maureen Murphy, Senior Vice President, Client Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Jia Hyun, VP, Marketing Solutions, LinkedIn
Ever wonder what executive leaders would tell their younger selves about navigating the twists and turns of their careers? What would you tell yourself? This panel conversation welcomes female leaders from across the advertising industry to reflect candidly on their journeys—how they navigated the early years, overcame challenges, built a supportive community of mentors and colleagues, and strategies they’ve adapted to continue growing their skills.
Digital transformation has reshaped the media industry, demanding innovation and agility for survival. This session cuts through the headlines to bring you a powerful conversation with the women who have paved the way for the current media landscape. Join us as they share their insights on navigating disruption, thriving under pressure, the power of paying it forward, and leaving a legacy.
Women leaders are not simply navigating the status quo; they are reshaping the landscape of leadership and empowerment. It's not just about holding positions of authority; it's about serving as a role model for others, amplifying diverse voices, and leading a revolution in leadership and beyond. Hear from the incredible women leading the change across sport and STEM, shaping a brighter future for all of us. Discover how these trailblazers are not only making waves on the racetrack but also driving innovation and progress in STEM fields, inspiring the next generation of female leaders in both sports and technology.
In an era of content overload, capturing audience attention is paramount. But how are brands authentically connecting with audiences, and what is resonating, especially when it comes to global reach? Join marketing leaders in a conversation exploring how brands evolve their storytelling strategies to stand out and how new mediums, technologies, and approaches reshape how brands connect with diverse audiences in an increasingly digital world.
Our daily 'Manel' invites male executives to the stage to touch upon topics they’re rarely asked about. Women are often asked, “How do you do it all?” The balancing act of work and personal life is a universal challenge, yet often associated with women’s experiences. Join this panel discussion as male leaders speak openly about the complexities of work-life balance and how they prioritize career growth and family matters.
Customer experience (CX) is at the heart of every successful business. Yet, not all approaches are human-centered or consider the importance of diversity. In this panel conversation, leading female Chief Customer Officers take to the stage to share their insights on building customer-centric strategies and cultures, and how to apply empathy and non-binary mindsets while unpacking data and building future-proof teams.
“A woman alone has power, together we have impact.” Our weekly series Power of the Pack, invites a collective of female leaders to talk candidly about their lived experiences. In this special edition, our panel conversation will explore what’s next in psychological safety in the workplace. We’ll dive into the concept, how the term has evolved, and how to create an environment where people feel safe, seen, and heard.
Tanneasha Gordon, Principal, Data and Digital Trust Leader, Deloitte & Touche LLP
Rebecca Roussell, Senior Vice President, Inclusive Communication, Current Global
Dana Pouwels, Managing Director, Sapphire Lounge General Manager and Head, Chase Sapphire Partnerships, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Amanda Richman, Vice President, Global Media Sales, Microsoft Advertising, Microsoft
Shaila Mathias, Senior Business Development Manager, AWS Customer Data Applications, AWS
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
The playing field is changing for women in sports. From the record-breaking viewership of the Women's World Cup to the electrifying energy of the 2024 Women’s March Madness tournament, fans are showing up in support of female athletes. In this panel discussion, we’ll hear firsthand from the women taking the field, court, or ice to speak candidly about their experiences in the spotlight. We’ll unpack the growth of NIL, the art of navigating sponsorships, and tapping into motivation.
Google has kicked the “cookie” can down the road yet again, postponing the deprecation of cookies for a third time to 2025. Will cookies really go away? Whether they do or they don’t, what are the impacts to privacy? The Female Quotient and Direct Digital Holdings will host a panel conversation diving deep into the implications of the pending cookie transformation across the digital ecosystem and explore how it can be a catalyst for a more equitable and transparent advertising ecosystem.
Female friendship in the workplace can be a source of support and empowerment, especially for women seeking allies across their organization. Join this panel conversation as we explore the importance of sisterhood at work, how it can be navigated positively, and the impact it has on women's careers.
Paramount’s Impact Series focuses on supporting gender equity in the workplace by hosting thoughtful conversations with leaders to discuss lessons learned along the way in their career journey. In this session, we welcome a powerhouse panel of female leaders from diverse industries to talk candidly about the challenges they face in today's ever-evolving business landscape, the pressures of navigating this uncertainty, and its impact on their professional and personal lives.
Be the Change - it’s a simple phrase, yet a powerful call to action that leaders often consider as they work to cultivate supportive networks and foster transformation. “Being the change” can materialize in many ways and everyday actions, but taking action isn’t always easy. This panel conversation welcomes female leaders to share their journeys, powerful convictions, and practical wisdom on how to step into your power and make a lasting impact.
