Amanda Benfell leaves Cannes Lions

Amanda Benfell resigned her position as Press and Public Relations Head Officer of Cannes Lions on July 4th, after successfully covering eighteen festivals and being part of the Cannes Lions team since 1997. “It was hard decision to leave from such a wonderful company, which has been a great part of my life. I’ve enjoyed an incredible journey working here,” said Benfell.Camilla Cole will take her place, as she assumes a new responsibility to send out the numerous communications in connection with all the Cannes Lions events, besides being the contact for all press inquiries.Cole is a Bachelor of Arts and Architecture, from the University of Manchester; in addition, she’s an expert in Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Public Relations and Social Media Marketing. To date, she had been accompanying Benfell’s staff as a Press and Public Relations Officer of Cannes Lions.Amanda Benfell is set to take on a new challenge by joining as Head of Communications and Marketing of The Gunn Report, a publication specializing in advertising creative excellence world rankings. “So, you still may expect to hear from me,” added Benfell.