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As audiences increasingly turn to ad-free streaming and marketers grapple with a fragmented media landscape, OOH stands out as a channel where consumer receptivity is on the rise. From dynamic formats to real-time interactivity, OOH offers brands unique opportunities to connect with consumers in public spaces—where they shop, search, and engage with products and services.
With the global OOH market projected to hit $50.52 billion by 2025 and U.S. revenues reaching record highs, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Nicole Jones, Chief Media Commercial Officer at Kantar, dives into the growing influence of Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising and why it’s becoming a critical component of the modern media mix, with special guest Dan Levi, EVP and CMO of Clear Channel Outdoor Americas. Dan also shares new learnings from a recent five-year study from Kantar and Clear Channel Outdoors on OOH's role in driving major results in advertising.
Tune in and discover how to unlock the full potential of Out-of-Home advertising, gain actionable insights, and learn why OOH deserves a place in every brand’s media strategy.
And to learn more about the study, click here.
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Kantar’s Media Reactions 2025 study revealed TikTok’s enduring appeal to consumers as a global advertising platform. Five years after its explosive rise, TikTok continues to set the standard for authentic and engaging content. What’s behind this sustained success?
On this special episode of Kantar’s Future Proof Podcast, Gonca Bubani, Global Media Director at Kantar, is joined by Esteban Ribero, Global Research Leader, Marketing Science at TikTok. Together, they explore how TikTok’s approach to authenticity, creators, and advertising has evolved, and what it means for brands aiming to capture quality attention in a fragmented media landscape.
Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at why TikTok remains a favourite and discover what’s next for brands looking to make an impact in 2026. And to learn more about Media Reactions’ free guide to 2026 planning visit Kantar
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In this edition of Future Proof, Jane Ostler, Chief Insights Officer at Kantar, sits down with Anastasia Leng, founder and CEO of Creative X, and Duncan Southgate, Global Creative and Media Lead at Kantar, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way brands measure and optimise creative content.
Anastasia shares her journey from Google to launching Creative X, revealing how a personal challenge led to the creation of a platform now used by some of the world’s biggest brands. She discusses the new partnership between Kantar and Creative X, and how integrating AI-powered insights is helping marketers make smarter decisions about creative and media investment.
Together, they unpack the rise of GenAI, the explosion of content, and the challenges brands face in maintaining creative consistency at scale. The conversation also delves into the creator economy, with fresh data on how influencer content is driving brand impact and why getting the basics right still matters.
Tune in to hear why combining creative and media measurement is the next big step for marketers, and what the future holds for advertising effectiveness in an AI-driven world.
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In this episode, Jane Ostler speaks with Claudia Calori, Vice President of Global Marketing for Personal Health at Philips, about the shifting paradigm of health and wellness. Claudia shares how health has evolved from being seen as a problem to becoming a space for discovery and self-care, especially among younger generations. She discusses how Philips is inspiring a higher standard of care through creativity rooted in innovation, and how sustainability is central to their marketing strategy.
The conversation explores how consumer insights shape product development, and how AI is enhancing personalised self-care experiences. Claudia also reflects on the rapidly evolving future of health technology, the importance of meaningful innovation for brand growth, and how caring technology can help restore trust in the industry.
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Advertising across the Meta portfolio is changing thanks to AI. In this edition of Future Proof, Jane Ostler, EVP, Global Solutions Marketing and Thought Leadership at Kantar, talks to Derya Matras, Vice President of EMEA Global Business Group at Meta, about how the company has been evolving its advertiser tools and how AI is giving advertisers greater control over the ways in which they can invest.
Derya also shares the details of her career journey, from management consulting to leading Meta's operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and explains why execution is everything in tech. Meta’s approach of ‘launch first, optimise later’ makes sense as the best pathway to perfection, she says.
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Kantar’s Media Reactions 2025 study found that consumers rank Amazon the #1 global media brand for ad preference. In fact, Amazon, Twitch, and Prime Video—all Amazon brands—appear in three of the top five most preferred ad platforms for consumers worldwide. Why? Amazon’s approach to creating native, non-intrusive experiences across all Amazon environments including shopping, streaming, and live content.
On this special episode of Kantar's Future Proof Podcast, Nicole Jones is joined by Chris Mullins, Head of Measurement Product Marketing at Amazon Ads to uncover why consumers gravitate toward Amazon’s ad platforms. Chris shares his journey to Amazon Ads and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the strategies driving some of the most talked-about campaigns, including the launch of contextual AI pause ads and creative playbooks for live sports.
Whether you’re a marketer, strategist, or simply curious about the future of media, this episode is packed with actionable insights and forward-thinking perspectives on creativity, measurement, and the next wave of advertising innovation—plus, a look at why Amazon is leading the way in consumer ad preference according to Kantar’s latest research.