Jess Giles, Editor-in-Chief, Cosmopolitan
Julie Currie, EVP and Chief Revenue Officer, Quad
Laurie Blair, Vice President, Global Marketing, Hyatt Hotels
Rebekka Iten, Regional President, Commercial Operations, EMEA, Bayer Consumer Care AG
Channing Martin, Chief Diversity & Social Impact Officer, SVP, IPG
Kenley Bradstreet, Head, Brand Partnerships, Quizlet
The marketing landscape is constantly evolving, and women are at the forefront of driving innovation and shaping the future of the industry. This panel conversation brings together a diverse group of women leading the charge on breaking new ground in marketing. Together they will discuss finding inspiration, overcoming challenges, and building more inclusive marketing ecosystems together.
Creativity seldom happens in a vacuum – more often, magic is a result of happenstance encounters, introductions or IRL conversations. Humans are social creatures, and in the digital age, we’re learning that connection is as important as ever. Come hear how a single DM or chance meeting led to some amazing collaborations that have created widespread impact on the industry.
Jennifer Risi, Founder & President, The Sway Effect
Julie Hogan, VP, Global Experiential and Industry Marketing, Meta
Melissa Wildemuth, Global Creative Director, General Mills
Rachel Winer, SVP, Business Development, Quad
Radhi Devlukia, Podcast Host, A Really Good Cry, NYT Bestselling Author, Plant-Based Cook, and Co-Founder, Juni Tea
There’s been a shift, women have dominated media platforms over the last few years—from record-breaking sports viewership to the Taylor Swift and Beyonce craze. Women are captivating audiences and dominating attention across platforms and the brand community has taken note. In this panel discussion, we’ll examine how brands and media organizations are keeping pace with shifting habits and working to further spotlight women across cultural conversations.
Long gone are the days of traditional media consumption and creation -- Digital and social first are here to stay. Women are shaping this digital landscape and reimagining the newsroom to be more inclusive, sharing diverse stories. We'll speak to the women shepherding the new age of media who will candidly discuss the industry’s evolution and how we can ensure all perspectives are not only seen but heard.
Taryn Crouthers, President, ATTN:
Jana Arbanas, Vice Chair - US Telecom, Media & Entertainment Sector Leader, Deloitte LLP
Tracy-Ann Lim, Chief Media Officer, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Freddie Turner, Managing Director, UK, MiQ Digital
Cara Lewis, Chief Investment Officer, Dentsu Media US, Dentsu
B. Scott, Founder, CEO, and Executive Producer, B. Scott Media Group
As the saying goes, "it takes a village." The industry has acknowledged the importance of creative inclusivity and equity, but real change requires a full-spectrum approach – funding, training, and amplification. This panel conversation will discuss the state of multicultural publishing, including the one-year results of Kargo’s MCA program, while highlighting the importance of investing in multicultural narratives in publishing and beyond, and how to do so effectively.
In the landscape of 2024’s marketing strategies, Artificial Intelligence emerges as the driving force behind optimization. As this revolutionary technology continues to reshape personalization and automation, many women leaders stand at its forefront, shaping its adoption and evolution. Join us for a captivating discussion with eminent marketers from healthcare, CPG, retail, and more, as they delve into harnessing AI to craft personalized experiences, automate tasks, and achieve marketing excellence on a grand scale.
Gail Horwood, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, Novartis
Denise Persson, Chief Marketing Officer, Snowflake
Marie Gulin-Merle, GVP, Ads Marketing & Centers of Excellence, Google
Roxy Young, Chief Marketing and Consumer Experience Officer, Reddit
Caroline Dettman, Chief Creative and Marketing Officer, The Female Quotient
The Human Touch: Building Emotional Connections at the Intersection of the Digital Era with the Age of AI
Explore the pivotal role of empathy and emotional intelligence in modern marketing. Hear from CMOs championing human-centric approaches to brand building, creating meaningful connections with consumers. Learn how these leaders manage increasing responsibilities, driving marketing innovation while championing diversity and inclusion amid personal and professional pressures.
As generative AI continues to reshape our world, visionary women leaders are navigating this technological frontier, ensuring that its impact is equitable, sustainable, and reflective of diverse perspectives. This panel discussion brings together leaders who are reshaping the narrative around AI, fostering a culture-rich and inclusive future through their innovative approaches.
Our daily 'Manel' invites male executives to the stage to touch upon topics they’re rarely asked about. Women's sports are finally receiving the spotlight they deserve, but the conversation has primarily focused on female perspectives. However, men are increasingly activating their brands and interest in this space—investing in further elevating women’s sports and athletes. This panel of male executives will dive into the power of sports—its influence on girls and women—and the exciting business opportunities at hand.
C-Suite leaders are embracing vulnerability as a key strategy for fostering truly inclusive workplaces. Vulnerability fosters empathy, paving the way for a safe space where disabled, differently-abled, and neurodiverse employees can thrive alongside their colleagues. In this panel conversation, a diverse group of leaders joins together to unpack how owning your journey and differences unlocks psychological safety and innovation.
