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United States

Xiaobi Pan

Lead Designer, Amazon

Xiaobi (Iris) Pan is a Lead Designer at Amazon and a globally recognized pioneer in Emerging Technology Design, known for shaping innovative, user-centered experiences at the forefront of digital innovation.

Currently a Lead Designer at Amazon, she leverages technologies such as Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence to reimagine the consumer experience with a focus on both business impact and social good. She is the creator of a sound-interactive installation experienced by over one million participants, an app dedicated to planting 100 million trees by 2025, and a portfolio of industry-leading, next-generation products and immersive experiences.

She is widely regarded as an expert in emerging technology design, bringing a rare blend of strategic vision, technical fluency, and creative leadership to her work. With a strong track record of translating complex innovations into intuitive, human-centered experiences, she continues to influence industry standards and inspire best practices across the global design and technology community.

United States

Linara Bozieva

Advisory Board Member, Enqo Corp

Linara Bozieva is a results-driven professional with extensive experience in global business strategy, program management, and business analytics. She has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and operational efficiency by successfully launching new programs and products and implementing impactful changes. Linara excels in leading cross-functional teams, building relationships with external partners, and identifying opportunities for business expansion.

Her passion lies in solving global challenges to enhance happiness and health, ensure safety, and protect vulnerable people, animals, and nature. Linara is committed to making a difference in the world through launching innovative products, connecting people, and fostering collaborations that transcend project boundaries and predefined roles.

India

Nidheesh Kavalan

Chief of User Interface Design, Nimo Planet

Nidheesh Kavalan is a strong creative person to solve the problems. Teams call him the perfectionist. He took the challenge to design an entirely new platform (Smart Glasses). As a leader, his quality reflects in simplifying the design, visual appearance, perfect color, and typography selection. But, most importantly, helping his team to grow. He comes up with ideas at light speed and creates quick prototypes to validate them, which is super important when designing a new platform. He enjoys solving problems and making beautiful products. His design quality and simplicity is appreciated by global companies including Apple.

United States

Anshul Sharma

Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Salesforce.com

Anshul Sharma is a Senior Engineering Manager based in the Bay Area, California, with a proven track record in driving complex projects and ensuring quality delivery. With expertise in software development and performance engineering, he excels in fostering team trust and empowering decision-making.

Throughout his career, Anshul has managed geographically diverse teams across the West Coast, East Coast, and India. At Salesforce, he led multiple performance engineering teams, supporting numerous development scrum teams. His role involved optimizing critical systems like Salesforce's Platform and Sales Cloud, Commerce Cloud, and other key domains. His technical skills are complemented by his proficiency in Agile methodologies and cross-functional team leadership.

Notably, Anshul successfully managed performance engineering for Salesforce Connect, Pardot, and Commerce Cloud's Order Management, significantly improving system efficiency and reducing performance-related incidents. Additionally, he enhanced the performance of Salesforce's Platform and Sales Cloud, ensuring their optimal functionality.

Looking ahead, Anshul aims to leverage his technical skills, leadership, and strategic vision to drive innovation and efficiency in larger-scale projects. He is committed to advancing performance engineering and software development, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in the industry.

United States

Santiago Villegas

CEO and Co-Founder, 1903 Public Relations

As the CEO and co-founder of 1903 Public Relations, Santiago Villegas leverages his extensive background in the field of public relations.

Villegas has collaborated with startups, publicly traded corporations, and governmental organizations to develop approaches that successfully entered markets and facilitated substantial multi-million-dollar deals and investments.

His previous positions have provided him with extensive expertise in various domains, including machine learning, cybersecurity, augmented reality, sustainable and renewable energy, agricultural technology, environmental technology, Salesforce, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), educational technology, and numerous others. He has orchestrated campaigns that achieved national recognition for clients, notably securing the cover of Forbes and arranging global TED Talks for them.

United States

Alice Jasmine Crippa

Creative Futurist, Zeus Jones

Alice Crippa is a true believer in the power of creativity to build a better future where we can all live in a more equal and nourishing society. With 10+ years of experience built working on the toughest clients’ challenges, she has a passion for complex projects inspiring deep industry shifts and the creation of new ways of working.

