Hey — we’re Codeword.
If you’re looking to stand around the French Riviera with stuffy executives in suits, we’re not the agency for you.
We’re good at two things: turning innovation brands into market leaders, and having fun while doing it. Our team will be on the ground at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity auditioning for White Lotus walk-on roles reminding everyone why they got into marketing in the first place. Between the panels and parties, we’re locking in time for 1:1 catch-ups—reach out on LinkedIn if you want to grab a coffee
Here’s the game plan. We’re hosting a beachside kickoff soirée with Adweek on Sunday night, and on Wednesday, Kyle is taking the Adweek mainstage to talk about the art and science of brand marketing. We’ve also got an exclusive, invite-only party lined up (yes, there will be jeroboams of rosé), but you’ll have to sign up below to get on the list and find the location.
Want in?
Our 2026 crew
Wild Card
Kyle Monson,
Founding Partner
Uses creative ideas to push clients out of their comfort zone, so their marketing breaks through.
Executive
Michael McKloskey,
Managing Partner
Advises global brands on how to build and maintain an efficient, effective integrated marketing program.
Architect
Gabie Kur,
Partner, Head of Growth
Designs the future of Codeword by forging powerful partnerships and expanding the agency’s reach, both online and IRL.
Catalyst
Kim Baffi,
Executive Creative Director
Sparks global brand transformation with strategic insights and creative platforms that move markets.
Oracle
Melody Brue
Strategy Lead, Market Intelligence
Grounds brand work in upstream insights and original research, ensuring narratives withstand real-world dynamics.