Cannes in Cairns 2024 | The Misfits Media Company | 3 June 2024 | Cairns Convention Centre, Sheridan St &, Wharf St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

In two short years, the event has gained the reputation as the pre-eminent industry event in the land. And it’s back, bigger and better for 2024. If you’ve not attended this far, we’re sure you’ve heard of someone who has and we’re more than happy to stand by their platitudes.

As the name suggests, the event comes from the lush tropics of far north Queensland and is the ultimate creative retreat for all advertising gurus and media mavens out there. We’re the biggest and brightest gathering of visionary thinkers in the land, and we’re proud to be presented by the ultimate source of inspiration.

So, strap yourselves in for an electrifying journey into the future of advertising, marketing, media, and PR. Our expert speakers will explore these industries from every angle, including business, technology, creativity, and diversity and inclusion, giving you an in-depth and diverse understanding of what’s new and what’s next. But it’s not all work and no play at here. We’re all about striking the perfect balance between corporate rendezvous and tropical escape. You’ll have the chance to soak up the sun, surf, and sand while also getting up close and personal with some of the biggest names in adland. With a star-studded line-up of speakers, there will be no shortage of inspiration, innovation, and entertainment at this event. So, what are you waiting for? Get your sunscreen, your creative juices, and your sense of adventure ready because Cannes in Cairns, presented by Pinterest, is going to be bigger and better than ever!

• 100+ Speakers
• 1,225+ Attendees
• 10+ Networking Events

Who’s in The Audience?
• The event brings together the most innovative and daring minds from Australia and overseas in the fields of advertising, media, marketing, communications, tech, and all the creative fields in between.

• From CCOs to CTOs, social media gurus to PR guns – if you’re a thought leader with a passion for staying ahead of the industry curb, we want you to join us.

What Will Be the Hot Topics for 2024?
• Our exclusive insights come straight from the horse’s mouth – industry leaders who have carved their names in the advertising hall of fame. You’ll have the chance to hear from award-winning journalists, international industry pioneers, authors, public figures, influencers, entrepreneurs, musicians and artists. We’ve got it all.
We’re committed to providing a comprehensive and inclusive examination of the media and advertising industries. So, we’ll be exploring these industries from various angles and through diverse perspectives, including those of First Nations, LGBTQIA+, and differently abled individuals.

We’ll be diving into everything from the latest marketing trends and tech innovations to the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in today’s world. Plus, we’ll be discussing the creative process and how to foster a more inclusive industry for all.

2024 Speakers

Fernando Machado
Global Chief Marketing Officer, NotCo

Gina Chick
Adventurer, Writer, and Rewilding Facilitator

Jane Caro AM
Speaker, Writer, Novelist, Walkley Winner, Author

Gabriel Gasparinatos
Filmmaker

Dee Madigan
Executive Creative Director, Campaign Edge

Douglas Smith
Indigenous Affairs Reporter

Laura Henshaw
CEO & Co-founder, Kic

Steph Claire Smith
CCO & Co-founder, Kic

Jopa Malantic
Global Brand Director, Pond's

Ray Edwards
Director / Cinematographer

Anubha Sahasrabuddhe
CGO at Lion

Ally Doube
Head of Marketing Japan, Uber Eats & Uber

Rob Galluzzo
CEO, Finch

Vandita Pandey
Chief Marketing Officer ANZ, Snacks & Beverages PepsiCo

Melinda Petrunoff
Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, Pinterest

Rose Herceg
President, WPP

Adam Ferrier
Founder / Chief Thinker, Thinkerbell

Robbie Bramall
Director of Marketing and Communications, Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)

Andrew Tindall
Global Creative and Media Partnerships Director, System1

Lou Barrett
Managing Director of News Corp Australia’s National Sales

Ant Morell
Co-Founder and Managing Director, BOUNCE

Beth Hart
Chief Content Officer, ITV Studios

Brian Gallagher
Independent Chairman, Boomtown

Cam Blackley
Creative Leader

Chloe Hooper
Founder of Bare Feat

Chris Allan
Head of Core Beer Marketing, Lion

Chris Taylor
Imposter in Chief

David Dahan
Founder & Managing Director, WPP@Unilever

Dr Jacki Montgomery
Lecturer and International Academic Lead, Western Sydney University

Ed Stening
Chief Marketing Officer

Eric Thomson
Global Marketing Director / CMO, Pernod Ricard Winemakers

Fiona Bateman
Head Of Brand and Media, Menulog

Gemma Jones
Editor of The Advertiser, News Corp Australia

Jane Waterhouse
Managing Director, Slingshot Media

Joseph Maxwell
Head of Unscripted, SBS

Josh Faulks
CEO, Australian Association of National Advertisers

Jules Lund
Founder of TRIBE Creator Solutions

Katherine-Therese Williams
Standup Comedian and Former Media Agency Exec

Keeva Stratton
Brand Strategist & Founder, Quip

Kim Portrate
CEO, ThinkTV

Kylie Ridler–Dutton
Senior Global Consultant, TrinityP3

Marion Farrelly
Ex TV Producer Now Keynote Speaker

Matt Batten
Executive Creative Director, Five by Five Global

Michael Apte
Chief Marketing Officer, Guide Dogs NSW

Michelle Klein
Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, IAG

Peter Hammer
Managing Director, Marketing Scientist Group

Pip Bingemann
Co-Founder, Springboards.ai

Sunita Gloster AM
Non-Executive Director and Advisor

Virginia Hyland
CEO, Havas Media Network Australia

Wade Kingsley
The Creative Coach, The Ideas Business

Yash Murthy
Head of Creative & Consulting, VaynerMedia

Zoë Phillips
Head of Brand, Montu

2024 Partners

PRESENTED BY:
• Pinterest

PLATINUM PARTNERS:
• News Corp
• Samsung Ads

GOLD PARTNERS:
• ESPN Advertising
• LiSTNR

SILVER PARTNERS:
• Boomtown
• Microsoft Advertising
• Quantcast
• Seven Network
• Stack Adapt

BRONZE PARTNERS:
• Alliance Outdoor Media Group
• Dentsu
• Nexxen
• PubMatic
• Taboola
• Teads
• Triple Lift
• Uber
• Vistar Media

INDUSTRY PARTNER:
• AANA
• Australian Marketing Institute
• iab.Australia
• IMAA
• MFA
• NGEN
• UnLtd:

SUPPORTING PARTNER:
• All Occasion Cruises
• Bishopp
• Convenience Advertising
• Komo Technologies
• Mood
• Paradise Outdoor Advertising
• Ouick Clips
• Reef Unlimited
• Stream Outdoor
• The Misfits
• Tourism Tropical North Queensland
• Tropics Studio