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Cision Canada
14 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
DDB Worldwide Named Cannes Lions 2025 Network of the Year for the Second Time in Two Years
Omnicom Network Achieves Record Number of Wins in 76-Year History Under Recently Appointed Global Leadership CANNES, France, June 20, 2025 /CNW/ -- DDB Worldwide, part of Omnicom, has once again claimed the prestigious title of Network of the Year at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This marks the second time the network has secured the honor, following its historic first win in 2023. In a record-breaking year, DDB surpassed its 2023 award tally with a total of 112 Lions, further cementing its place at the forefront of the global creative industry. DDB's continued rise comes just one year into the leadership of Global CEO Alex Lubar and President & Global Chief Creative Officer, Chaka Sobhani. Since taking the reins, the duo has steered the network into a new era; one defined by tighter integration, emotionally-led creativity, and a sharpened focus on work that delivers both cultural impact and real business results. Chaka Sobhani commented: "I literally don't have the words. This means the absolute world to us. I couldn't be prouder of our DDB network and the passion, commitment, and love that has gone behind us getting here. A huge thank you also to our amazing clients for their trust and partnership - we wouldn't be here without you and I hope we've made you proud. Hopefully, this is the start of much more to come from DDB - and on a personal note, I can only say it's been the most incredible first year!" "2023 was a landmark year for DDB, but we saw it as the beginning," said Alex Lubar. "The momentum you're seeing now is the result of a global network aligned around a simple belief: creativity is the most powerful force in business. I'm incredibly proud of our exceptional teams and client partners on this collective effort." 2025 Cannes Lions highlights: Regional Network of the Year - Latin America Regional Network of the Year - Pacific Classic Track Agency of the Year - Africa Creative DDB Good Track Agency of the Year - Africa Creative DDB Experience Track Agency of the Year - DM9 Africa Creative DDB is the 1st ranked agency in Brazil, 2nd in Agency of the Year The first time DDB won four Grands Prix across different brands since 2016, including: Audio & Radio: "One Second Ads" (Budweiser, Africa Creative DDB) Music: "Tracking Bad Bunny" (Rimas Entertainment, DDB Latina Puerto Rico) Creative Data: "Efficient Way to Pay" (Consul, DM9) Sustainable Development Goals: "The Amazon Greenventory" (Natura, Africa Creative DDB) 20 total Gold Lions 37 total Silver Lions 51 total Bronze Lions 320 total shortlists First Gold Cannes Lion in Finland for Nordea, Parental Leave Mortgage First Grand Prix for DDB Latina Puerto Rico, and Puerto Rico's second in history First Gold for DDB Warsaw for McDonald's Winter Takes on Color in Brand Experience & Activation Most Lions and Grands Prix won by DDB Latina ever, with 78 trophies vs their previous record of 44 Most awarded network in Brand Experience & Activation with 20 trophies Most awards on behalf of McDonald's than any other agency network This creative surge has been powered by the DDB Global Creative Council, Bullseye, which is led by Global Chief Creative Operations Officer, Susie Walker, and continues to push boundaries across regions. This year, the program has been expanded to include rising creative talent, who have actively shaped DDB's award-winning creative work. DDB's rise has also been fueled by the growing influence of some of its most dynamic agencies, including DDB Paris, Africa Creative DDB, alma, DM9, and NORD DDB, whose bold, culturally resonant work continues to redefine the standard of global creative excellence. As creativity becomes an increasingly vital business differentiator, DDB's Cannes success proves its belief that emotional storytelling not only moves people, it moves markets. This year's winning campaigns have not only earned accolades but delivered measurable growth for clients across categories. ABOUT DDB WORLDWIDE DDB ( is The Emotional Advantage Agency. We believe when people feel, they act—and when they act, brands grow. That's the emotional advantage. We use it to deliver intimacy at scale, unlock brand growth, and craft ideas that move people, business, and culture forward. As one of the world's leading advertising and marketing networks, DDB blends creative excellence with strategic effectiveness to drive measurable results. With 140 offices in 60+ countries, we partner with iconic brands like MARS, McDonald's, Molson Coors, Volkswagen, Amazon, Unilever, JetBlue, Adidas, PlayStation, and the U.S. Army. Our impact is proven: we were named the #1 Most Awarded Agency Network in the 2024 Effie Global Best of the Best, Global Network of the Year by Cannes Lions (2023 and 2025), and D&AD Network of the Year for three consecutive years (2021–2023). We've also ranked as a Top 3 Global Network on WARC for 13 of the last 16 years. Founded in 1949, DDB is part of Omnicom (NYSE: OMC).
Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
F1's CEO says the job comes with 'no holiday.' He explains how he stays calm under pressure.
You wouldn't guess the pressure Stefano Domenicali is under by looking at him. At a press roundtable in New York City on Monday, Formula 1's CEO appeared relaxed in a zipped-up sweatshirt. Fresh off a flight from Montreal and with the premiere of "F1: The Movie" just hours away, the CEO showed no signs of urgency, insisting he didn't have much else going on that day. "As you can see, I'm a calm person," Domenicali told Business Insider. "I'm not a guy who shouts. I don't believe in the model of shouting." Running a company is often stressful, but that pressure looks a little different when you're at the helm of a global competitive sports empire. In addition to juggling his usual chaos of international travel and coordinating races that attract hundreds of thousands of fans, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is also leading the company through rapid global expansion and gearing up for the release of a major film starring Brad Pitt. The 2024 F1 season set new records, with many Grands Prix races drawing more than 300,000 fans over race weekends. The sport's global fanbase also expanded to 750 million, with women ages 16 to 24 representing its fastest-growing demographic. The company also grew its social media presence 36% year over year. Domenicali said there's "no holiday" on the job, and it's normal for him to work around the clock. The 60-year-old CEO told BI he stays calm despite the demanding schedule. He said he's able to stay calm primarily because of the support he receives from his wife and kids. He said they are understanding of his work obligations, which gives him the peace of mind to stay focused while on the job. His work relationships are also key to managing his high-stress position. Being in a leadership position requires you to surround yourself with the "right people." To Domenicali, that means having people on his team who aren't "yes men." While the CEO wants positivity in his workspace, he said he also wants people to be able to tell him when they disagree. Domenicali, formerly Lamborghini's CEO and Ferrari's team principal, said he also tries to find balance by reserving time for himself in the mornings when he has a "fresh mind." "I try to regain my time, you know, very early in the morning, to have a little bit of fitness running from six to seven in the morning," Domenicali said. He also tries to stay grounded in his values and not let the position get to his head. Domenicali regularly meets with prime ministers, presidents, and business leaders like Apple CEO Tim Cook. "But I'm a normal guy, so I want to stay like that, and that's my way of thinking," Domenicali said, adding that he acts "the same way if I meet the President or your president, or if I meet my doorman." While the CEO just extended his contract leading F1 until 2029, he said he will be thankful for the day his phone doesn't ring as often. Until then, his priority is making sure the company is stable enough to handle the growth it's experiencing — and he remains grateful for the opportunity to do so. "I'm very blessed doing these things because it's a job that I like," Domenicali said.