As Artificial Intelligence continues to weave into our daily lives and careers, we must ensure women are at the forefront of this innovation. In this special edition of our LinkedIn Live Series: Algorithm for Equality®, we welcome marketing leaders to discuss the importance of collaboration, inclusivity, and shared responsibility in harnessing the power of AI.
Lydia Daly, SVP Audience Impact and Intelligence, Paramount
Lauren Ogúndèkó, Chief Digital Officer, KINESSO
Lisa De Bonis, CEO, Huge
Christina Mallon, Head, Inclusive Design, Microsoft and Advisor, Inclusively
Esther Maguire, Head, Product Marketing & Strategy, LG Ad Solutions
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
The worlds of entertainment and brand marketing are converging in a powerful way: through the power of impactful storytelling. "Side Hustlers," the hit series on Roku Channel created in partnership with Hello Sunshine, Ally, and Roku, exemplifies this perfectly. "Side Hustlers" follows the journeys of ambitious female entrepreneurs juggling day jobs, personal lives, and the exhilarating pursuit of building their dream companies. With the potential for life-changing investments on the line, the series struck a chord with audiences, resonating with their desire to see themselves reflected on screen and sparking conversation. This panel discussion features the marketing, production, and streaming leaders behind "Side Hustlers." They'll share their insights on crafting brand narratives that feel genuine, unique, and aligned with your company's core values, while also shedding light on the importance of forging strong partnerships in the age of streaming.
Forging a path in marketing demands courage, creativity and sitting on the cutting-edge of technology. This session celebrates the female leaders who champion bold ideas and ignite innovation within their teams. Together they’ll talk about the power of calculated risks, fostering commercially safe technology like AI, and how to bring impactful purpose-driven storytelling to life with these tools.
Last year, women dominated the sports world, and their influence is only strengthening in 2024. Athletes like Caitlin Clark, Sha’Carri Richardson, and Coco Gauff have set a new standard for how we portray women athletes in the media. Additionally, with the upcoming Olympics achieving gender parity for the first time, equitable coverage is as important as ever. Join us as we speak with the world’s leading marketers to discuss what is top of mind in sports media and how they’re creating a new narrative around women in sports that is both empowering and inclusive.
Breaking Ceilings and Barriers of Entry: How Diverse and Inclusive Content Powers Authentic & Equitable Representation
Paramount’s Content for Change campaign is a company-wide initiative that tackles media bias and promotes diverse storytelling. Content today must reflect the beautifully diverse world we live in by embracing and displaying the different lived experiences, authentic stories, and cultures of our global society. In this dynamic conversation, the Content for Change team takes to the Croisette to discuss fostering inclusive creativity across TV, print, digital, and beyond, breaking down barriers and opening doors for a more representative media landscape.
Time and time again, tech has been built for and marketed to a narrow group, leaving behind large swaths of potential customers. As tech innovations and breakthroughs roll out at every turn, how do we ensure we don’t make the same mistakes? In this session, you’ll hear from leaders and experts about their personal relationship with technology, their strategies for scaling accessible and inclusive tech, and the potential impact this has on the bottom line.
In a rapidly evolving digital world, careers in STEM are crucial for creating a technological future that is secure, accessible, and inclusive. However, recent research shows that women only hold 35% of STEM jobs in the U.S., and this gap only widens globally. Join us as we speak with today’s STEM leaders to identify key steps to hiring more women in STEM, what we can do to ensure their professional growth, and celebrate the work women are already doing to change this landscape.
Tonie Leatherberry, Board Director, Direct Digital Holdings
Marion Hargett, VP, Business Development, East, The Trade Desk
Julia White, Chief Marketing Officer, SAP
Allyson Hugley, Global Senior Director, Customer Insights, LinkedIn
Tia White, GM, Marketing Intelligence (AI/ML), Amazon Web Services
Joanne Bradford, Advisor, The Female Quotient
A recent Boston Consulting Group survey found a whopping 48% of the global workforce is burnt out. The struggle is even more real for women, people who identify as LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and frontline workers. Good news—inclusion efforts can help reduce attrition and drive employee happiness, and reduce burnout. In this panel conversation, we’ll hear from leaders on the strategies and actions you can implement to create a workplace of inclusion.
Claire Sanderson, Editor-in-Chief, Women’s Health UK and Men’s Health UK
Amaryllis Liampoti, Managing Director & Partner, Global Head, BCG X Growth, BCG
Mona Munayyer Gonzalez, Chief Growth Officer, Pereira O'Dell
Melanie Eusebe, Director, EMEA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Google
Cheree McAlpine, Chief Legal Officer, Zoom
Linda Bethea, Chief Marketing Officer, Danone
Stories have the power to transport us, challenge our perspectives, and inspire action. This power extends beyond individual experiences, shaping cultural conversations and influencing the entertainment we consume. In this panel conversation, leaders from the entertainment industry will work to unpack the impact of storytelling on culture and society—highlighting the importance of expanding representation and crafting content with purpose.
