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The Clios Awards has announced its 2026 jury, and we’re proud to see Fabrice Plazolles representing Havas Play! The Managing Director & Chief Creative Officer of Havas Play 🇫🇷 will join the Creative Commerce & Direct Jury. This category celebrates the most innovative applications of commerce that elevate the consumer experience and enhance the transactional journey. Congratulations, Fabrice! #ClioAwards #HavasPlay #Creativity #CreativeCommerce

Running has become more than just a sport, it’s a global phenomenon that’s exploded in recent years 🏃♂️➡️ From marathons to everyday jogs, we all know someone who’s embraced the challenge. Running has redefined sports, influenced culture, and shaped lifestyle trends. In his latest piece, Why Running Is Taking Over the World, Tomas Millet Esteve, Commercial Manager at CA Sports (part of Havas Play), explores this movement and what’s driving its unstoppable rise. 👇 Read the full article below and let us know in the comments: Are you part of the marathon madness? Design by Daniela del Rio. #Running #Culture #HavasPlay #PlayWithPassion

How game developers build worlds = how brands should be building in gaming.   There are 3.5B gamers globally. Yet gaming captures only 5% of ad spend. That gap is an opportunity. It’s time to stop thinking like media buyers and start thinking like world builders.    Gaming isn’t just another channel; it’s culture, community, & identity. It’s where people connect, compete, and create.   At Havas Play, we activate what others can only imagine.   Swipe for the six stages of game development, & how brands can use them to create meaningful impact.   The opportunity is exponential, but only for those who know how to play.

Advertising Week LATAM is happening this week in Mexico City! We’re proud to see Jonathan Alatorre, Head of Havas Play Mexico, take the stage to explore how technology and AI can transform different small creators into a coordinated storytelling network. 🎤 Orchestrating Thousands: AI and the Opportunities and Challenges of Scaling with Microinfluencers 📍 Innovation Stage 🕔 Tuesday, November 4 at 5:20 PM CST Don’t miss it! #AWLATAM25 #AdvertisingWeekLATAM #PlayWithPassion #HavasPlay

Last week, we launched “Playing Beyond the Stage: How Music Demands Cultural Co-Creation” — an article exploring the evolution of music festivals and why brands need to rethink how they show up if they want to stay relevant and build lasting connections with fans 🎶 Swipe through for insights from Havas Play experts Jarell Thompson, Mattia Giovanardi, PhD and Pablo Torres Martín. 👉 Click here to read the full article https://lnkd.in/eFgXnnwk #Music #Festivals #Culture #HavasPlay #PlayWithPassion

What a day to play on and off the field! ⚽   Over the weekend, Havas Play was proud to sponsor the 4th U.S. Charity Soccer Tournament supporting Sport dans la ville, France’s leading nonprofit empowering youth from diverse, low-income neighborhoods through sports and career-readiness programs.   This incredible organization uses the power of play to teach teamwork, confidence, and perseverance to shape brighter futures for tens of thousands of people every year through numerous free sports programs. 👉 Check them out here --> https://lnkd.in/evvXHCCi.    With nearly 200 players taking the field, the day was full of energy, connection, and community spirit. Huge thanks to Sport dans la ville for bringing us together for such an inspiring cause, and to Havas Play’s own Jarell Thompson, who kept the crowd energized as emcee. #PlayWithPassion #HavasProud

Over the years, the festival landscape has shifted dramatically. What was once a pure music experience has evolved into a branded playground. But audiences are pushing back, demanding authenticity and cultural relevance. Our latest piece, “Playing Beyond the Stage: How Music Demands Cultural Co-Creation,” explores how brands can show up meaningfully in today’s music festival scene and add real value for fans. Click here https://lnkd.in/eFgXnnwk to access the full article and read insights from our experts: 💿 Jarell Thompson – VP at Havas Play North America 💿 Mattia G. – Head of Music at Havas Play Italy 💿 Pablo Torres Martín – Cultural Strategy Director at Havas Play Spain #Music #Festivals #HavasPlay #PlayWithPassion

The countdown has begun. At Havas Play, we’re already gearing up for the FIFA World Cup 2026 ⚽ With Mexico set to co-host the tournament, the "Havas Play to the World Cup" event by Havas Play Mexico brought together experts, clients, and partners to explore the unique opportunities this edition presents to brands. Carolina Torres, Chief Strategy Officer at Havas México, and Jonathan Alatorre, Head of Havas Play Mexico, shared their insights with INSIDER LATAM on how brands can prepare for one of the most intense media events of the coming year. “We’re about to experience one of the most media-saturated World Cups in the country’s history. That’s why every media plan must be tailor-made, differentiated, and built on a deep understanding of the audience. It’s not just about telling stories—it’s about making people live them.” — Carolina Torres “We work within the group’s strategic framework, which means truly understanding the audience. You need to know why people love football and how a brand can build on that passion.” — Jonathan Alatorre 👉 Click here to read the full interview (in Spanish) https://lnkd.in/eZmgfg2X #WorldCup #SportsMarketing #PlayWithPassion

The judging for the ONE Asia Creative Awards 2025 has just wrapped up in Seoul, following two days of intense deliberation. The jury, made up of top creative leaders from across Asia-Pacific and beyond, came together to select the winners, which will be revealed in December. Among the judges was Ross Taylor 🏳️🌈, Group Executive Creative Director at Havas Play UK , who evaluated entries in the Brand & Culture category. “It’s an honor to be here. I’ve met people I’ll stay in touch with for years. It’s rare to feel this kind of connection in an awards setting,” he shared with Campaign Brief Asia. 👉 Click here https://lnkd.in/eDFTDMZt to read more about this year’s judging experience. #OneAsiaCreativeAwards #PlayWithPassion #HavasPlay