Past Event

Cannes Lions

June 23rd

The Impact Lounge is headed back to Cannes for our first-ever full day of programming at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

Join us for a day of conversations, networking, and connection with some of the most influential voices across media, entertainment, technology, sports, and marketing. Throughout the day, we’ll explore the future of storytelling, the rise of the creator economy, AI and social impact, sports creators and community-building, entertainment partnerships, audience engagement, and how brands are creating culture in an increasingly fragmented media landscape.

Cannes Lions Feature

We’re excited to be teaming up with The Whalar Group, What’s Trending, LivingLab.AI, WPP, and The Ankler. 

Featured speakers include leaders from FOX Entertainment, Peacock, Netflix, SharkNinja, MediaPlacement, Sixteenth, Bravo and more, alongside creators, marketers, executives, and cultural tastemakers helping shape what’s next.

The day will conclude with an evening reception in partnership with The Ankler, featuring special remarks from Janice Min, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of The Ankler.

All of this takes place at the beautiful La Muse Restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean.

The Impact Lounge has arrived in Cannes – and we want you in the room.

This event is free and open to all – no festival badges required

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June 23rd
11:30 AM
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3:00 PM
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Date

June 23rd

June 23rd
11:30 AM

From Athlete Culture to Creator Culture: The New Playbook

Sports creator Stephania Ergemlidze joins Sixteenth’s Alexis Ramos to discuss personal storytelling, community building, and how creator culture is reshaping the way fans experience sports.

Topics

June 23rd
1:15 PM

Empowering Change: How Creators & Agencies Are Using AI for Social Impact

Creators, agencies, and digital storytellers explore how AI is being used to amplify social impact, engage audiences, and drive meaningful change on issues that matter most.

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June 23rd
2:00 PM

FOX: Franchises, Fandoms and the New Entertainment Economy

FOX leaders Rob Wade and Billy Parks discuss how creators, fandoms, and digital platforms are reshaping entertainment, talent discovery, and the future growth of franchises and intellectual property.

Topics

June 23rd
3:00 PM

How to Activate a Fan Base

Bravo’s Frances Berwick and Summer House star Lindsay Hubbard discuss building loyal fan communities, creating cultural moments, and keeping audiences engaged through authentic storytelling and personal brands.

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June 23rd
4:15 PM

Brands’ Next Stage: The Playbook for Entertainment Partnerships

Leaders from Netflix, SharkNinja, and MediaPlacement explore how brands and entertainment companies are moving beyond product placement to create deeper partnerships across film, streaming, and live experiences.

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