The Cairns Masterclass, presented by News Australia, is set to deliver an unparalleled learning experience with two of three global industry leaders now revealed for Cairns Crocodiles 2026.
Paula Bloodworth, co-founder of Alien Baby and David Ohana, global chief communications and marketing officer at the United Nations Foundation, are confirmed so far and are set to bring the house down on Day Three of next year’s Cairns Crocodiles, presented by Pinterest.
These luminaries join a distinguished roster of past speakers, including Sherilyn Shackell, founder and global CEO of The Marketing Academy; Adam Ferrier, co-founder of Thinkerbell; and Irene Joshy, head of creative, insights at Kantar Asia and Australia, who last year inspired attendees with their high-impact, hands-on sessions.
Cairns Crocodiles runs from Tuesday 12 – Thursday 15 May, and on the Thursday, each leader will deliver an immersive, practical Masterclass session designed to sharpen skills and spark new thinking.
The Masterclass sessions run concurrently with the mainstage content, and places are limited to ensure true interactivity.
Each session is followed by speed mentoring, giving attendees practical, behind-the-scenes insights they can apply immediately.
A full Cairns Crocodiles ticket plus the Masterclass add-on is required.
Bloodworth brings 17 years of strategic experience across London, New York, Shanghai, Portland, Sydney, Tokyo and Melbourne. Paula has led iconic campaigns for global brands including Nike, Peloton, Jordan and Pinterest, and spearheaded the impactful ‘Don’t Stop Your Future’ anti-knife crime campaign in the UK, driving major legal change.
Ohana will return after his keynote session at Cairns Crocodiles to give attendees a closer, more hands-on experience, providing the rare opportunity to learn directly from his expertise and insights in a small-group setting. He has more than two decades of experience in advertising, branding, and social impact, having led global campaigns and partnerships with some of the world’s most influential figures, including Beyoncé, George Clooney, and Ban Ki-moon, reaching billions and raising millions for critical causes. David has also overseen UNICEF’s global rebrand and produced the most-viewed TED Talk in 2021, cementing his reputation as a world-leading strategic communications and marketing expert.
Each session is crafted to offer immersive, interactive learning, giving attendees the rare opportunity to learn directly from leaders who have shaped global brands, culture-defining campaigns, and creative excellence at the highest level.
Places are limited, and each session is followed by speed mentoring to maximise practical takeaways. A full Cairns Crocodiles ticket plus the Masterclass add-on is required. Book now to secure your place!
*UPDATE. The third masterclass will be announced soon! Keep an eye on B&T.
