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  1.    Scared to speak up about DEI or sustainability in the current environment? Don’t be: fortune favours the bold

    Scared to speak up about DEI or sustainability in the current environment? Don’t be: fortune favours the bold

    I’ve fumbled two big opportunities to get rich quick. The first was when I wrote a feature for the Guardian about Bitcoin when…

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  2.    Inclusion is the future for brand growth
    Marketing technologyMarketing technologyConsumer insightMarketing technology

    Inclusion is the future for brand growth

    Keen to avoid the gaze of the manufactured outrage machine, marketers have been timid about investing in Diversity, Equity and…

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  3.    Every brand needs a stronger insight function
    Consumer insightData & analytics

    Every brand needs a stronger insight function

    Insights is rapidly evolving, so how has the function changed in the last three years? And what does the future look like? Ioana…

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  4.    Knowledge Spotlight: Inventory or proprietary media

    Knowledge Spotlight: Inventory or proprietary media

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  5.    This month in AI: AI-generated campaigns go viral, GenAI mislabelling, US explores risks of AI use in digital advertising and recent WFA content
    Digital policyMarketing technologyAIMarketing technologyMarketing technology

    This month in AI: AI-generated campaigns go viral, GenAI mislabelling, US explores risks of AI use in digital advertising and recent WFA content

    In today’s rapidly changing digital and technological landscape, keeping pace with the latest trends can be challenging.…

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  6.    In case you missed it… Powerful WFA content from Q2: from AI to DEI, Halo and Positive Marketing
    Digital policyCreativityAI

    In case you missed it… Powerful WFA content from Q2: from AI to DEI, Halo and Positive Marketing

    The WFA team is constantly working with members to share best practice and smart ways for marketing to make a bigger…

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  7.    EU AI Act

    EU AI Act

    WFA has developed a briefing on the EU AI Act, outlining the key provisions and potential implications for advertisers

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  8.    Differentiating skills in the AI era
    CreativityMarketing technologyAIMarketing technologyData-driven marketingMarketing technology

    Differentiating skills in the AI era

    Technology does not win awards. Commercial craftsmanship will continue to make the difference, but marketers do need to adapt to…

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  9.    Knowledge spotlight: Creating persona-driven content
    Creativity

    Knowledge spotlight: Creating persona-driven content

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  10.    Knowledge spotlight: Rooting creativity in culture
    Creativity

    Knowledge spotlight: Rooting creativity in culture

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  11.    Spotlight: Uncovering agency use of generative AI
    Digital policyMarketing technologyAIMarketing technologyMarketing technology

    Spotlight: Uncovering agency use of generative AI

    A deep dive into how media and creative agencies are using generative AI, and what this means for brands.

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  12.    In-House Forum names new chair from Unilever

    In-House Forum names new chair from Unilever

    Shannon Kalkstein, Global Head of U-Studio and UniAdapt at Unilever, has been named as the new chair of the WFA’s In-House…

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  13.    Benchmark: Global and local brand consistency
    Organisation & structure

    Benchmark: Global and local brand consistency

    WFA member benchmark on centralising marketing assets and resources into a singular platform

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  14.    This month in AI: brands highlight AI gains, Meta and Adobe back track on policy changes, AI ad fraud and TikTok avatars
    Digital policyMarketing technologyAIMarketing technologyMarketing technology

    This month in AI: brands highlight AI gains, Meta and Adobe back track on policy changes, AI ad fraud and TikTok avatars

    In today’s rapidly changing digital and technological landscape, keeping pace with the latest trends can be challenging.…

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  15.    Knowledge spotlight: Creative mindset 101
    CreativityBrand purpose

    Knowledge spotlight: Creative mindset 101

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  16.    Spotlight: A Mid-Year Agency Roundup - Beyond the Surface
    Agency remuneration & contracts

    Spotlight: A Mid-Year Agency Roundup - Beyond the Surface

    In a vast expanse of information about the agency world and the brands they serve, what focal points merit our attention in the…

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  17.    Insight Forum Overview (June 2024)

    Insight Forum Overview (June 2024)

    Overview of the Insight Forum held remotely, 27th June 2024

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  18.    Knowledge Spotlight: Content production 101
    Agency evaluation & performanceMarketing operations

    Knowledge Spotlight: Content production 101

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  19.    Knowledge Spotlight: Agency Performance Measurement
    Agency evaluation & performanceMarketing operationsMarketing procurement

    Knowledge Spotlight: Agency Performance Measurement

    This live session is part of WFA’s practical webinar series, Knowledge Spotlights. In partnership with handpicked experts,…

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  20.    Does Asia Pacific need Lions or Merlions?
    CreativityBrand reputation

    Does Asia Pacific need Lions or Merlions?

    WFA’s Asia Advisory Board marked the Cannes Lions Festival in Singapore with #NotInCannes, attended by more than 50 senior…

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  21.    Responsible AI principles
    AI (Artificial Intelligence)AI

    Responsible AI principles

    An overview of the most commonly adopted responsible AI principles guiding brands’ use of generative AI

     

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