Cairns Crocodiles, presented by Pinterest, has today revealed its revitalised advisory board for the 2026 instalment of the unmissable industry event.
Running from 12-14 May in Cairns, Queensland, the rapidly growing event which attracted more than 2,100 people in 2025, has been making waves across Asia-Pacific and beyond thanks to its world class slate of speakers, sessions and, returning for its second year, the Cairns Masterclass.
Match that with the iconic Cairns Crocodiles Awards, the laser-focus on upcoming talent with Cairns Hatchlings, and more unrivalled ‘Cairns Extras’ events and networking opportunities, it’s undoubtedly the event of the year.
The refreshed advisory board brings together a diverse group of leaders spanning marketing, media, creativity and culture to guide the festival’s program and help shape its growth across the APAC region.
“Every year, our advisory board is both a sounding board and a source of inspiration that keeps Cairns Crocodiles bold, fresh and relevant,” said Pippa Chambers, content director of Cairns Crocodiles.
“For 2026, we’ve assembled a truly exceptional group of leaders who not only understand the pulse of creativity today but are fearless about shaping its future.”
Heading into its fifth year, Cairns Crocodiles Presented by Pinterest continues to be a premier creative gathering, offering global keynotes, masterclasses and breakout sessions designed to spark new ideas and collaborations.
“The industry is lucky to have such top talent not just here in Australia, but on the doorstep of Asia-Pacific,” Chambers said.
“This board represents exactly that. Smart, open minded leaders from across APAC who truly believe in the power, importance, growth and evolution of creativity within our industry.”
Check out the full board below or see it here with more pics!
- Polly Blenkinship, Global Head of Brand Media, Audible
- Cheryl Goh Group VP of Marketing and Sustainability & Founding CMO, Grab
- Veradis Vinyaratn, Chairman\Chief Creative officer TBWA\Thailand
- Lucinda Barlow, Senior Director, Head of International Marketing Uber
- Nadia Touil Louis, Head of Digital Marketing & eCommerce, Asia Oceania Africa Middle East, Nestlé
- Subhash Kamath, Consultant, Former CEO BBH & Publicis India, Ex-Chairman Ad Standards Council India
- Esther Clerehan, Founder, Clerehan
- Rob Galluzzo, CEO, Finch
- Rory Gallery, Partner & Chief Strategy Officer, Special New Zealand
- Sunita Gloster AM
- Rose Herceg, President, WPP
- Adam Ferrier, Founder and Chief Thinker, Thinkerbell
- Kim Pick, Group Executive Creative Director, VMLY&R New Zealand
- Nancy Hromin, Director & Owner, The Misfits Media
- Christine Amour-Levar, Co-Founder, Women on a Mission
- Yosuke Suzuki, CEO, 24C Tokyo
- Nupur Vaid, Co-Founder, Kyoorius and Kyoona
In September it was revealed that Pinterest, which has long been recognised as a vibrant hub of creativity, will once again be returning as the Cairns Crocodiles headline presenting partner. The partnership, now secured for the next three years, underscores Pinterest’s ongoing commitment to supporting and championing creativity across the region.
The 2026 event will also see News Australia returning as a Platinum Partner, supporting the Cairns Masterclass as well as the Hemingway’s Brewery content track.
Cairns Hatchlings is again proudly presented by Yahoo. Click here for more on Cairns Hatchlings.
Fancy your chances at getting on stage next year? Fill in the Topics in the Tropics session submission form and take your chance to be part of the festival that’s shaping creativity across Asia-Pacific.
You can snap up tickets to the 2026 event right HERE and find out even more HERE.
