Cannes Lions 2026: Jury Presidents with independent agencies represented for the first time
The Cannes Lions have announced the jury presidents for 2026. This high-profile group of global leaders will convene in Cannes in June to define creative excellence. For the first time, representatives from independent agencies such as Artplan, Rethink, M+C Saatchi, and Mother are also included.
Cannes Lions has announced the Jury Presidents for 2026. In June, the jury members will gather in Cannes to decide on creative excellence and make history. This year's line-up recognizes the pivotal role that independent agencies play in pushing creative boundaries - with Jury Presidents from Artplan, Rethink, M+C Saatchi and Mother represented for the first time.
A special novelty is the appointment of Marcel Marcondes, Chief Marketing Officer at AB InBev, as the first Jury President for the Creative Brand Lion. This award recognizes systems, cultures and skills that enable first-class creativity.
The organizers offer interested parties expert tips and resources for preparing award submissions. Tickets for Cannes Lions 2026 are already available to be there live when history is made.