After winning awards at Leo Burnett Milan and FCB Chicago, she’s now one of the Creative Futurists at Zeus Jones (a B Corp!) actively partnering with audacious US companies focused on building today the best possible tomorrow, not just for themselves but for everyone.

As lecturing professor at Polytechnic University of Milan, she studies alternative brainstorming methods that help non-creatively-trained experts to be active, transformational forces in future-making. Alice Crippa is a relentless champion of timely human insights, value-building innovation, and culture-shifting executions.

Pakistan

Fizza Shah

Executive Creative Director, Grey Pakistan

Fizza Shah holds the position of Executive Creative Director at Grey Pakistan.
Shah is celebrated for her extraordinary capacity to introduce novel and unconventional concepts, and she has masterminded inventive marketing approaches for numerous distinguished Pakistani brands, such as Tapal, National Foods, Continental Biscuits, and Dalda Foods, to name a few.
She is also known for her tireless work ethic. She personally oversees the creative development for leading brands, ensuring that each project receives her undivided attention and expertise. Her dedication to excellence and hands-on approach have been instrumental in driving the success of these brands.

Japan

Masanori Eto

Director, Coordinator and Package Designer, ADBRAIN Inc.

Masanori Eto is the director, coordinator and package designer of ADBRAIN Inc.

With over 25 years in package design, he has ascended to the role of Creative Director for the Packaging Division at ADBRAIN, where he has contributed to both Japanese and international brands in Japan. Eto served on the board of the Japan Package Design Association (JPDA) until July 2022, where he was instrumental in public relations, leveraging design for regional development, and fostering international exchanges in the field of package design.

He has imparted his knowledge of package design and branding at various art schools and colleges across Japan—including Tokyo, Sapporo, Sendai, and Kobe—and in China, within cities such as Beijing and Shanghai, as well as in Taichung during the Asia Students Package Design Competition events. His upcoming endeavor involves educating web design students in branding and planning at Japan Electronics College.

China

Hao Shan

Creative Director, Founder, Cre+ Design

Hao Shan, the founder of Creplus Design Studio, established the studio in 2009. He currently holds the position of Director in the Department of Visual Communication at the School of Art, Design & Media within East China University of Science and Technology.

With a background in both Eastern and Western design education, extensive experience in design and management roles within leading French international design firms, and a wealth of hands-on involvement in international brand design projects, including L'Oréal, Garnier, Nike, SFR, Dassault, Renault, Citroën, Club Med, Nestlé, PMU, Disney, Bank of Communication, and more, Hao Shan's designs have garnered numerous international accolades.

Shan's reputation in the design art industry is a testament to his dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence. His extensive experience, creative vision, and contributions to international brand design projects have not only earned him recognition but have also left an indelible mark on the field.

Chile

Pancho Gonzalez

Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, Inbrax

Páncho Gonzalez is the Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer at Inbrax.

In his capacity as Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of a branding company, Gonzalez leads the development of strategic, story-driven brand experiences that connect creativity with measurable impact. He oversees the creation of integrated campaigns across digital and physical platforms, guiding teams in transforming ideas into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. His expertise spans branded content, artificial intelligence, digital marketing, marketing strategy, and full-funnel planning, allowing him to shape solutions that align brand vision with performance and long-term growth.

He is recognized with honors from international award programs and serves as a mentor with Acción Emprendedora, Female Foundry, and Red de Mentores. He also teaches as an MBA Professor at Miami Ad School and Universidad de Santiago de Chile, hosts the #IABDigitalTalks podcast, and coaches emerging talent through programs such as LIASON and D&AD.

United States

Mohamed DiaaEldin Osman

Executive Creative Director, JOAN Creative

Mohamed DiaaEldin Osman is an Egyptian-Dutch Executive Creative Director at Joan Creative, whose career reflects a deep appreciation for how true creativity can transcend language and culture.

He leads the creative department at JOAN, overseeing work for WNBA, Grayscale, eBay, Brawny, and new business initiatives, with a strong focus on building and nurturing multidisciplinary talent. His journey began at JWT Cairo in 2006, continued through Wieden+Kennedy Amsterdam, and now brings him to Ogilvy New York. Among his proudest projects is Nike Women Middle East’s “What Will They Say About You?” not for the awards it received, but for the conversation it sparked. For a brief yet powerful moment, it ignited Arab Twitter and drew international attention from outlets such as CNN, Reuters, and NPR.