Engineering has long been seen as a male domain, while women tend to dominate insights organizations. This is changing, however, with improved outcomes across functions emerging. This panel conversation will explore the positive impact of a more gender-balanced approach in engineering and insights. Hear from female leaders who thrived across these traditionally siloed fields and can share the evolutions they are seeing.
Legacy brands are often admired for keeping pace with ever-changing consumer habits while purposefully driving progress. Social consciousness and consideration have become a major part of brand identities - and building a brand rooted in equity is no longer a choice but a necessity. Join this conversation of global marketing leaders discussing how they are expanding the admiration and reputation of their legacy brands through equitable marketing moments.
Julia Hood, Executive Editor, Business Insider
Michelle Crossan-Matos, Chief Marketing Officer, Ulta Beauty
Dara Treseder, Chief Marketing Officer, Autodesk
Gabrielle Wesley, Chief Marketing Officer, Mars Wrigley North America
Kristyn Cook, Chief Agency, Sales & Marketing Officer, State Farm
Leanne Fremar, Chief Brand Officer, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Hear from top women in media about the power of live connections in marketing to today’s consumers. From creating advertising strategies to developing a distinctive brand, marketers today can form powerful connections with consumers in the moment and as a collective community. Join this panel of female leaders as they explore how they’ve helped brands build connections through live premium content.
Despite representing 19% of the U.S. population and accounting for $2.7 trillion of purchasing power, Hispanics often only appear in about 5-10% of ads. In this panel conversation, we welcome industry leaders and creators to explore the current stereotypical representation of Hispanics in ads and challenge the industry to increase Latino involvement in campaigns and decision-making, especially in this era of artificial intelligence bias and anti-DE&I narratives.
The digital landscape is brimming with flashy Web3 experiences and AI-powered gimmicks. Forget smoke and mirrors though: Shoppers today see through empty promises. This panel conversation will convene marketing leaders to discuss how to leverage storytelling and authenticity when championing social impact, embracing inclusivity, and connecting on an emotional level.
Raakhee Mirchandan, Anchor & Contributing Editor, The Trust, Dow Jones
Jennifer Kattula, GM & Chief Marketing Officer, Microsoft Advertising, Microsoft
Jacqueline Bourke, Senior Director Creative Content, Getty Images
Jill Lyons, Senior Vice President, Creative Operations, Maximum Effort
Arlie Sisson, SVP, Global Head, Digital, Hyatt Hotels
Anne Pascual, SVP Product Design, Zalando
Anitra Marsh, Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, P&G Beauty
In a fluctuating global economy and highly saturated job market, many professionals are looking ahead to plan for their futures and establish job security during uncertain times. What about when the unexpected happens? What if you were laid off, experiencing personal or family changes, or simply needed a lifestyle shift? We’ll uncover what to do after unplanned career transitions and how they can become opportunities to explore, reconnect with ourselves, and identify new ways of working.
Ashley Flowers— the ‘Queen of True Crime’, founder of audiochuck, and the host of #1 podcast among women, Crime Junkie—comes to Cannes for a no-holds-barred conversation on the power of true crime podcasting done differently to drive real impact and advocacy for women around the world. Join Ashley and SiriusXM Media’s Lizzie Widhelm for a conversation on rallying a deep community of passionate female fans, bringing brands and advertisers into this growing audience, and lessons from a female founder and storyteller.
2023 saw a concerning trend: a decline in women holding coveted executive roles. Yet, a silver lining emerges – women CMOs are at parity with male CMOs. This panel conversation welcomes CEOs and CMOs to join forces. We’ll break down the leadership skills that make an impressive C-suite duo, highlight strategies for promoting women, and explore ways to build a talent pipeline that empowers ALL genders to rise to the top. Forget shattering the glass ceiling – let's crack the code for inclusive leadership!
What happens when the self-confident 20-somethings find themselves shoulder to shoulder with the 50+ crowd? A clash of experiences or new mutual respect and learning? For the first time ever, workplaces include five distinct generations, ranging from GenZ to boomers. This diversity of thought and background comes with its fair share of challenges, but also a hidden advantage: the potential for powerful intergenerational friendships. In this panel conversation, Zeno Group’s global CEO Barby Siegel is joined by other business leaders of all generations to discuss how multigenerational harmony can be the secret to fueling your organization’s mission and growth.
Whether you’re a new mother, navigating post-pregnancy, or planning to start a family, women often feel the pressure to choose between their careers and growing their families. Moving your career forward while stepping into motherhood can be confusing, with many women choosing not to disclose their pregnancy to their employers for fear of termination or delayed professional progress. We’ll unpack how women can still accomplish their career goals through any stage of pregnancy and what leaders can do to support their colleagues during pre and post-natal changes.
