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Fresh insights and perspectives

Our daily coverage will be headed by Katherine Scarrow, General Manager, Globe Content Studio, and will include fresh insights and perspectives of what’s happening at Cannes Lions for the Canadian community plus highlights of notable creativity from around the world.

On the ground in Cannes

Representing The Globe again this year, is Karen Howe, President of The Township Group and a Cannes Lions Advisory Board Member. As a former Cannes Lions Judge and an authority on the hottest trends in creativity, Karen will fully immerse herself in the live programming and networking events and will also be contributing her perspective to our daily festival coverage.

Also in Cannes representing The Globe will be Sonia Carreno, President of IAB Canada and a Cannes Lions Advisory Board Member, who’s unique perspective on the festival’s innovation and digital influence will be invaluable for the creative community here at home.

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The Globe and Mail is the official Canadian representative of Cannes Lions — the world’s most prestigious and coveted advertising and marketing awards. Cannes Lions celebrates creativity through spotlighting best-in-class work from over 100 countries around the world.

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