With years of experience shaping global brands and guiding diverse creative teams, he is widely regarded as a trusted voice in the industry.

Malaysia

Jae Leong

Judging Committee Chairperson, International Awards Associate (IAA)

Jae Leong is the accomplished chairperson of IAA’s extensive judging committee.

As the chairperson, Leong assumes a leadership role, guiding the organization and spearheading initiatives to uphold quality and creative excellence in critical areas such as design, creative advertising, marketing communications, video production, and business. Additionally, she serves as a key award representative at IAA, consistently demonstrating success in overseeing assessments throughout her career.

She prioritizes the coordination of strategic arrangements among various jury panels, establishing herself as a standout figure in the industry. Demonstrating a keen sense of management, Leong has executed her role with precision, ensuring that each participant receives fair evaluations and unbiased assessments, underscoring the significance of integrity in maintaining the credibility of the judging outcomes. Furthermore, her collaboration with professionals globally has positioned her at the forefront of specialization, enabling the development of exceptional communication and relationship management skills.

United States

Lucas Ribeiro

Associate Creative Director, McCANN New York

Lucas Ribeiro is a Brazilian copywriter currently working as an Associate Creative Director. He has over 15 years of experience in advertising agencies and has worked for big clients, such as Budweiser, Stella Artois, Brahma Beer, Nissan, Peugeot, Citroen, Harley-Davidson, Kia, ESPN, Puma, among others.

United Kingdom

Ray Del Savio

Creative Director, VCCP NY

Del Savio’s illustrious career features many highlights, including winning a rare and coveted Titanium Cannes Lion for Prudential’s ‘Challenge Lab’. Along the way, there have been many big and small stops, from classic shops like BBDO and DDB to small boutiques like TAXI. The most recent stop was a nine-year stint at Droga5, starting as a Copywriter and rising to Executive Creative Director. Del Savio has handled some of the biggest brands in the US, such as Prudential, New Museum and Google and has countless creative awards to his name.

As the Executive Creative Director at VCCP NY, Del Savio looks after creative and design sectors for clients such as Whiteclaw, Soulcycle and T-Mobile Magenta. Most recently, Del Savio principally challenged the VCCP challenger attitude with his creative work for SoulCycle with the‘F#ck it, let’s ride’ campaign and his ‘Bring the Wave’ campaign for Whiteclaw.

United States

Krithika Chandramouli

Software Engineer, Meta

Kritihika Chandramouli is an experienced software engineer with 8 years of experience in a variety of industries like streaming services, fintech, and social media.

She brings a wealth of expertise and innovation to her role. With a keen eye for detail, she meticulously designs and develops software solutions that meet high standards of functionality and performance. Her role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enhance software applications, ensuring seamless user experiences. Chandramouli's commitment to staying abreast of emerging technologies makes her an invaluable asset, contributing to the continuous evolution of the software development landscape.

She thrives when she's working on solving complex people problems that lead to innovation in products. She is great at bringing a large group of people together to come up with complex solutions with several moving parts. She mentors young professionals, especially women, in the areas of career development in the tech industry.

Germany

Oliver Dietrich

Global CMO / Global CCO, Mission Mittelstand

Oliver Dietrich is a highly seasoned and celebrated creative professional who currently serves as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Creative Officer (CCO). He provides strategic marketing guidance and creative consultancy to up-and-coming firms and start-ups.

Dietrich plays a pivotal role in shaping the brand narratives and marketing strategies for burgeoning firms and startups, guiding them towards market relevance and growth. His strategic insights help these companies position themselves effectively in competitive industries, leveraging innovative marketing tactics and creative direction. His expertise is instrumental in transforming fresh visions into compelling stories and campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive business success. He is recognized worldwide for his expertise in omni-channel campaigns and integrated marketing innovations, skillfully capitalizing on his strengths in these areas.

Throughout his career, he has been associated with more than 400 international creative accolades, setting a nearly unmatched standard of excellence in his field.

Serbia

Nikolina Popovic

Lecturer,

Nikolina Popovic is a lecturer at Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) in Milan.

