The conversations, connections, and ideas from this year's #HavasCafe will stay with us long after Cannes. Thank you to our guests, clients, partners and teams who helped make it such a special week. Here's a look back at some of the moments that defined this year's edition. Explore more Cannes content: https://lnkd.in/ejYS5PRv #HavasCannes #CannesLions2026
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Founded in 1835 in Paris, Havas is one of the world’s largest global communications groups, with nearly 23,000 people in over 100 countries. With the ambition to help brands unlock Growth, Powered by Desire, Havas brings together creativity, media, technology and production capabilities to build strong, desirable brands that people genuinely want to engage with. Its integrated model is supported by Converged.AI, the Group’s operating system that unifies data, technology and AI to deliver optimized, scalable marketing solutions across the full customer journey. AI-driven, fueled by human ingenuity, and grounded in the belief that desire drives both brand performance and business outcomes, Havas teams collaborate within Havas Villages worldwide to cultivate reputation, relevance and long‑term preference for clients. Havas is equally committed to its people, fostering inclusive, responsible and inspiring workplaces where talent can thrive, because desire also starts from within.
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We are pleased to announce the acquisition of MUT Agency, a Barcelona-based leader in impact-driven experiential marketing and sustainable events. This strategic addition supports our continued growth in Spain, a key market for the Group, and expands our ability to help clients build stronger connections with audiences through engaging brand activations and live experiences. MUT will be integrated into Havas España, further strengthening the Group's expertise in experiential marketing, event production and sustainable event solutions. “I am delighted to welcome Nacho Gómez and the entire MUT team to the Havas family. Their strong expertise in experiential marketing and live events perfectly aligns with our ambition to continue strengthening and expanding our capabilities in high-growth areas. By joining forces, we are enhancing our experiential marketing offering in Spain and enabling our clients to build desirable brands through powerful content and experiences that foster deeper connections with people." Yannick Bolloré, Chairman and CEO of Havas. Read more here > https://lnkd.in/e4ysS8hu
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42,195 kilomètres parcourus au cœur de Paris. Des dizaines de milliers de coureurs, et toute une ville venue faire la fête pour célébrer ses héros. On y travaille depuis des mois. Aujourd'hui, c'est officiel. CADENCE - le groupement réunissant Havas, KENEO et OSE - Outdoor Sports Experiences - organisera le Marathon de Paris et le Semi-Marathon de Paris de 2027 à 2030. Pour nous, c'est aussi la responsabilité de faire vivre deux rendez-vous parmi les plus mythiques du running mondial, et de les faire grandir : plus populaires, plus responsables et solidaires, plus proches de ceux qui les courent et de ceux venus les encourager. On a hâte de vous révéler ce qu'on prépare. Rendez-vous à la rentrée. 🏃♀️🏃♂️ 🤝 Havas Events Paris Havas Worldwide Paris Havas Play 🇫🇷
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In an AI-driven landscape where visibility can increasingly be optimized, the real differentiator is what makes people choose a brand and keep coming back to it. Building on recent conversations at Cannes Lions and insights from our latest global report, The Science of Desire, Havas leaders Mark Sinnock and Joanna Lawrence joined marketers from across industries in sharing their perspectives with ADWEEK on why desire is becoming a powerful competitive advantage, and how brands can foster deeper, more enduring connections that drive growth. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eMkn3_Kh and discover our report:
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Last Friday, France was recognized at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, receiving the the Creative Country of the Year award. Havas teams were present at the Palais des Festivals together with the AACC - association des agences conseil et création, Le Club des D.A., International Advertising Association - France, and Publicis France, contributing to this collective moment. This recognition reflects more than just a moment. It speaks to the enduring role France plays in shaping how creativity is conceived and expressed globally. From agencies that continue to set the standard in craft and storytelling, to global networks built on French roots, and iconic brands that carry a distinct cultural voice into international markets. We are proud to be part of this momentum, alongside the talent and work that keep pushing our industry forward.
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Congratulations to our #Havas winner today! Shout out to Uncommon Creative Studio New York #Film #HavasProud #HavasCannes #CannesLions2026
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Last day at the #HavasCafe! The Palais des Festivals honored France by reimagining its iconic steps in the colors of the French flag, celebrating the country as Creative Country of the Year. Guests returned for one last visit to our Vurvey Labs corner before the café officially closed its doors, marking the end of the 2026 Havas Café experience. Thank you to everyone who stopped by this week and shared these moments with us!
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Social isn’t just media anymore, it’s culture. Hear post-panel reactions from Steven Bertoni (Forbes), Pierre Allary (Paris Creator Week), and ludovic chevallier (Havas Worldwide Paris) on how platforms are shaping how people connect, learn, and belong, and what the rise of creators means for brands navigating this new cultural landscape.
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Live sports continue to capture attention at scale, but for pharma marketers, the opportunity goes beyond reach. In this conversation, Lisa Kopp Johnson, Chief Revenue Officer at DeepIntent, joins Holly Dunn McManus Dunn, Managing Partner, Performance at Havas Media Network, to discuss how healthcare brands can leverage live sports moments to deliver more relevant, measurable, and privacy-safe advertising that drives meaningful patient outcomes. Watch the full discussion to learn how data-driven strategies are helping pharma marketers connect with audiences in more impactful ways. #HavasMediaNetwork #DeepIntent #PharmaMarketing #LiveSports #ConnectedTV #DataDrivenMarketing #CannesLions2026
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Wrapping up the series with one last question from the streets with Michael Boamah, from BETC. Today, strength doesn’t look the way it used to. So… did you know that 87% of people think men who go to therapy actually become stronger?