Influential Beach 2025

Influential Beach powered by PayPal Ads in Cannes was nothing short of extraordinary, bringing together some of the boldest voices shaping the future of digital, media, and culture. From thought-provoking discussions to high-energy workouts, the week delivered unforgettable moments, including:

🥇 A conversation with two-time Olympian & Gold Medalist, Jordan Chiles, in partnership with ESPN

🎤 A panel moderated by Erin Andrews exploring the rise of sport as a global enterprise

🏀 A discussion with DeAndre Jordan and PlayersTV on athlete-driven storytelling, presented by Publicis Sport & Entertainment & the Once & For All Coalition

🎉 The 2025 Forbes Top Creators List Launch Celebration

💪 Barry’s workout led by NBA All-Star, Russell Westbrook

🎬 Eva Longoria and L’Oréal's Han Wen graced the stage for a dynamic conversation in partnership with iHeartMedia

🛍️ A panel on the future of social commerce with CMOs from Ulta Beauty, DoorDash, and Lowe's Companies, Inc.

🤝 Execs from Hilton and SEPHORA discuss turning partnerships into profit with social media personality and entertainer, Jordan Howlett

🎶 An unforgettable performance by Jason Derulo

💪 A powerful conversation on the power of community with Barry's CEO, Joey Gonzalez

🌍 Russell Westbrook and executives from RW Digital explored how brands can capture a $7 trillion market opportunity

🥗 Lunch Date with Amelia Dimoldenberg in partnership with YouTube

🎧 An unforgettable on-stage moment between Busta Rhymes and Chris Detert

📹 Unlocking the power of creators on Shorts, featuring Kim Iadevaia, YouTube’s Célia Salsi, Zenith’s Colleen Hotchkiss, and creator Dharr Mann

🕺 An electric sunset session with DJ Pee .Wee, presented by Discord, that had the whole beach dancing

🔥 Busta Rhymes brought the house down with an explosive performance supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the beach this year. We’re already counting down to 2026 and can’t wait to see what’s next. Be sure to check out the official Influential Beach photo album for all the moments that made this week one to remember.