Popovic was a seasoned creative director with over 15 years of experience, specializing in the development of comprehensive marketing campaigns, re-branding initiatives, and design strategies for corporate identities. She is also skilled in storytelling and effective team management. Her expertise is complemented by her exceptional ability to collaborate across cultures and deliver compelling presentations, honed through her academic teaching background. Throughout her career, she has cultivated her professional journey within renowned networks such as Ogilvy, Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Grey, and Havas, gaining exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. She possesses expertise in various aspects of creative direction, encompassing concept creation, team leadership, art direction, brand development, identity design, creative problem-solving, digital media, and strategic creative planning.

Her unwavering commitment to her profession is evident in her continuous pursuit of excellence and dedication to delivering outstanding results.

United Kingdom

Anthony Jones

Creative Director, The Drawing Room Creative

Anthony Jones holds the role of Creative Director at The Drawing Room Creative, a company renowned for providing highly influential creative solutions in the United Kingdom.

In his capacity as the creative head of diverse and proficient creative and development teams, this role entails responsibilities such as team and line management, operational oversight, creative direction, strategic planning, art direction, and process management. He remains actively engaged in the creative process when necessary. Throughout his career, he and his teams have garnered accolades for their exceptional work, collaborating with globally renowned brands like ghd, BP, EA Games, DHL, Financial Times, Michelin, Nissan, Barclaycard, CITI Financial Europe, Shell, Crown Paints, Virgin, and LG.

Jones is dedicated to delivering high-quality and effective creative solutions for business challenges. His approach combines diverse perspectives, expert craftsmanship, and insight-driven strategy.

India

Deepa Venkatrao

Director Software Development, IQVIA

Deepa Venkatrao serves as the Director of Software Development, a mentor, a leader in people and culture, and is highly experienced in compliance management.

Venkatrao possesses over 18 years of extensive experience in software development, healthcare, and customer service. Her notable strengths lie in adeptly managing personnel and client relations within the business, along with her deep insights into the healthcare industry. She is a dedicated digital transformation expert, consistently working to elevate the benchmarks for customer service and healthcare business practices. Her outstanding accomplishments include receiving prestigious customer service awards on both international and Indian fronts, making her work globally recognized.

She possesses the ability to make firm decisions and is highly competent in addressing the needs of businesses, whether they are start-ups or well-established organizations. Additionally, she has a talent for guiding and empowering individuals while consistently providing exceptional satisfaction to customers.

United States

Akiko Yamashita

Immersive Media Artist / Creative Director, VTProDesign

Yamashita has produced award-winning multimedia works that go beyond technical wizardry to achieve an extraordinary level of artistry that immerse audiences in transcendent and meditative 3D experiences that few, if any, multimedia designers working today can achieve. Hana Fubuki interactive flowers projection exhibited in the Main Gallery at Artechouse DC as a part of In Peaks Bloom in Washington, D.C. Artechouse commissioned Yamashita’s multimedia talents based on her international reputation for creating interactive artwork that provide a unique sense of well-being to audiences. As one of the original members of VTProDesign, she has worked with many brands such as Google, Netflix, Meta, Nike and RayBan to create never-seen before immersive brand activation throughout the world. Her works combine storytelling with technologies such as projection mapping, LED, robotics to interactive audio-visuals. In recognition of her high standing and significant contributions, Yamashita was recently featured in a short film made for Apple MacBookPro launch keynote presented by Tim Cook as one of “the new generation of makers” recognized for trailblazing innovations.

Singapore

Larry Lim

Motion Director, Anchor Agency Pte Ltd

Larry Lim is a Motion Director of Anchor Agency with over 7 years of experience in motion graphics, broadcast, production, branding & social platforms. Prior to the founding of Anchor Agency, Larry has been with Facebook, as well as multiple productions and post-production houses, hence expanding his expertise beyond just motion graphics but also how social media is able to integrate design into our daily lives.

With his strong interest in design & entrepreneurship, he decided to embark on a new journey by starting Anchor Agency to pursue his ambitions to new heights. Being the Motion Director of Anchor Agency, he has worked with established clients such as Meta, Zespri, TikTok, Singapore Tourism Board, Conde Nast - The New Yorker Lab, MSIG, and Benjamin Barker. On top of illustrated animation and motion graphic content that live in both 2D and 3D spaces, Anchor's works can be seen as constantly redefining the animation art form with experimentation on different media, such as digital stickers or augmented reality.