Kristin Faucher, Managing Director, Head, Brand and Advertising: Card, Travel, Commerce, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Danielle Damiano Medeiros, Head, Events & Experiences (LinkedIn Marketing Solutions), LinkedIn
Lara Krug, Chief Marketing and Media Officer, Kansas City Chiefs
Katie Hamilton, Head, Google Industry Relations, Americas, Google
Latine Gen Z is a powerful demographic with a unique cultural identity that craves trustworthy connections. Brands must move beyond surface-level representation and work to truly connect with the cultural cornerstones of this critical audience: food, music, fütbol, and family. This panel discussion welcomes marketing leaders to unpack the true definition of authenticity and how to get it right when engaging Latine Gen Z.
Today's CMOs juggle multiple roles—dream builders, conscious connectors, mission creators, growth architects, and more. Maintaining long-term and profitable growth while shepherding innovation and team building is no easy feat. Top that with the pressures at home and desires for career excellence. This conversation will unpack the role of the CMO and the crucial part women play in advancing the industry and championing diversity and inclusion.
Our daily 'Manel' invites male executives to the stage to touch upon topics they’re rarely asked about. While emotional intelligence is often discussed, vulnerability, the ability to be open and authentic with emotions, remains less explored, especially for men. This panel conversation will unpack the power of vulnerability in leadership. Hear from male leaders as they discuss their career stories, the challenges they faced, and the benefits they've experienced by embracing their full selves at work.
Rich Dorment, Editor-in-Chief, Men's Health
Doug Rozen, Chief Marketing Officer, Rokt
Pierre Le Manh, President and CEO, Project Management Institute
John McDonald, Group Chief Marketing Officer, UBS
Jason Horowitz, SVP, US Marketing, Global Head of Media & Digital, Mattel
Joe Anthony, Founder and Chairman, Hero Collective
Phillippe Krakowsky, CEO, IPG
Social media and cultural trends have ignited a revolution in brand communication. Marketers have had to evolve their shopper dialogues, especially when engaging young women. This dynamic panel discussion invites CMO leaders to dive deep into the ever-evolving cultural landscape and explore strategies for crafting marketing campaigns that resonate on a deeper level. We’ll talk about decoding the zeitgeist, moving beyond stereotypes, and the power of authenticity.
Inclusive representation in media and brand campaigns are the biggest trend at Cannes this year. Are inclusive campaigns just lip service and good PR or is there real brand growth and improved outcomes when creative teams are diverse (in front of and behind the camera)? Deloitte Digital Head of Strategy for Ethos, Kristin Hooper and Deloitte Digital Health Agency Leader Joanna Ruiz will share recent research and a compelling case study that offer two different lenses through which to view this compelling topic.
With the state of gender equality remaining stagnant in the marketing industry, what are some of the biggest brands and companies doing to change the equation? Join us as we talk to innovative leaders who are making progress in gender equality both internally and externally as they share the impact their authentic marketing and cultural efforts are having on society at large.
Tina Daniels, Managing Director, Agency & Brand Measurement Analytics, Google
Jenn Creegan, GM, Global Marketing & Operations, Microsoft Advertising
Tonie Leatherberry, Board Director, Direct Digital Holdings
Surabhi Pokhriyal, Global Chief Digital Growth Officer, Church & Dwight, Co., Inc.
Jaime Robinson, Co-Founder and CCO, Joan Creative
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Artificial Intelligence is among recent emerging technologies that are rising in popularity and providing us with the opportunity to create in new, innovative ways, especially in the advertising and marketing industries. However, as AI is a reflection of our own digital habits and patterns of thinking, many are fearful of the potential gaps in identifying existing biases within AI. In this session, we will uncover how human behavior influences AI’s abilities and how we can prevent the cycle of bias from continuing into our virtual space.
Today, more and more companies are taking action to ensure their workforces are diverse and reflect the customers they serve. But the most successful companies are the ones that not only champion diversity at all levels of the organization, but make it a strategic imperative at the highest decision-making levels – including their c-suites and executive boards. Unfortunately, the membership of Fortune 500 boards of directors and most c-suites in the US are overwhelmingly white, and mostly male. In this panel, Greenhouse leaders chat with Astha Malik, Chief Business Officer of Braze (and Greenhouse board member), as they explore why executive leadership representation is imperative, and how to move the needle to affect real change.
The data is clear: promoting and retaining women is critical to business growth; organizations with women on their executive teams are 21% more likely to have above-average profitability and companies with more female board seats are more productive. This is true across industries and particularly important when viewed through the lens of female leadership in Marketing/Ad Tech. Join us as we convene leaders to discuss how targeted efforts can get the right women in the right roles and keep them there.