Elle
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Why Simone Ashley's Role Was Cut in the 'F1' Movie
THE RUNDOWN Simone Ashley's role in the upcoming film F1 was unfortunately cut down significantly from the final version. In a new interview with People, the film's director, Joseph Kosinski, explained why. 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use,' he said. 'There were two or three storylines that ultimately didn't make into the final cut.' (According to People, Ashley appears onscreen, but doesn't have any speaking lines.) Kosinski added, 'But Simone, she's an incredible talent, incredible actress, incredible singer, and I would love to work with her again.' The Formula 1-inspired movie, set to release in theaters on June 27, stars Brad Pitt and Damson Idris. The cast also includes Javier Bardem, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, and Kim Bodnia. (F1 superstar Lewis Hamilton also makes an appearance and produced the movie.) Ashley's role was first announced in July 2024 after fans spotted her and Idris at the British Grand Prix in England, where the movie was being filmed. Details about her role, though, were kept under wraps. Earlier this month, the Bridgerton star spoke to ELLE about what it was like to film F1. 'That was crazy,' she said. 'I have a very small part, but I'm grateful to be in that movie. I got to experience many Grands Prix. I don't think I'll ever do anything like that again.' And back in March, she revealed more about the process. 'I mean, this film, gosh, has been going for years,' she told Who What Wear, also noting that 2023's SAG-AFTRA strike delayed filming. 'I met for this movie, I think, before Bridgerton even came out.' She continued, 'Obviously, with the strikes and delays, we finally wrapped in Abu Dhabi in December. It's been a long time, and you know, it's Damson and Brad's movie. I'm just so grateful that I can be part of it.'
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
F1 director explains why Simone Ashley's role was cut from final version of Brad Pitt film
Simone Ashley's role in the upcoming racing drama F1 has been largely removed from the final version of the film, which premieres in theaters on June 27. Although her casting alongside Brad Pitt and Damson Idris was announced in July 2024 and she was photographed filming, the Bridgerton star's appearance in the movie is minimal—with no dialogue. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE, director Joseph Kosinski explained the decision, noting that 'two or three storylines' didn't make it into the final cut. 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use,' Kosinski said. Still, he praised Ashley as 'an incredible talent' and expressed interest in working with her again. Ashley has not publicly commented on the edit, but in a recent interview with ELLE, she called the filming experience 'crazy' and said, 'I have a very small part, but I'm grateful to be in that movie.' She also recalled attending multiple Grands Prix and described the adrenaline-filled set: 'Sometimes we literally had one take for certain shots… It was kind of like theater. It felt so live.' In an earlier interview with Who What Wear, Ashley shared that she had met for the film before Bridgerton even aired. 'It's Damson and Brad's movie,' she said. 'I'm just so grateful that I can be part of it.' F1—also starring Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Javier Bardem—is scheduled for theatrical release and IMAX on June 27, 2025.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘F1: The Movie' Director Joseph Kosinski Reveals Why Simone Ashley's Role Was Cut From Film
Joseph Kosinski, who helmed F1: The Movie, is revealing why Simone Ashley's role was ultimately cut from the film. It was announced last year that the Bridgerton actress joined the Formula One racing drama, starring alongside Brad Pitt and Damson Idris. However, few details were released about her specific role at the time. More from The Hollywood Reporter Tommy Hilfiger's 'F1' Capsule Is Going Fast - Snag These Motorcore Styles Before They're Gone SharkNinja Unveils 'F1' Movie-Inspired Versions of Its Best-Selling Cleaning, Hair and Kitchen Tech Susie Wolff Is Putting the F(emale) in F1 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use,' Kosinski recently told People magazine about the decision to reduce Ashley's part in F1: The Movie. 'There were two or three storylines that ultimately didn't make into the final cut.' The Top Gun: Maverick director added, 'But Simone, she's an incredible talent, incredible actress, incredible singer, and I would love to work with her again.' Ashley reportedly appears briefly onscreen but has no lines of dialogue in the movie, which also stars Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies and Kim Bodnia. F1: The Movie follows Pitt's Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver who comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a younger driver, Idris' Joshua Pearce. Real-life F1 drivers also make cameos throughout the pic. While Ashley hasn't addressed her role being removed from the movie, she previously told Elle magazine earlier this month that making the film was a 'crazy' experience, saying, 'I have a very small part, but I'm grateful to be in that movie.' 'I got to experience many Grands Prix,' she added. 'I don't think I'll ever do anything like that again.' F1: The Movie starts playing in theaters on June 27. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 13 of Tom Cruise's Most Jaw-Dropping Stunts Hollywood Stars Who Are One Award Away From an EGOT 'The Goonies' Cast, Then and Now
