The most innovative CMOs in the world - The Connectors

Business Insider has published its inaugural ranking of the 50 most innovative CMOs in the world.

Here we celebrate the "connectors."

These are the CMOs who have concocted the perfect blend of art and science; the marketers who are jumping to be first-movers with new technologies; and those who have formed key partnerships to connect their brands with the world's leading companies.

Scroll down to see who made the cut. Our "Connectors" list is organized in alphabetical order.

Additional reporting from Lori Janjigian and Hannah Roberts.