2026 Cannes Lions: Dan Wieden Titanium & Creative Brand Jury Picks
Cannes Lions 2026: Unveiling the Global Jury Line-Up
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has set the stage for its 73rd edition, announcing the esteemed jury line-up for the renowned Dan Wieden Titanium Lions and introducing the inaugural Creative Brand Lions Jury. Scheduled from June 22 to 26, 2026, in Cannes, this year's festival is poised to bring together a diverse group of industry visionaries who are reshaping the landscape of creativity and marketing.
Creative Brand Lions: Celebrating Exceptional Brand Building
One of the highlights of the 2026 Cannes Lions Festival is the debut of the Creative Brand Lion, a distinctive award category that aims to honor brands that are not just creating outstanding marketing campaigns but also fostering systems, cultures, and capabilities to consistently deliver top-tier creative content. At the helm of this jury stands Marcel Marcondes, the Global Chief Marketing Officer at AB InBev, alongside a panel of senior brand and creative leaders from prominent global organizations.
This year, the Creative Brand Lions Jury represents a fusion of Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) and creative heads, collectively reimagining how creativity can catalyze sustainable business growth and success. Spearheaded by marvels like Marcel Marcondes, this jury brings forth a fresh perspective on how brands are evolving to meet the ever-changing demands of the market.
Dan Wieden Titanium Lions: Honoring Game-Changing Innovation
Heading the Dan Wieden Titanium Lions, which recognize revolutionary creativity, is Chaka Sobhani, the Global Chief Creative Officer at TBWA\Worldwide. This distinguished jury comprises industry veterans, including former Cannes Lions Jury Presidents and trailblazers responsible for groundbreaking creative endeavors. Noteworthy is the inclusion of Lebanon on the Titanium Jury for the first time, signifying a more inclusive and diverse representation of creative excellence.
Simon Cook, CEO of LIONS, expressed, “The caliber of this year’s Juries reflects the true architects of modern creativity – leaders who are actively shaping the direction of our industry. The introduction of the Creative Brand Lion, alongside the Dan Wieden Titanium Lions Jury, made up of some of the industry’s most experienced leaders, reflects the future-facing view of creativity – one that’s driven by the cultures and conditions that make world-class work inevitable."
Inaugural Jury Line-Up
Creative Brand Lions Jury 2026- Marcel Marcondes, Global Chief Marketing Officer, AB InBev
- Agathe Bousquet, President, Publicis Groupe, France
- Islam Eldessouky, Global VP Creative, The Coca-Cola Company
- Jean Lin, Global Chief Brand Officer, Dentsu Group Inc.
- Julia Goldin, Chief Product and Marketing Officer, The LEGO Group
- Nunu Ntshingila, Chairperson, Ntinta and Women For Women
- Richard Brim, Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Ace of Hearts, UK
- Rose Herceg, CEO ANZ, WPP
- Sean Summers, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive VP Retail Media, Mercado Libre
- Susan Credle, Global Creative Advisor, Omnicom
- Chaka Sobhani, Global Chief Creative Officer, TBWA\Worldwide
- Andrea Diquez, Global CEO, GUT
- Cindy Gallop, Founder and CEO, MakeLoveNotPorn
- Esi Bracey, Former Chief Growth and Marketing Officer, Unilever
- Gaëtan Du Peloux, Co-President and Chief Creative Officer, Marcel
- Jimmy Smith, Chairman and CEO, Amusement Park Entertainment
- Naoki Tanaka, Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu Lab
- Nayla Tueni, CEO and Editor-in-Chief, Annahar Media Group
- Pancho Cassis, Partner and Global Chief Creative Officer, DAVID
- Tseliso Rangaka, Chief Creative Officer, Accenture Song
The announcement made by Cannes Lions underscores a continued emphasis on redefining creativity to encompass more than just outputs, putting a spotlight on the systems, leadership, and cultural underpinnings that pave the way for impactful and scalable creative endeavors. Stay tuned for the forthcoming reveal of the Luxury Jury line-up, promising further insights into the ever-evolving realm of creativity and innovation.
