WP Studio at Cannes brings together creators, technologists, marketers, and business leaders to explore how trusted storytelling shapes influence in a rapidly evolving media landscape. A dedicated vodcast studio captures live conversations throughout the week.
DATE
Monday, June 22nd – Friday, June 26th
LOCATION
WP Studio at Cannes
29 rue du Commandant André,
Cannes, France
The Washington Post Delegation
Jeff D’Onofrio
Publisher & CEO

Suzi Watford
Chief Strategy Officer

Karl Wells
Chief Revenue Officer
Vineet Khosla
Chief Technology Officer

Adam O'Neal
Opinions Editor

Peter Elkins-Williams
Global Head of Partnerships & Advertising
Zachary Goldfarb
Futures Editor
Sara Goo
President
Washington Post Creator
Dylan Wells
Creator Host
Washington Post Creator
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Schedule
Monday, June 22
The Creator Shift

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Executive Roundtable Lunch
Creator as Authority: Redefining Influence

Senior leaders across marketing, media, and the creator community will explore the future of influence and authority in a creator-led landscape.

Hosted by
Suzi Watford
Chief Strategy Officer
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Dylan Wells
Creator Host, Washington Post Creator

In partnership with Whalar Group
Invitation only

5:30pm - 7:30pm

WP Studio Golden Hour Cocktail Reception‍

An early-evening gathering welcoming the week ahead in Cannes
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Hosted by
Jeff D’Onofrio
Publisher & CEO

In partnership with Omnicom Public Relations
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Tuesday, June 23
Technology, Trust, and the Future of Media

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Executive Roundtable Lunch
Technology, Infrastructure, and the Future of Trusted Media

An exploration of how AI and publishing technology are reshaping newsroom operations, audience experience, and the evolving business of trust.

Hosted by‍
Vineet Khosla
Chief Technology Officer

Suzi Watford
Chief Strategy Officer

Invitation only
Wednesday, June 24
The Power of News

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Executive Roundtable Lunch
The Power of News

A focused conversation on the evolving role of news in driving brand relevance, credibility, and connection in today’s fragmented media landscape.

Hosted by
‍Suzi Watford
Chief Strategy Officer

Karl Wells
Chief Revenue Officer

In partnership with Omnicom Public Relations
Invitation only

10:00pm – 1:00am

WP Studio After Hours Nightcap Reception

Unwind with late-night canapés, handcrafted cocktails, and good company
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Our Space
WP Studio at Cannes
29 rue du Commandant André,
Cannes, France
Interested in meeting with someone from The Washington Post in Cannes?
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