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  1.    Uncertainty on the Croisette
    Cannes Lions

    Uncertainty on the Croisette

    Talk of AI dominated Cannes, but I believe creativity will continue to make the difference in a world focused on data and tech. Some belated reflections on the rapid pace of transformation and the challenges it creates.

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  2.    WFA CEO looks back at 2024

    WFA CEO looks back at 2024

    WFA’s year has reflected the rapidly evolving and uncertain economic and geo-political landscape in which we and our members operate. It’s been a bit of a rollercoaster with both lows and highs.

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  3.    “Stay the course on DEI and sustainability.” WFA CEO appeals to the industry ahead of Cannes
    Inclusive marketing

    “Stay the course on DEI and sustainability.” WFA CEO appeals to the industry ahead of Cannes

    Something is happening in our industry that is deeply worrying. Many companies are taking a step back from their public positions on DEI and sustainability.

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  4.    Successes in a tough year

    Successes in a tough year

    The world keeps throwing up new challenges, but marketers show that collaboration can be a powerful solution to even the toughest problems. WFA CEO Stephan Loerke shares his review of 2023.

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  5.    COP28 – over to business

    COP28 – over to business

    The latest climate conference is a mixed bag, resistance to change at a political level, combined with people driving real business action. WFA CEO Stephan Loerke reflects on three days in Dubai.

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  6.    What marketers need from COP28
    Sustainability

    What marketers need from COP28

    2023 marks the halfway point to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). During COP28, the world will also learn the findings of the first Global Stocktake of the Paris agreement.

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  7.    My five takeaways from Cannes 2023
    Advertising & policyBrand purposeCreativityMarketing technologyCannes LionsInclusive marketingSustainabilityMarketing technologyMedia transformation

    My five takeaways from Cannes 2023

    This year’s Cannes Lions had a real buzz about it. Clients seemed re-energised by the reprioritisation of creative effectiveness and real purpose, and the challenges of addressing sustainability and inclusion. Stephan Loerke, WFA CEO, provides his take-aways from five days in the south of France.

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  8.    “We’re going to have to be amazingly humble”
    Advertising & policyBrand purposeBrand reputationGlobal Marketer WeekMarketing operationsMedia transformation

    “We’re going to have to be amazingly humble”

    WFA CEO, Stephan Loerke, offers his verdict on WFA Global Marketer Week in Istanbul

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  9.    Build the future, don’t fear it
    Advertising & policyBrand reputation

    Build the future, don’t fear it

    In times of uncertainty, marketers must use their skills to lead the way. WFA CEO, Stephan Loerke, reflects on the success stories from 2022 and what to expect from 2023.

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  1. Search is being reshaped in real time. AI-powered answers, richer SERP features, and new discovery journeys are changing how people find (and choose) brands - the old playbook of “rank #1 and win” is no longer our reality.

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  2. This session will help you identify and mitigate reputational, legal and ethical risks when selecting AI tools.

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  3. Learn how to make the most of your WFA membership in one quick session.

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  4. WFA in Asia:  ‘Welcome to 2026’

    Singapore Singapore

    21 Jan 2026

    Join members of WFA’s Asia Advisory Board to welcome the new year on 21st January.

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  5. WFA Food & Beverages Marketing Group (FMG)

    Brussels Belgium

    27 Jan 2026

    Attendance is only open for companies that are Members of the Food & Beverages Marketing Group (FMG).

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  6. WFA is proud to partner once more with Campaign Asia for Connect Indonesia, taking place January 28 in Jakarta.

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