Cannes Lions 2026

Wurl Advertising at Cannes

June 22 – 26, 2026

Cabana Row (Cabana #16)
1 Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes

Join us in Cannes

As the biggest screen in the home, streaming TV is full of creative storytelling potential – but without the right context and visibility, even great ads can miss the mark. Wurl Advertising is helping to change that.

We bring clarity to streaming – giving advertisers a better understanding of where their ads run and more control over performance. By matching creative to the moment using real-time insights and scene-level contextual targeting, we deliver more relevant ad experiences, stronger engagement, and better performance at scale.

This June, we’re bringing that story to life at Cannes Lions. Let’s connect.

Not registered to attend Cannes Lions 2026? No worries – you’ll still be able to meet with our team and access our cabana along the Croisette.

A calendar invite will be shared once your registration is approved. Please note capacity is limited and you might be waitlisted.

If you need to cancel, please let us know at events@wurl.com so we can fill your spot from our waitlist.

Fill out the form to RSVP

What to expect
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Food & drink

Complimentary breakfasts centered around wellness and balance before each day’s events begin.

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Thought leadership

Curated roundtables designed for open conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing our industry.

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Social hours

Casual gatherings to bring together streaming, media, and adtech leaders for relaxed conversation and fun.

In Wurl Advertising’s cabana: A full week of moments worth seeing

From live discussions and onsite interviews to cocktails and curated experiences, get an unfiltered view into the ideas shaping the future of streaming TV.

Monday, June 22

12pm - 2pm

Roundtable & Networking Lunch – The 2026 Roadmap for Ad-supported Streaming in Europe

Join us for an insightful roundtable conversation where we’ll examine the key trends and shifts shaping Europe’s ad-supported streaming market. Potential discussion topics include: the rise of live events and sports on streaming, the growing role of creator-led content on CTV, and the strategies helping publishers, platforms, and advertisers unlock greater engagement and revenue.

 

Immediately following the roundtable, we’ll offer a catered lunch – providing an opportunity to continue the conversation, connect with peers, and exchange ideas with leaders across Europe’s streaming TV ecosystem.

Hosted by
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Keith Bedford
General Manager, EMEA, Wurl

4pm - 6pm

Networking Event – A Moment for Us: Adtech Marketing & Comms Social

An evening for the people behind the scenes – join fellow adtech marketing, communications, and events leaders for a chance to connect, unwind, and take a moment to celebrate the work that brings the industry to life.

 

Hosted by
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Germaine Montagne
VP Marketing, Wurl
Tuesday, June 23

8am - 10am

The Cannes Recovery Breakfast & Wellness Bar

Ease into the day with a curated morning experience focused on recovery and renewal. Enjoy breakfast and take advantage of wellness treatments to help you feel refreshed, recharged, and ready for the day ahead.

 

Got a great story to tell? We’ll be filming casual, social media-style videos at this event for those who want to participate – share your take on the latest CTV or advertising trends, your best Cannes moments, or behind-the-scenes stories from the week. It’s a relaxed, low-pressure way to get your voice out there and be part of the conversation shaping the future of streaming TV.

12pm - 2pm

Roundtable & Networking Lunch – CTV Moments at Scale: New Insights and Opportunities for Unlocking Brand Alignment

Streaming TV is entering its next phase of growth as advertisers aim to reach engaged audiences at scale. As investment accelerates, the focus is shifting toward how to fully realize the channel’s potential through better data, smarter targeting, and more seamless activation across the ecosystem. At the same time, advertisers are looking for more precise, context-aware ways to connect with viewers – moving beyond broad targeting to strategies that drive both performance and meaningful engagement.

 

In this roundtable, hosted by AdExchanger, we’ll share an exclusive first look at new research uncovering how the industry at large is thinking about the next phase of CTV. Join us as we unpack what’s holding the medium back today, what buyers are asking for next, and how more advanced, contextual approaches are emerging to help the industry finally deliver on both performance and scale.

Moderated by
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Allison Schiff
Managing Editor, AdExchanger

4pm - 6pm

Networking Event – First Pour, Reimagined: A Streaming TV Leadership Social

Before the night’s festivities get underway, join Wurl for an exclusive gathering of streaming TV leaders. This invite-only event brings together senior voices from across the industry for an elevated take on happy hour. Featuring a curated selection of non-alcoholic beers, wines, and cocktails – alongside traditional options – this gathering is designed for clear thinking, meaningful conversation, and real connection.

Hosted by
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Dave Bernath
CEO, Wurl
Wednesday, June 24

8am - 10am

The Cannes Recovery Breakfast & Wellness Bar

Ease into the day with a curated morning experience focused on recovery and renewal. Enjoy breakfast and take advantage of wellness treatments to help you feel refreshed, recharged, and ready for the day ahead.

 

Got a great story to tell? We’ll be filming casual, social media-style videos at this event for those who want to participate – share your take on the latest CTV or advertising trends, your best Cannes moments, or behind-the-scenes stories from the week. It’s a relaxed, low-pressure way to get your voice out there and be part of the conversation shaping the future of streaming TV.

 
 

12pm - 2pm

Roundtable & Networking Lunch – The Intersection of Quality & Contextual in CTV

As streaming TV continues to mature, advertisers are increasingly looking beyond scale alone – placing greater emphasis on the quality of the viewing environment and the context surrounding their ads. Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion – moderated by Jon Watts, Managing Director at CIMM, with special guests Erez Levin, Principal at Emet Advisory and Karen Nelson-Field, PhD, Founder of Amplified Intelligence – exploring how quality and contextual signals are converging in CTV. Together, we’ll examine how advertisers, publishers, and platforms can create more meaningful ad experiences while driving stronger performance outcomes across streaming.

 

Moderated by
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Jon Watts
Managing Director, CIMM

4pm - 6pm

Networking Event – Women in AdTech & Media Social

Back by popular demand! Unwind from the hustle and bustle of Cannes to connect with the women driving innovation across streaming, media, and advertising. This intimate gathering brings together leaders from across the ecosystem for fun conversation, fresh perspectives, and new connections. Enjoy drinks, relaxed networking, low-pressure video interview opportunities, and a chance to get glam before the evening’s events at our beauty bar.

Hosted by
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Ria Madrid
VP of Advertising, Wurl
Thursday, June 25

8am - 10am

The Cannes Recovery Breakfast & Wellness Bar

Ease into the day with a curated morning experience focused on recovery and renewal. Enjoy breakfast and take advantage of wellness treatments to help you feel refreshed, recharged, and ready for the day ahead.

 

Got a great story to tell? We’ll be filming casual, social media-style videos at this event for those who want to participate – share your take on the latest CTV or advertising trends, your best Cannes moments, or behind-the-scenes stories from the week. It’s a relaxed, low-pressure way to get your voice out there and be part of the conversation shaping the future of streaming TV.

 
 

Meet with us

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Dave Bernath

CEO

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Keith Bedford

General Manager, EMEA

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Ria Madrid

VP, Advertising Partnerships

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Ryan McNiff

Director, Business Development & Ad Partnerships

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Ben Mison

Director, Business Development

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Molly Bracken

Head of Client Success, Ad Partnerships

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Germaine Montagne

VP of Marketing

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Tori Owens-Ferreria

Principal Manager, Global Communications

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About Wurl
Wurl is a leader in the streaming TV industry, helping connect viewers to the content they want to see with technologies for distribution, monetization, and advertising. The company supports publishers, streamers, and advertisers in growing viewership, maximizing revenue, and strengthening brand value. Wurl, LLC is owned by AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ: APP). For more information, visit www.wurl.com.