Stagwell (STGW) Chairman and CEO Mark Penn to Headline Prestigious Oxford Union Debate on the Future of the Metaverse

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Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) announced that Chairman and CEO Mark Penn will participate in a debate at The Oxford Union on June 16, 2022. The debate titled 'This House Would Live in the Metaverse' will explore the future of Web3 and the metaverse, focusing on data privacy, brand marketing, and community connections. Penn will argue in favor of the metaverse, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize brand-consumer relations. Stagwell is currently advising brands on investments in augmented reality, non-fungible tokens, and the creator economy.

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• Mark Penn's participation in a prestigious debate may enhance Stagwell's visibility and credibility in the marketing sector.
• Stagwell is positioning itself as a thought leader in the emerging metaverse market.

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• None.

NEW YORK and OXFORD, England, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced Chairman and CEO Mark Penn will join The Oxford Union, the world's most prestigious debating society, to debate the promises and pitfalls of the metaverse. The debate, "This House Would Live in the Metaverse," will explore the future of Web3 and the metaverse in the context of data and privacy, brand marketing, and ultimately, how the metaverse will transform the way people, countries, and communities connect. Stagwell invites press to attend the debate at 8:30 p.m. GMT+1 on Thursday, June 16; details to RSVP are below.

Stagwell Chairman & CEO Mark Penn to debate at The Oxford Union on the topic, "This House Would Live in the Metaverse."

Penn will argue on behalf of the metaverse as a platform that can transform how brands relate – and market – to consumers. Stagwell is excited about the potential of Web3 and currently counsels multinational brands on whether and how to enter the metaverse, including areas of investment to consider within augmented reality (AR), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), the creator economy, and other areas of opportunity.

"We've only just scratched the surface of AR, VR, NFTs and other emerging technologies in the metaverse, and I'm excited to join this expert group as we debate the possibilities," said Stagwell Chairman and CEO Mark Penn. "The metaverse provides an entirely new canvas for brands to build creative, digital experiences that connect consumers around the world."

Current confirmed debaters include:

Proposition Side

• Stagwell Chairman and CEO Mark Penn
• AGT International Chairman & Owner Mati Kochavi

Opposition Side

• University of Birmingham Professor Sylvie Delacroix
• Bloomberg and Techworld journalist Margi Murphy
• TechCrunch Editor-at-Large Mike Butcher

Journalists interested in attending the debate and/or connecting with Penn for an interview, please contact Beth Sidhu at beth.sidhu@stagwellglobal.com.

About Stagwell Inc.

Stagwell is the challenger network built to transform marketing. We deliver scaled creative performance for the world's most ambitious brands, connecting culture-moving creativity with leading-edge technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. Led by entrepreneurs, our 10,000+ specialists in 34+ countries are unified under a single purpose: to drive effectiveness and improve business results for their clients. Join us at www.stagwellglobal.com.

About The Oxford Union

Founded in 1823, the Oxford Union is a forward-thinking institution at Oxford University that strives to strengthen democratic values through free and fair discussion. Having invited illustrious guests from the Dalai Lama to Presidents Carter, Nixon, and Reagan, the Oxford Union allows its members to debate and question the modern thinkers of our time. Diversity, not only of opinion or politics but of all types, remains the lifeblood of the Union today, and continues to be so for as long as we are visited by the greatest and most knowledgeable speakers in the world. 

Contact: Beth Sidhu
beth.sidhu@stagwellglobal.com 
+1. 202.423.4414

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FAQ

What is the main topic of the debate Mark Penn is participating in for Stagwell on June 16, 2022?

The debate topic is 'This House Would Live in the Metaverse,' focusing on the promises and pitfalls of the metaverse.

How is Stagwell involved in the metaverse and emerging technologies?

Stagwell is counseling brands on entering the metaverse, particularly in areas like augmented reality, non-fungible tokens, and the creator economy.

Where and when will the Oxford Union debate take place?

The debate will take place at The Oxford Union at 8:30 p.m. GMT+1 on June 16, 2022.

What arguments will Mark Penn present in the Oxford Union debate?

Mark Penn will argue in favor of the metaverse as a transformative platform for brand marketing and consumer relations.

Who are the other confirmed debaters alongside Mark Penn at the Oxford Union?

Other debaters include Mati Kochavi, Sylvie Delacroix, Margi Murphy, and Mike Butcher.