Uncommon Thinking

In this episode from Advertising Week Europe, we are joined by IPG Chairman and CEO and Unstereotype Alliance Vice Chair, Michael Roth, and Cosmopolitan UK Editor-in-Chief Farrah Storr, as they discuss how awards, incentives, media and culture can drive diversity across the media, marketing and communications industry.

In this episode from Advertising Week Europe, DCM’s Head of Film Tom Linay will host a Q&A with leading Film-Maker Ben Wheatley, discussing highlights from his career to date, recent film projects, how to bring compelling stories to the big screen and what’s next. They’ll also discuss the numerous ad campaigns that Ben has directed … Continue reading "Episode 10: Filmmaker Ben Wheatley"

In this episode from Advertising Week Europe we will listen to a fireside chat with Mike Burgess, Head of MetFilm Creative, and Sir Alan Parker, a prolific movie director whose career started as a copywriter and director of advertising. We will hear about his journey and prolific output over the course of his career. Alan … Continue reading "Episode 9: Sir Alan Parker"

In this episode from Advertising Week Europe we will listen to Nicola Mendelsohn, VP EMEA at Facebook, chat with Nicole Scherzinger – multi platinum artist, actress, dancer, singer, songwriter and television personality. Scherzinger rose to fame as the lead singer of the burlesque troupe-turned-recording act the Pussycat Dolls, who became one of the world’s best-selling girl groups and the best-selling … Continue reading "Episode 7: Nicole Scherzinger"

On this episode we travel to Advertising Week Asia to hear from Jason Spero, VP of Global Performance & Programmatic at Google. Asia has experienced unprecedented digital acceleration and has now become the most advanced digital economy in the world – with 50% of global internet users. Spero discusses how our needs as consumers haven’t … Continue reading "Episode 6: Jason Spero"

In this episode from Advertising Week Latin America, Co-Founder & President of Stillwell Partners, Lance Pillersdorf was joined on stage by NFL Pro Bowl Wide Receiver, Super Bowl Champion, philanthropist, and fashion icon, Victor Cruz. Cruz discusses his career, how he applies what he’s learned on the field to his life, and how technology in … Continue reading "Episode 5: Victor Cruz"

What does it take to be a champion on the field and in the field of business? Olympian and Tennis Icon Venus Williams is not only one of the most accomplished and inspiring women in the history of sports, but she is also a world-class entrepreneur, designer and visionary. Venus will take the stage alongside … Continue reading "Episode 4: Venus Williams"

Elizabeth Banks uncovers her career path from actress in films like Spider-Man and The 40-Year-Old Virgin to media mogul. As a leader in the entertainment industry she moved from behind the camera to director and producer, and as a comedian she has strived to shine the light on female comedians trying to break through. For … Continue reading "Episode 3: Elizabeth Banks"

A talk between Mic’s CEO and co-founder, Chris Altchek, and Starbucks Chairman, Howard Schultz, about how Starbucks grew to 25,000 stores in 75 countries while redefining the role and responsibility of a for-profit company. For more talks and events, visit Advertisingweek.com

Edgar Wright is best known for cult films like Shaun of The Dead, Hot Fuzz and most recently Baby Driver, which was nominated for three Oscars. He spoke to Empire Magazine’s Editor Terri White about growing up in a small UK town, directing sitcoms at 21, and how he shot a fight scene in the … Continue reading "Episode 1: Edgar Wright, Film Director"