WIN Lounge Cannes 2025: Where Global Voices, Purpose & Creativity Collide

A Powerhouse Gathering on the Shores of Cannes

On June 18, 2025, the iconic Hotel Martinez transformed into a buzzing epicentre of innovation and inspiration as the Women Inspiring Network (WIN) hosted its signature #WINLounge during Cannes Lions. Bringing together 50+ dynamic speakers from 20+ nations and over 50 global organizations, this all-day affair proved that when creative minds unite with purpose, extraordinary things happen.

From Spotify Beach interviews to poolside conversations and fireside chats, the day was a masterclass in diverse leadership and cultural storytelling. The event showcased the same level of sophistication and elegance that defines the best luxury escapes in the world.

Star-Studded Lineup & Big Conversations

50+ Speakers | 20+ Countries | One Bold Vision

Industry heavyweights like:

• Bridget Evans (Global Head of Business Marketing, Spotify)
• Resh Sidhu (Global Director, Snap AR Marketing, Snapchat)
• Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois (Global GM, M·A·C Cosmetics)
• Caspar Lee (Co-founder, Influencer)
• Alexandrine Pelat (Director of Communications, Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris)

...and many more, came together to decode the evolving intersections of tech, marketing, inclusivity, and impact.

Featured Conversations & Signature Panels

Key Highlights Included:

• The 21st-Century Blueprint for Purpose-Driven Brands
• Culture is Capital — How creativity and blockchain are shaping economies
• The Creative Futurist — Redefining leadership in a volatile world
• Disrupting the Default — The case for radical inclusivity
• The Connection Code — Why emotions still rule marketing
• Metamorphosis of Marketing — AI, data, and new age narratives

Spotlight on African Creators at Spotify Beach

WIN Voices turned the spotlight on Africa's rising stars:

• Kim Jayde, TV host & fashion entrepreneur
• Kojo Marfo, Founder, My Runway Group
• Meji Alabi, director for Beyoncé, Burna Boy, and Wizkid

Workshops with a Purpose

WIN's experiential sessions helped creatives and changemakers sharpen their inner compass:

• The Life Brief by Bonnie Wan – a framework to align life and leadership
• Leading Beyond Imposter Syndrome by Susan Walbrook & Ozlem Tuskan, co-founders of Trust Your Creative

WIN's Fireside with Caspar Lee

Looking Ahead: WIN Expands to New York, Davos & Beyond

WIN Founder Stuti Jalan summed up Cannes in three words: "Raw. Electric. Unforgettable."

Next up: New York Climate Week, Davos, and a continued journey across global stages. The global expansion reflects the same international appeal we see in luxury's French connection.

WIN: A Movement, Not Just a Network

Since its inception during the pandemic, WIN has:

• Hosted 200+ panel discussions
• Reached 50 million digitally
• Partnered with Gates Foundation, Clinton Global Initiative, Tower Capital, Galien Foundation, and more
• Led campaigns on youth empowerment, breast cancer awareness, and women's mentorship

Visit: www.womeninspiringnetwork.com