Isa Soares, Anchor and Correspondent, CNN
Drew Stein, Co-Founder and CEO, Audigent
Joy Marcus, Board Director, Perion, Co-Founder and General Partner, The98
Marc Aldrich, General Manager, Media, Entertainment & Sports, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Christina Choi, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Tequila, Gin, & Breakout Growth Brands, Diageo
Nicole Estebanell, Global Chief Client Officer, Initiative
Streaming has spurred media innovation at the speed of light. Driven by the pandemic, the adoption of CTV and podcasts has outpaced all expectations, and data fluency has joined negotiation capabilities as a required skill set. How do media professionals keep up? Through learning and training, hiring talent with varied expertise, creating blended philosophies of marketing and investment. Hear from a group of panelists who have met the challenges of the new media environment and prepared their companies for agility as innovation continues to drive success.
The largest brands and agency holding companies have recognized the need to invest in culturally diverse content. But here's the harsh truth: simply pledging money isn't enough. The real challenge lies in building the necessary infrastructure to support independent publishers that lack resources and technology. Marketers must break free from their outdated processes and unlock the untapped potential of diverse content waiting to be discovered. It is through diversity that creativity is born so it's time to level the playing field, ignite the industry with inclusivity, and empower diverse publishers to amplify their voices. Shifting our investments today shapes the abundance of the advertising opportunities tomorrow.
As marketing quickly evolves, what does - and doesn’t - scare the leaders who’ve made it to the top of their industries? Can marketers be truly fearless today or simply, strive to fear less and inspire more? Join us as we sit down with one of today's top marketing leaders to discuss what she has overcome, what inspires her, and how she is charting a new future for the next generation of marketers and creatives.
Warmer, Welcome, and Wanted: How Companies Can Better Embrace Women Executives When They Get to the Top
Women hold just 10 percent of CEO jobs at Fortune 500 companies. While the share of women holding top executive positions has grown in recent years, women still make up less than 25 percent of executive-level positions, and only 4 percent are women of color. And when they do make it to a corporate higher office, there is not a warm welcome waiting for them. Instead, they're met with stereotypes, red tape, negative press and a mountain of other obstacles. In this conversation we’ll problem-solve around what needs to be done to better embrace and retain women executives.
Sherry Phillips, Chief Revenue Officer, Forbes
Shelley Elkins, Chief Creative Officer, Jack Morton
Dr. Stacie Graham, Global Director, Racial Equity Programme, WPP
Patrice Pollack, SVP and Executive Creative Director, Momentum Worldwide
Anna Bager, President & CEO, OAAA
Alia Lamborghini, SVP, US Sales and Strategy, Yahoo
Kate Bird, Senior Director, Marketing, Snap Inc
Raising the next generation of changemakers from a place of awareness and unbiased parenting is critical to achieving the future of equality. The journey to equality starts with ending the cycle at home. But do men have to become fathers to care about advancing equality? Do they need to have daughters to care about the progress of women? In this session, working dads will share how raising powerful girls and empathetic boys has impacted their view on equality, and why men shouldn’t wait until fatherhood to inspire change.
Jameson Fleming, Managing Editor, Marketing and Agencies, Adweek
Nicholas Mercurio, Chief Client Officer, Ipsos
Phil Duncan, Chief Design Officer, Procter & Gamble
Jonathan Mildenhall, Co-Founder and Executive Chair, TwentyFirstCenturyBrand
Zachary Chapman, SVP Global Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Matthew Segal, Co-CEO and Co-Founder, ATTN:
Paul Dyer, CEO, Lippe Taylor
For Gen Z, gender equality is an imperative, with 96% saying it is an important personal issue. Yet only 37% of Gen Z are very hopeful about the state of gender equality. We must accelerate our progress for more inclusive portrayals. Getting it right is critical for the current and future state of our society. It also leads to a 5x increase in sales when consumers see women portrayed authentically. Hear directly from SeeHer and industry leaders who are doing it right and working to increase representation and accurate portrayals of women and girls in storytelling.
In 2022, the equation changed and women held the majority of CMO roles for the first time. But with short CMO tenures and with a trend of very senior women in top roles across industries stepping out, how can we make sure top leaders in marketing aren’t going anywhere? And how do we come together to ensure that diverse women are also taking the top leadership roles in marketing?
Remi Kent, Chief Marketing Officer, Progressive Insurance
Ciara Anfield, Senior Vice President and Chief Member & Marketing Officer, Sam's Club
Gabrielle Wesley, Chief Marketing Officer, Mars Wrigley North America
Tina Mahal, SVP, Marketing, Frito-Lay North America
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Join us for a special program honoring fashion designer, author, creative director and activist Aurora James, who will be presented the 2023 Honorary Clio Award. This presentation will be followed by a Q&A featuring Aurora and Muse by Clio editor Angela Natividad, and will explore how the fashion innovator’s creative approach has broken boundaries and created opportunities for artisans and ideas from around the world.
