Cannes Lions appoints new Commercial Director

CineMARK, the official South African representative for the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival announces Cannes update on the recent appointment of Commercial Director of Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival.

Mike Jones has been appointed as the Cannes Lions Commercial Director effective from 1st December 2004. Mike, who has been with Emap since 1992, will work closely and report directly to the Cannes Lions CEO, Terry Savage. In his role as Commercial Director, Mike will be involved in managing the Commercial issues associated with the Festival, assist in driving revenue streams, enhancing the event as well as investigating and implementing new opportunities.

The 52nd International Advertising Festivals will be held from 19 to 25 June 2005 in Cannes, France. For more information on the Cannes Lions, please log on to www.canneslions.com.