Future Proof

What is the role of the CMO? How is it changing? And, most importantly, what makes a really good one? Jane Ostler interviews Nadine Dietz, chief community officer at AdWeek and host of the CMO Moves podcast, during Cannes Lions 2019. Nadine talks about her conversations with CMOs, the traits she finds they have in common, what they do differently… and even some of the secret dreams they hold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Andrew speak to Bruce Daisley, VP EMEA for Twitter, about the role the platform plays in society and the marketing mix, as well as his own work around positivity at work. Bruce discusses recent innovations at Twitter to make conversations healthier, the best ways brands can use Twitter (both for starting conversations and gathering feedback to use as fuel for a campaign) and what makes posts go viral. He also explains why those of us working in media may be burning out – and makes some recommendations for how to find joy (and some boredom) at work and actually be more productive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June saw the release of the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands of 2019, with Amazon taking the top spot for the first time. But why does it matter? How does it work? And what makes the difference between a top performing brand and those that drop off the list? Doreen Wang, global head of BrandZ for Kantar, tells Jane Bloomfield about the key themes, provides insights for growth and offers up some interesting case studies from this year’s global ranking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With more data at our disposal than ever, new tools, new tech, machine learning… are machines about to replace creatives? Tara Walpert Levy (VP, Agency and Brand Solutions at Google) says no, but brings to life several examples of where technology and insights – specifically from Google – are empowering creatives and creative work. On the stage at Google Beach as part of Cannes Lions, she discusses Google’s role in the creative ecosystem, innovations in advertising and targeting, and some of the ways the company is looking at optimisation and effectiveness, and also explains how platforms may be able to support diversity and inclusion efforts.  Hosted by Andrew Stephen, L'Oreal Professor of Marketing at Saïd Business School (Oxford University) and Jane Ostler, Global Head of Media, Insights Division at Kantar.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We know that marketing think they are doing a good job when it comes to gender portrayal... while most consumers actually don't feel they are accurately reflected in advertising. Cindy Gallop, CEO and Founder of MakeLoveNotPorn, argues that the only solution is hiring and promoting more women within the advertising world, and ensuring that women are writing, creating, producing, directing and approving adverts. So what needs to change in the ad industry, and in brand marketing teams? Why is progress so slow? And where does humour, sex and busting taboos fit into the story?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today at Cannes Lions, Jane Ostler spoke to Chris Duffey, Head of AI Innovation and Strategy at Adobe and Anthony Reeves, Chief Creative Officer, Wunderman and WPP ACE, who has also been ECD at Amazon. They discussed the real applications of AI – the truth beyond the hype – and the way it might change the role of creatives and the structure of the agency. The lively debate covers the importance of emotional integrity, the feedback loop, personalization plus reach, and the future for artificial intelligence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BrandZ data shows the biggest brands in the world are now technology brands. Where does that leave brands who make physical products and companies like Unilever? Kantar’s Jane Ostler speaks to Sophie Galvani, Global Brand Vice President for Dove Masterbrand, Unilever, about the way Dove and Unilever connects with consumers, raises confidence and self-esteem in young women, partners with third parties and platforms, uses technology in interesting ways and creates real, innovative brand experiences in retail environments. How do they find a place in a tech-dominated society? Listen now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Jane Ostler speaks to influencer and content creator Dominique Davis (@AllThatIsShe) and Neil Waller, co-founder and CEO of Whalar, the influencer marketing platform, live at Cannes Lions. As young people in particular spend more and more time online, and with news that Instagram is the fastest growing brand in the BrandZ Global Top 100, the power of social media as a channel for reaching consumers is undisputed. But is reach more important than credibility? Can you have both? Why (and when) does influencer marketing work, what does success look like, and how is it likely to evolve in the next few years? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Future Proofing Creativity, recorded live at Cannes Lions in June 2019.   This episode features Hesham Tohamy, head of P&G’s North America Feminine Care business, and Global Leader for the Always brand. At Kantar, we know brands with purpose have a higher brand value. But what does purpose mean, and has that meaning changed in the last few years? Why does a brand need to have a purpose, and how does it manifest in the business? What does this look like for Always and P&G in general? Hesham tells Kantar's Jane Ostler about various initiatives that are improving the lives of girls and women across the world, including destigmatising menstruation, the #likeagirl campaign and the fight to #endperiodpoverty.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can brands move beyond stereotypes? Why does it matter? And what does it look like in a world where 84 men each week are taking their own lives, due to various forms of crisis? James Scroggs, chairman of the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) and master of the side hustle, speaks to Tara and Andrew about the changing notion of masculinity, the role of brands and the power of advertising when it comes to mental health, and why having a vision of the world you want to inhabit – a “north star” – is crucial for both individuals and organisations. Hosted by Andrew Stephen, L’Oreal Professor of Marketing at Saïd Business School (Oxford University) and Tara Prabhakar, Global Director of Qualitative, Insights Division, Kantar.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.