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  1.    All you need to know about the Global DEI Census 2023
    Advertising & policyInclusive marketing

    All you need to know about the Global DEI Census 2023

    The Global DEI Census 2023 – which will investigate the state of diversity, equity and inclusion in the marketing industry – is due to go live around the world on 15 March at https://wfanet.org/census in 34 markets. Here is what you need to know about its objectives and how to get involved.

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  2.    Making the numbers count
    Advertising & policyInclusive marketing

    Making the numbers count

    Talent is the lifeblood of marketing. Brands need to meet their needs for a better lived experience if they want to attract and retain the very best. Ranjay Radhakrishnan, Chief Human Resources Officer at Reckitt, explains how the company is championing diversity and inclusion to make Reckitt a great place to work.

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  3.    WFA Better Marketing Pod Ep 23: On turning an airline into a travel super-app with Rudy Khaw, AirAsia
    CMO ForumDigital media transformationMarketing operations

    WFA Better Marketing Pod Ep 23: On turning an airline into a travel super-app with Rudy Khaw, AirAsia

    WFA podcast host David Wheldon speaks with Rudy Khaw, Chief Brand Officer at AirAsia, about marketing in postpandemic times and the process of turning an airline into a travel super-app.

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  4.    Seven partner predictions for 2023
    Digital policyBrand reputationCreativityMarketing technologyMarketing operationsMarketing technology

    Seven partner predictions for 2023

    Seven of WFA’s strategic partners reflect on what will define marketing for the year ahead.

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  5.    The testing times continue
    Advertising & policyDigital policyBrand reputationMarketing technologyValue of advertisingMarketing technology

    The testing times continue

    Marketing will have to demonstrate value in 2023 as the global economy slows down, says WFA President and Mastercard Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Raja Rajamannar.

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  6.    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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  7.    How to be more creative in 2023?
    Creativity

    How to be more creative in 2023?

    Sir John Hegarty shares three tips for marketers on how to be more creative than ever during the course of 2023.

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  8.    It’s the economy…
    Global Marketer of the Year

    It’s the economy…

    Marketers are grappling with difficult questions as much of the world faces an economic slowdown. Do they cut back on their marketing spend? Do they switch more spend to digital platforms? And do they focus more on short term results than long-term brand work?

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  9.    The missing conversation
    Global Marketer of the Year

    The missing conversation

    Agencies are a vital part of any effective marketing organisation, but all too often the right questions aren’t always asked in these partnerships. We checked with the members of our WFA’s Global Marketer of the Year jury what questions really need to be asked to ensure that both parties work together smoothly and to mutual benefit.

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  10.    Karen Riley-Grant, Levi's: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Karen Riley-Grant, Levi's: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Karen Riley-Grant, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Levi Strauss & Co, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Karen talks to us about her priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next. 

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  11.    Martin Renaud, Mondelēz International: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Martin Renaud, Mondelēz International: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Martin Renaud, EVP & Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, Mondelēz International, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Martin talks to us about his priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next.

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  12.    Asmita Dubey, L'Oréal: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Asmita Dubey, L'Oréal: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Asmita Dubey, Chief Digital & Marketing Officer, L'Oréal, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Asmita talks to us about her priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next. 

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  13.    Cristina Diezhandino, Diageo: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Cristina Diezhandino, Diageo: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Cristina Diezhandino, Chief Marketing Officer at Diageo, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Cristina talks to us about her priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next. 

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  14.    Patricia Corsi, Bayer Consumer Health: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Patricia Corsi, Bayer Consumer Health: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Patricia Corsi, Chief Marketing, Digital and Information Officer at Bayer Consumer Health, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Patricia talks to us about her priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next.

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  15.    Julia Goldin, LEGO: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Julia Goldin, LEGO: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Julia Goldin, Chief Product & Marketing Officer, LEGO, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum

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  16.    Cheryl Goh, Grab: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Cheryl Goh, Grab: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Cheryl Goh, Group VP of Marketing and Sustainability – Founding CMO, Grab, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Cheryl talks to us about her priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next.

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  17.    Fabrice Beaulieu, Reckitt: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee
    Global Marketer of the Year

    Fabrice Beaulieu, Reckitt: WFA Global Marketer of the Year 2022 nominee

    Fabrice Beaulieu, Chief Marketing, Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer, Reckitt, is one of the eight global marketers shortlisted for this year's WFA Global Marketer of the Year award in partnership with The Drum. Fabrice talks to us about his priorities, recent achievements and thoughts on what's next:

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  18.    After Spring comes…
    Marketing procurementMarketing strategyMarketing procurementMarketing strategy

    After Spring comes…

    The WFA Sourcing Board is refreshing its goals and ambitions after three years and a half, with a series of new initiatives to help marketing procurement practitioners drive efficiency, effectiveness and delivery. Laura Forcetti, Director of Global Marketing Sourcing Services at the WFA, explains.

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  19.    Five predictions for 2023
    Advertising & policyDigital policyBrand reputationMarketing capabilities

    Five predictions for 2023

    From sustainability claims to tech regulations around the world and greater emphasis on capability building: the WFA team share some predictions for what the next 12 months hold for brands.

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  20.    WFA Better Marketing Pod Ep 22: On reasons to be optimistic about 2023 with Tom Standage, The Economist
    Advertising & policyDigital policy

    WFA Better Marketing Pod Ep 22: On reasons to be optimistic about 2023 with Tom Standage, The Economist

    WFA podcast host, David Wheldon, speaks with Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist and Editor, The World Ahead, about tech people’s Messiah complex, upcoming regulation and his three reasons to be optimistic about 2023.

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  21.    Reasons to be optimistic: How the best work of 2022 can help marketers up their game in 2023
    CreativityContent marketingDigital media transformation

    Reasons to be optimistic: How the best work of 2022 can help marketers up their game in 2023

    Guardian columnist and brand strategist, Arwa Mahdawi, takes a look at the lessons 2022 has taught marketers for the year ahead.

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