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With the global B2B market projected to reach nearly $29 trillion in 2025, digital-first buyers are demanding more personalized, authentic, and human experiences. At the heart of this evolution are creators—marketers, thought leaders, and employees—who are building trust and community in ways traditional brand marketing can’t.
In this episode, Nicole Jones is joined by two powerhouse voices from LinkedIn’s B2B Institute, Ty Heath, Director and Founder of the practice, and Caroline Day, Global Director. Together, they unpack:
Whether you're a marketer, brand leader, or aspiring creator, this episode is packed with insights on how to future-proof your strategy—and your skillset—for the next era of B2B.
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Mobility media is turning everyday rides into powerful brand moments—blending digital precision with real-world presence to deliver contextual, location-aware ad experiences. While these new ad formats drive a lot of value for brands, there are still challenges in scaling mobility-based ad network, from responsible data use, and what it means to create seamless, omnichannel campaigns.
In this episode of Kantar’s Future Proof Podcast, host Nicole Jones, Chief Media Commercial Officer at Kantar, sits down with Matt Trandall, Head of West at Lyft Media, to explore the fast-evolving world of mobility media. From pioneering streaming audio to redefining rideshare advertising, Matt shares his journey and Lyft’s transformation into a dynamic, data-driven media platform. Listen for a glimpse into what’s next for Lyft Media—from AI and smart cities to the future of autonomous advertising.
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With almost 70% of global advertising dollars now being spent on digital channels, maximizing marketing impact in digital environments is critical – especially with Gen-Z's growing influence.
According to Kantar normative data, creative quality is the single biggest driver of growth in brand impact, driving 49% of brand impact across ad campaigns. At the same time, research highlights a persistent gap in marketers’ confidence around how to create measurably effective campaigns. And adding to that marketer challenge, creative signaling is changing.
In this special edition of Future Proof, Jeff Herrmann Kantar’s guest host and Global Client Director, is joined by guests, Crystal Worthem, Global Director of Audience Marketing, Meta and Sapphire Yi-Dyer, Vice President of Customer Ecosystem, CreativeX. Listen in to better understand how to create effective digital creative, the role of AI in driving creative quality, and the Gen-Z effect on creative signaling.
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What does it take to build a brand that stays fresh without losing its identity?
In this episode, Dr Nicki Morley, Global Innovation Lead at Kantar is joined by Jeremy Lindley, Global Design Director at Diageo to explore how Diageo balances consistency and flexibility to create iconic, recognisable brand experiences across every touchpoint, from packaging to pubs. They unpack the discipline behind creative consistency, the bravery to stay the course, and how design drives both distinctiveness and business growth.
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From the rise of agentic AI and retail media networks to the evolving role of conversational commerce, the retail ecosystem has transformed in the last few years, opening new opportunities for brand marketers. In this special edition of Future Proof, Wayne Levings, Kantar’s Global Chief Client Officer sits down with Keith Mercier, Vice President of the Worldwide Retail and Consumer Goods Industry at Microsoft.
Microsoft is helping brands and retailers stay resilient, agile, and future-ready, all with the help of AI. Whether you're a CMO, brand strategist, or just curious about the future of retail, this episode is packed with insights on how to lead through change and build what’s next. Listen to get the down low on whether every retailer is becoming a media company and how AI copilots are transforming shopper engagement.
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For the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report, Adele Jolliffe, Head of Head of Brand Consultants, Kantar talks with Georgia Balinsky, Vice President, Global Head of Brand & Creative, RBC about the evolution of marketing and brand-building over the past two decades and the importance of brand in driving growth.
Georgia is Vice President, Global Head of Brand & Creative at RBC. She is a modern brand building expert whose mission is to establish the power of brand as a catalyst for value creation in today’s hypercompetitive business landscape.
Read the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report here: www.kantar.com/brandz
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For the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report, Adele Jolliffe, Head of Brand Consultants, Kantar talks with Marcel Marcondes, Global Chief Marketing Officer, AB InBev about the evolution of marketing and brand-building over the past two decades and the importance of brand in driving growth.
Marcel joined AB InBev in 2005. Prior to becoming the company’s Global Chief Marketing Officer, he held a variety of roles at AB InBev, including Global President of Beyond Beer Co. and Chief Marketing Officer at Anheuser-Busch. He also spent seven years in brand management at Unilever in Brazil.
Read the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report here: www.kantar.com/brandz
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For the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report, Martin Guerrieria, Head of Kantar BrandZ, talks with Abhinav Kumar, Global Chief Marketing Officer, TCS about the evolution of marketing and brand-building over the past two decades and the importance of brand in driving growth.
Abhinav is the Chief Marketing Officer of TCS, leading a team of 700 professionals in 55 countries who oversee the company’s brand, reputation and stakeholder relationships. In a 23-year career at the company, he has performed several leadership roles including CMO for LATAM, Europe and all international markets, winning over 150 brand and communications awards during his tenure.
Read the 20th anniversary edition of BrandZ’s global report here: www.kantar.com/brandz
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