VML's 2025 Accolades
Celebrating awards and recognition across the VML network — for our business, work, culture, and people
VML Leaders Top Cannes Lions People Rankings
Debbi Vandeven (#3 CCO), Rafael Pitanguy (#4 CCO), and Maria Camila Cabra (#6 Art Director) recognized globally in Cannes 2025 people rankings
- Published Date
- Oct 31, 2025
Cannes Lions has recognized three VML leaders in its 2025 People Rankings. Global Chief Creative Officer Debbi Vandeven placed #3 Chief Creative Officer globally, Deputy Global Chief Creative Officer Rafael Pitanguy ranked #4, and Maria Camila Cabra of VML New York was named #6 Art Director globally.
The Cannes Lions Creativity Rankings, released last week, also highlighted VML as the No. 4 global creative network, reflecting the agency’s human-first approach to creativity across regions and disciplines. VML delivered strong performances in all major markets, ranking No. 2 in North America and the Pacific, No. 3 in MENA, No. 4 in Latin America, No. 6 in Europe, and No. 10 in Asia.
At the agency level, VML New York ranked No. 7 globally, with No. 2 in the Experience track. VML Prague placed No. 3 in the Classic track. Across regional offices, VML delivered standout placements, including VML Sydney (No. 3 Pacific), VML Dubai (No. 5 MENA), and VML New York (No. 2 North America).
Several of VML’s brand partners earned recognition among the Top 20 Brands list, including AXA (No. 1), IKEA (No. 10), Coca-Cola (No. 14), and OREO (No. 15), reflecting the network’s focus on creativity that connects brands with people worldwide.
These rankings demonstrate how VML’s human-first creative philosophy continues to guide breakthrough ideas and global impact.
For the full list of VML Network wins and Cannes 2025 rankings, click here.
