Announcing Jury Presidents for Ambient & Activation|Print|Poster|Billboard andĀ Branded Content & Entertainment: Guan Hin Tay andĀ Juan Woodbury
24 May 2023
LONDON INTERNATIONAL AWARDS ANNOUNCES
JURY PRESIDENT GUAN HIN TAY OF BBDO FOR
AMBIENT & ACTIVATION; PRINT; POSTER & BILLBOARD AND
JUAN WOODBURY OF DENTSU FOR
BRANDED CONTENT & ENTERTAINMENT
London International Awards announces the Jury Presidents and Jurors for the Ambient & Activation; Print; Poster and Billboard and Branded Content & Entertainment competitions.
Guan Hin Tay, Creative Chairman of BBDO Singapore and a profound alchemist of creative success will lead the Ambient & Activation; Print; Poster and Billboard Jury.
Tay, stated, "We seek innovative ideas that challenge conventional thinking within the category. It not only drives business growth, but also has a positive impact on society. It's a tremendous honour and responsibility, and I am excited to serve as LIA Jury President."
Juan Woodbury, Global Head of Branded Content & Entertainment at Dentsu Creative will lead the 2023 LIA Branded Content & Entertainment jury. Juan is a Creative Director, TV Producer, Photographer, DJ and Grammy Award Winner – his multi-faceted creative expertise will serve him well when he leads this globally diverse jury as they deliberate on the work that’s primary intention is delivering an entertaining and engaging experience to consumers.
“As Jury President of the Branded Content & Entertainment jury at LIA, I'm filled with excitement. This role signifies the importance of entertainment and its cultural impact on the world in every category. Branded content and entertainment have become essential in our interconnected, fast-paced world. They have the ability to captivate audiences, transcend traditional advertising, and leave a lasting impression. The power of storytelling through entertainment is unmatched when it comes to engaging, inspiring, and resonating with people. At LIA, they recognize the profound influence of branded content and entertainment. Whether it's through short films, virtual experiences, documentaries, or interactive campaigns, these creative endeavors shape our society. They touch hearts, challenge perceptions, and foster connections beyond brand loyalty,” stated Juan.
He went on to say, “Our focus goes beyond marketing messages. Branded content and entertainment have the capacity to amplify marginalized voices, address social issues, and ignite conversations. They serve as catalysts for positive change, exploring diverse perspectives and driving movements. As the chair of this esteemed jury, I'm honored to witness the industry's innovative genius. Together, we will celebrate the extraordinary power of creativity to entertain, inspire, and transform the world. Join me on this journey where storytelling breathes life into brands and shapes our cultural tapestry.”
"This year we are honored to have Juan Woodbury and Guan Hin Tay chair two elite groups as they judge LIA 2023. The full juries, including the jury presidents will be traveling from six different continents to gather in Las Vegas for our onsite judging,” said Barbara Levy, President of LIA.
AMBIENT & ACTIVATION; PRINT; POSTER & BILLBOARD JURY
Lauren Costa
Executive Creative Director
JOAN Creative
New York |
Gian Carlo Lanfranco
Co-Founder / CCO
L&C NYC
New York |
Yehoon Lee
VP / ECD
Cheil Worldwide
Seoul |
Jonathan McMahon
Executive Creative Director
Special
Auckland |
Joana Mendes
President
Clube de Criação
São Paulo |
Fred Saldanha
Global Chief Creative Officer
VMLY&R |
Joe Sciarrotta
Deputy CCO, Worldwide
Ogilvy Worldwide |
Jen Speirs
Executive Creative Director
Droga5
Dublin |
Alvar Suñol
Co-President / CCO
Alma DDB
Miami |
Marielle Wilsdorf
Chief Creative Officer
GGH MullenLowe
Hamburg
BRANDED CONTENT & ENTERTAINMENT JURY
Otto Bell
Chief Creative Officer
CNN Worldwide
New York |
Carla Del Porto
Group Creative Director
TBWA CHIAT DAY
New York |
Diego Gueler Montero
Chief Creative Officer
draftLine by AB InBev
Buenos Aires |
Anna Lichnog
Executive Creative Director
antoni Berlin
Berlin |
Lulu Lu
Chief Creative Officer, Taipei
Wunderman Thompson
Taipei |
Kabelo Moshapalo
Chief Creative Officer
Ogilvy South Africa
Johannesburg |
Thamakorn Ruchakityanon
Creative Director
Sour
Bangkok |
Micah Walker
Chief Creative Officer / Founder
Bear Meets Eagle On Fire
Sydney |
Regan Warner
Executive Creative Director
McCann London
London |
The juries will gather on-site in Las Vegas to view every piece of work in their respective categories. LIA has no pre-judging. This ensures that all work will be judged equally through careful deliberations and robust discussions.
Key Dates: Initial Entry Deadline: June 15, 2023
No Late Fees. Ever. No Upload Fees.
Eligibility: Work submitted must initially be released, published and/or broadcast in a commercial environment with client approval from July 01, 2022 through August 31, 2023.
Onsite Judging: October 07 through 15 2023
Winners Announced During LIA Judging
Of The Year Awards Announced: November 06