How Hilton Democratized Creativity Through AI—Breaking Down Barriers with Mark Weinstein

AI and creativity are reshaping brand marketing, democratizing access to tools while challenging CMOs to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape. In this special Cannes edition of Marketing Vanguard, host Jenny Rooney sits down with Mark Weinstein, CMO of Hilton Hotels, to explore the intersection of technology, experience, and authentic brand storytelling. From leveraging AI to democratize creativity to partnering with Paris Hilton and McLaren Racing, discover how to build meaningful experiences that resonate in an uncertain world. Whether you're navigating budget constraints, technological disruption, or cultural pitfalls, this conversation offers essential insights on staying relevant while maintaining authenticity. What You'll Learn: How AI is democratizing creativity and leveling the playing field for all brands Why the future involves "agentic AI talking to agentic AI" and what that means for marketers How to create experiential activations that scale through content amplification The importance of maintaining share of wallet in constrained spending environments Why being authentic in today's cultural landscape is more challenging than ever How strategic partnerships with celebrities and brands create mutual value The evolution of Cannes Lions and what CMOs should focus on at industry events Unlocking the Creator Economy with Awin Did you know influencer marketing drives twice as many sales as display advertising, with a 37% higher retention rate? Awin helps brands harness this potential with tailored influencer management solutions that drive measurable results. Whether you're looking to grow your creator roster, foster long-term relationships, or track full-funnel performance, Awin’s expertise and platform integrations make it easy to scale campaigns and optimize impact. With partnerships across CreatorIQ, LTK, ShopMy, and more, brands gain access to powerful discovery tools and seamless tracking capabilities, ensuring transparency and efficiency at every stage. Here’s how brands can maximize their influencer marketing: Find the right creators – Access a diverse network of influencers, even in niche markets. Track performance with full transparency – Measure impact from awareness to conversions in real time. Incentivize influencers effectively – Commission-based rewards through affiliate links and coupon codes keep creators engaged. Blend influencer & affiliate marketing seamlessly – Awin’s integrations create a streamlined, results-driven approach Unlock the full potential of influencer marketing. Visit awin.link/adweek to start building high-impact partnerships today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.