While in the history of history no economic system has lifted more people out of poverty, solved for more of life’s ills, and created more prosperity, opportunity, and socio-cultural benefit than capitalism, the system remains imperfect. And today, for many Americans, its imperfections seem far more vivid than either its absolute or comparative good. A new Forbes/Harris Poll survey finds that nearly half of all women say today’s form of capitalism is headed in the wrong direction and doubt that it will positively impact their future. Women and people of color also disagree it is the best economic system for equity. But, eight in ten consumers believe corporations have a crucial role to play in capitalism’s evolution. This panel of expert marketers will explore the public’s critiques of free market enterprise and our role in helping capitalism create greater prosperity for all.
Many of today’s headlines call out the risks, shortfalls and ethical issues surrounding artificial intelligence, namely its potential for bias around race, gender, nationality and age. It’s easy to let the headlines bury the immense opportunities within AI to support underserved communities and provide them with new access to historically out-of-reach resources; the power of AI can prevent natural disasters, fight disease, and enable businesses and other organizations to provide 24/7 services to those in need. Join us as we convene leaders on the cutting edge of AI exploration to discuss the positive impacts AI will have at the local level.
Melissa Jackson Parsey, VP, Managing Director, BDC, US, R/GA
Stacy Kemp, Executive Lead CMO Program, Deloitte Digital
Lynne Kjolso, VP, Product Marketing, Microsoft Advertising
Melissa Furze, Senior Global Director, Customer Science, LinkedIn Marketing Solutions
Sebastian Jespersen, Senior Partner, Globant Create
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
Jerri DeVard, Founder, Black Executive CMO Alliance, BECA
Brianne Boles-Marshall, Lead, Diverse Media Strategy & Investment, General Motors
Cleyana Mayweather, Brand Manager, Mars Wrigley
Freddie Williams, Senior Manager, Global Strategic Marketing, Johnson & Johnson
Kara Smith, Innovation Strategist, Deloitte Consulting
Around the world, women shoulder the majority of the mental and physical load when it comes to addressing health-related issues for their families, like fertility, mental health and caregiving of children, family members with chronic medical conditions or disabilities, and elders. Why, for so long, has this unpaid labor fallen on women? And how are companies addressing this issue with better benefits, more flexible policies, and empathy for employees? Join us as we convene leaders to share strategies for achieving better balance between men and women when it comes to health.
Liz Plosser, Editor-in-Chief, Women's Health
Michelle Milford Morse, Vice President, Girls and Women Strategy, United Nations Foundation
Laura Jones, Chief Marketing Officer, Instacart
Tina Allan, Global Partner, Data Science and Connections, FCB
Dani Benowitz, President, US and Global, MAGNA Global
Rania Robinson, CEO & Partner, Quiet Storm and President, WACL
Nikita Shetty, VP, Integrated Marketing, LinkedIn Marketing Solutions
Men add an average of 26% more LinkedIn connections than women each month. This marked networking gender gap begets a bigger opportunity gap; women have smaller networks to tap when job searching and are less likely to land speaking engagements or invitations to events. But women are super-connectors and brilliant builders of long-term personal connections and friendships. Join us as we discuss with some of today’s top leaders how they rethink networking to land promotions, get jobs and help others rise the ranks successfully.
Tania Bryer, Anchor & Broadcaster, CNBC International
Susan Howe, President, Weber Shandwick
Maggie Schmerin, Chief Advertising Officer, United Airlines
Claudia Fischer, Managing Director DACH, Whalar
Liz Caselli-Mechael, Global Head, Content & Digital, Corporate, Nestlé
Valerie Beauchamp, VP, Global Head, Agency Development & Marketer Education, LinkedIn
Lauren Maillian, President, Digital Innovation, Hero Media
Younger generations entering the workforce are likely to live into their 90s or longer, which means many will be faced with a 60-year career span, a whopping 20 years longer than the traditional 40-year career. Work, for those in it for the long haul, will truly be a marathon not a sprint. What implications do longer careers have for stamina, skill enhancement and employee happiness? Join us as we discuss how companies and leaders share strategies for long-term career success.
Jess Giles, Editor-in-Chief, Cosmopolitan
Ann Scheiner, Executive Vice President, Ad Sales Agency Partnerships, NBCUniversal
Kate MacNevin, Global Chief Operating Officer, McCann Worldgroup and Global Chair and CEO, MRM
Shirley Hughes, President, Brand Marketing and Communications, R&CPMK
Melissa Wasserman, Head, Strategic Marketing, Samsung Ads
Sade Balogun, Director, Global Consumer Marketing, Peloton Interactive
Join us for a fireside chat with Jess Weiner, The CEO of Talk to Jess, a consultancy specializing in helping global brands like Barbie and Dove become and stay more inclusive and culturally fluent. We’ll talk about how the best marketing has evolved to an inside out approach and how brands are getting it right and wrong. We’ll also talk about the elephant in the room discussing what today’s culture conflicts mean to the future of inclusive marketing.
