James Murdoch Joins Sir Martin Sorrell On Stage at Cannes
(LifePR) - The organisers of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity are delighted to confirm that James Murdoch, Chairman and Chief Executive, Europe and Asia, News Corporation, will be joining Sir Martin Sorrell, Chief Executive of WPP, in conversation at the 58th Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity on 24 June 2011.
James Murdoch is expected to address innovation in digital television platforms, transformation of the journalism business, new opportunities for creativity and storytelling, and the pursuit of growth in underserved markets around the world.
Terry Savage, Chairman of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, commented: "We are delighted to have secured two such passionate champions of innovation for this year's Festival. James Murdoch and Sir Martin Sorrell have both, in their own ways, dared to challenge convention, reshaping the industry and developing businesses that are large employers of creative talent. With their support, Cannes Lions 2011 looks forward to contributing to the global debate on creativity in today's digital era."
James Murdoch was appointed Chairman and Chief Executive, Europe and Asia, News Corporation in 2007, with responsibility for the strategic and operational development of News Corporation's television, newspaper and related digital assets in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. James Murdoch is also Chairman of the UK pay TV operator BSkyB where he served as Chief Executive from 2003 to 2007. He was previously Chairman and CEO of STAR, News Corporation's Asian broadcast operations. James Murdoch serves as a Non-Executive Director of GlaxoSmithKline plc and Sotheby's. He is also a member of The Leadership Council of The Climate Group and under his leadership BSkyB became the world's first carbon neutral media company.
58th Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, 19-25 June 2011, Cannes, France The International Festival of Creativity, also known as Cannes Lions, is the world's leading celebration of creativity in communications. As the most prestigious international annual advertising and communications awards, over 24,000 entries from all over the world are showcased and judged at the Festival. Winning companies receive the highly coveted Lion trophy honouring the most creative film, print, outdoor, interactive, radio, design, sales promotion & activation, film craft and integrated advertising, as well as the best media, direct marketing, PR, titanium and creative effectiveness ideas. The Festival is also the only truly global meeting place for advertisers, advertising and communication professionals. Over 8,000 delegates from 95 countries attend seven days of exhibitions, screenings, as well as over 50 high-profile seminars, 20 workshops and master classes presented by renowned worldwide industry leaders. As the networking and learning opportunity of the year, Cannes Lions is the must-attend event for anyone involved in brand communication.
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58th Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, 19-25 June 2011, Cannes, France The International Festival of Creativity, also known as Cannes Lions, is the world's leading celebration of creativity in communications. As the most prestigious international annual advertising and communications awards, over 24,000 entries from all over the world are showcased and judged at the Festival. Winning companies receive the highly coveted Lion trophy honouring the most creative film, print, outdoor, interactive, radio, design, sales promotion & activation, film craft and integrated advertising, as well as the best media, direct marketing, PR, titanium and creative effectiveness ideas. The Festival is also the only truly global meeting place for advertisers, advertising and communication professionals. Over 8,000 delegates from 95 countries attend seven days of exhibitions, screenings, as well as over 50 high-profile seminars, 20 workshops and master classes presented by renowned worldwide industry leaders. As the networking and learning opportunity of the year, Cannes Lions is the must-attend event for anyone involved in brand communication.
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