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FT Live at

CANNES LIONS

22–25 June 2026

Championing creativity through connections

#FTCannesLions #NikkeiFTTeahouse

Thank you for an unforgettable week at the Nikkei Financial Times Teahouse

Over the course of the week, the Financial Times and Nikkei welcomed global brand leaders, innovators and influential voices to explore the ideas, innovations and cultural shifts shaping the future of business, media and creativity.

From AI and the creator economy to entertainment, media and evolving consumer expectations, each session was chaired by senior FT journalists and editorial leaders, delivering informed perspectives, thought-provoking discussion and meaningful insights throughout the festival.

Set against the backdrop of Cannes Lions, the Nikkei FT Teahouse provided a space away from the noise of the festival for thoughtful conversation, valuable connections and fresh ideas, grounded in the shared editorial values of Nikkei and the Financial Times.

Thank you to all of our speakers, partners and guests who made it such a memorable week. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cannes in 2027.

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In this edition of FT Expert Corner, Financial Times Chief Communications and Marketing Officer Finola McDonnell speaks with Simon Cook, CEO of LIONS, about why creativity is increasingly becoming a boardroom priority rather than simply a marketing function. As organisations face growing pressure to differentiate in crowded, AI-driven markets, marketing leaders are being challenged to demonstrate how creative investment contributes to revenue growth, customer engagement and long-term business value.

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