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Comms Rise, Trade Desk Churn, TikTok Shop Gains

AdExchanger's Daily News Roundup highlights a shift in senior marketing roles as communications leaders move into more prominent C-suite positions, citing Hinge's Tamika Young and multiple brands appointing comms chiefs. The Trade Desk is experiencing significant executive turnover: Nick Olmstead was named CFO (joining in July), the company has gone through multiple CFOs and CROs in the past year, and several senior leaders have departed or moved to new roles. TikTok Shop is gaining traction in requests-for-proposals, with large brands reporting rapid year-over-year growth in sales and transactions. The piece also notes Accenture Song's acquisition of creator agency Whalar (price undisclosed) and Kantar's hire of Martina Suess Cromer as SVP of North America marketing and head of global brand and communications.

Inside CHANEL Chapter 32 : N°5, 100 years of celebrity.

This chapter celebrates the centenary of the iconic N°5 fragrance and its association with celebrity culture.

Brands Enter The Devil Wears Prada 2 Universe

The Devil Wears Prada 2 is set to premiere on May 1, 2026, with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway reprising their roles. The sequel is forecast to earn about $55 million in its domestic opening weekend. Brands are securing placements and commercial deals ahead of the release: the original 2006 film reportedly had a $1 million wardrobe budget featuring designers such as Chanel and Valentino, and the new movie will feature high‑fashion integrations while also attracting beverage and beauty brands seeking broader commercial tie‑ins.