Black hair is the object of love, mystery, and discrimination. Through the years we have seen hairstyles evolve from afros to slick back, pin curls, bouncy and behaving, braids and curly twist updos - we are on an ongoing journey of discovery and understanding. Black hair continues to be depicted in advertising as magical, mystical, unruly and something to be tamed. Without reason, many Black women and men face discrimination in the workplace because of their chosen hairstyle. Natural hairstyles are sometimes received as anything but natural and called unprofessional, unkept or unacceptable. The Crown Act seeks to put an end to hair discrimination against Black women and men. Join us as we discuss the history and current perspectives on Black hair and complex issues surrounding hair and beauty, style.
Sharon Harris, Founder and CEO, The Sharon Harris Collective LLC
Jill Lyons, SVP, Creative Operations, Maximum Effort
Marissa Nance, Founder and CEO, Native Tongue Communications
Jeanine Lewis Canales, Chief Strategy Officer, The House of JOY
Tish Archie Oliver, Chief Diversity Equity , Inclusion & Belonging Officer, Unilever
Adrienne Lucas, Head, Strategic Partnerships & DEI, The One Club for Creativity
A woman alone has power. Together we have impact. How do we ensure that women are supporting each other cross-culturally? Join us as we bring together women from different cultures who have stories of support to share and watch-outs for all allies as they navigate female friendships in the workplace and beyond.
Shauna Little, VP, Marketing, The Washington Post
Sari Feinberg, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Content Partnerships, NBCUniversal Advertising and Partnerships
Victoria Bachan, President, Whalar Talent
Laura McElhinney, VP Entertainment Sales, SXM Media
Cathy Oh, Global Head, Marketing, Samsung Ads
Sekema Newton, VP, Global Enterprise Partnerships, Yahoo
It’s easy to get lost behind the computer screen – and a hybrid way of working can exacerbate feelings of isolation and separation from teams. Although the hybrid work model has widely been in effect for the last two years, managers in creative industries are still struggling to establish a culture of togetherness within their teams. This conversation will formulate realistic strategies to stay connected in ways that meet our employees needs while building our teams upward.
Tea Uglow, Co-Founder, Dark Swan Institute
Lewis Williams, EVP Head, Brand Impact, Weber Shandwick
Katrina Stirton Dodd, Editor At Large, Contagious
Jen Speirs, Executive Creative Director, Droga5, Accenture Song
Rana Hamarneh, Group CEO, Ad Pro Communications
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Agile. Relentless. Revolutionary. These terms embody what it means to be an entrepreneur, and if more leaders adopt an entrepreneurial mindset, a corporate executive as well. What can corporate leaders learn from founders? How to identify good business opportunities, overcome adversity, pivot quickly and grow from failure, to name a few. Join us as we talk with executives who have taken a page out of the entrepreneurial playbook.
Julie Yufe, Senior Vice President, Vodka and Rum, Diageo
Sehr Thadhani, Chief Digital Officer, Nasdaq
Fura Johannesdottir, Global Chief Creative Officer, Huge
Vince Cacace, Product Management, AR Enterprise Services
Elizabeth Dieckman, Director, Integrated Marketing, LinkedIn
Suzanne Taylor, Head, NA Audience Marketing, Microsoft Advertising
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
The digital transformation of branding and marketing continues to happen at pace. Join us as we discuss the journey from Web2 to Web3 and how to use Web3 to strengthen the brand to partner association, build relationships with fans and community, offer new monetization paths and ways to connect even more industries with Web3 to help them innovate and succeed.
Reproductive health is not just a women’s issue; it is a human rights issue. The overturning of Roe v. Wade sparked an initial wave of support in favor of abortion access and reproductive rights from brands and companies, but men have consistently been underrepresented in this conversation. With a new FQ survey showing that 78% of men believe access to reproductive care is a human right, we’ll talk to men about how they are - and how they can - use their voices and platforms in the workplace to support and help ensure women have access to reproductive care.
What does creative ambition have to do with economic growth? According to industry legend Marc Pritchard, everything. Join us for a discussion around why resetting the bar higher on creative insight, inclusion and impact will drive consumer loyalty, product performance and overall growth for brands.
Creators are the visionary spark behind many business ideas and products. As artificial intelligence continues to influence the creative process and offer more accessible and equitable opportunities, many are examining how they can utilize AI to expedite content creation, and discover more tools to effectively build their ideas. Join us as we discover the ways AI is empowering today’s creators by transforming the creative landscape and generating more opportunities for all.
Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient
Talia Bender Small, President, The Female Quotient
Caroline Dettman, Chief Marketing and Creative Officer, The Female Quotient
Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient
Ronda Carnegie, Chief Innovation Officer, The Female Quotient
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