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WFA CMO Forum

WFA CMO Forum is an exclusive, invitation-only network bringing together the most experienced and influential marketing leaders worldwide.

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The group brings together global  Chief Marketing Officers, who exchange insights and experiences with a view to identifying practical solutions to their most pressing challenges.

The group also helps ensure that WFA priorities are properly aligned with the global CMO agenda. It oversees seminal WFA reports and initiatives designed to help CMOs drive better marketing that's linked to demonstrable business growth.

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  1. WFA Forum Connect

    Mumbai India

    03 Feb 2026

    Join us for the first edition of Forum Connect in Mumbai, where we will be uniting WFA’s marketing communities around a common goal.

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  2. WFA Forum Connect Mumbai

    Mumbai India

    03 Feb 2026

    Join us for the first edition of Forum Connect in Mumbai, where we will be uniting WFA’s marketing communities around a common goal.

    More information Register for this meeting

  3. CMO Forum

    Singapore Singapore

    11 Mar 2026

    For global/regional Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs).

    More information Register for this meeting

The group meets annually across the globe, including at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity.

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Chairperson

  • David Wheldon

    David Wheldon

    WFA President and Chief Brand Officer, Allwyn

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