The UTA and DoorDash Ads Executive Soirée at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes became the talk of Cannes Lions 2026, attracting industry leaders and celebrities for a night of networking and entertainment.
Industry Heavyweights Gather
Among the attendees were UTA CEO David Kramer, COO Bob Roback, chairman Paul Wachter, and vice chairman Jay Sures. DoorDash was represented by VP of Ads Toby Espinosa, CMO Tim Castree, and VP of Enterprise Ad Sales Dan Ackerman. Apple’s Eddy Cue, this year’s Cannes Lions Entertainment Personality, also made an appearance.
Brand executives like Behnaz Ghahramani from Marriott International and Drew Panayiotou from Keurig Dr Pepper mingled with the crowd, highlighting the event’s significance in the marketing world.
Star-Studded Celebrity Line-Up
The soirée’s celebrity roster included UTA clients Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Elle Fanning, and Janelle Monáe. Paris Hilton made a dramatic entrance by boat, while Alan Cumming received style accolades for his shorts. JB Smoove added humor, briefly sharing his signature hat with attendees.
UTA’s star creators like Mel Robbins and Amiraa Vee, along with sports figures Lindsey Vonn and Draymond Green, enhanced the event’s glamour.
Ludacris Energizes the Night
Ludacris delivered a dynamic performance, energizing the crowd with hits like “All I Do Is Win” and “Act a Fool.” He engaged fans with nods to his Fast & Furious role, asking, “Any Fast & Furious fans in the house?!”
Guests enjoyed gourmet offerings, including a unique caviar ice cream station, reflecting the event’s blend of luxury and innovation.
UTA’s Expanding Presence
David Kramer emphasized UTA’s strategic focus at Cannes Lions, noting the agency’s largest-ever presence with over 100 agents and executives and 125 clients attending. “We built out our culture of collaboration, and you’re seeing it in action right now,” he told THR.
Kramer highlighted the efficiency of their UTA Beach venue, designed to simplify meetings and foster partnerships. “Every Cannes Lions day is like a dog year; one day feels like 10 days,” he remarked.
The soirée underscored UTA’s commitment to brand convergence across entertainment, sports, and tech, solidifying its role as a key player in the industry.
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