United States

Sarthak Srivastava

Senior DevOps Engineer, Visa Inc

Sarthak Srivastava, an accomplished Senior DevOps Engineer at Visa Inc., boasts over five years of experience in the financial technology sector, where he has significantly improved DevOps processes by implementing advanced testing and automation techniques. He plays a crucial role in enhancing the synergy between development and operations teams to facilitate the rapid and secure deployment of software.

Srivastava earned his Master of Science in Computer Science from Wichita State University in the USA, a institution well-regarded for its computer science program.

In his professional journey, he has actively participated in the research and development sphere, holding memberships with the International Society for Engineering Research and Development (ISERD) and more. His dedication is evident in his relentless pursuit of excellence within the fintech DevOps landscape, where he has continuously sought to refine and innovate processes for more efficient software delivery. His commitment extends beyond his professional duties, as shown by his active engagement.

Portugal

Liliana Farinha

COO, WYcreative

In the realm of digital marketing, Liliana Farinha stands as the Chief Operating Officer at WYcreative, backed by a decade of experience.

As the Chief Operating Officer, Farinha's responsibilities encompass overseeing social media and web advertising initiatives, as well as managing complex website projects from specifications to implementation, among other communication assignments. Her portfolio features clients including NOVO BANCO, REN, Minipreço, Pestana Group, FOX International Channels, The Navigator Company, Casa da Música, Honda, MSD, Zippy, NOWO, BFA, LACS, L'Oréal, Sogrape Vinhos, Bayer, and more.

Her role is characterized by an unparalleled commitment to the digital sphere, a deep-seated passion for project management, and a unique talent for orchestrating teams. This combination of dedication and her innate ability to guide projects and lead teams stands as a powerful force behind the organization's achievements. Her determination is a driving ethos that fuels her quest for excellence.

United States

Ali Jaffar

Founder and Chief Experience Officer and Social Entrepreneur, Key Medium

Ali Jaffar, the Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Key Medium, is a social entrepreneur, design thinker, technologist, and a prominent leader in both the tech and design realms.

Jaffar heads Key Medium, overseeing the use of human-centered design, web development, and digital marketing to facilitate the growth and transformation of organizations. Key Medium's work has been honored with more than 50 international awards, and they've had the privilege of collaborating with clients such as J&J, The Forbes Funds, The University of Pittsburgh, and the State of NJ.

He has a strong passion for developing sustainable solutions that foster economic self-reliance and create a positive social impact. Additionally, he serves as a Board Member at Philadelphia OIC, an organization dedicated to offering workforce development training and assistance to individuals facing challenges.

United States

Natasha Mozz

Creative Director, Natasha Mozz

Natasha Mozz is an experienced graphic designer, creative director, with 20+ years of professional experience in branding and marketing. Among her clients are brands and agencies such as Droga5, BBDO, Adidas, PayPal, Under Armour, Lincoln Center, Facebook, Bayer, NYU Langone, Grayling, Nissan, Sequoia Capital, Buck, Royal Canin, Nissan, Ideas On Purpose, SpotCo, Method Studios, Sidewalk Labs, Vichy, Salt, Oscar Health, and Opendoor. Also, for a few years, she was teaching Typography and Concept Development at the British Higher School of Art & Design and she has a well-developed skillset for evaluating good design.

United States

Scott Berry

President, MarketCrest, LLC

Scott Berry has more than a decade of experience as a Senior Executive/Officer in billion-dollar Print Marketing and Direct Mail companies.

He is also the President of a full-service digital marketing agency, MarketCrest, LLC. His perspective comes from a strong return on investment (ROI) culture which has translated to enormous success for clients. As President of MarketCrest, he constantly evaluates the agency’s work to ensure it’s ready for clients and represents best-in-class deliverables. His team has won both national and international marketing awards including a Vega, NYX, NY Digital, TITAN, NYX and MUSE.

Scott admires creative people and enjoys recognizing exceptional marketing efforts and results. He is a bit of an adrenaline junkie having traveled the globe, jumped from planes, and scuba-dived in countless countries (he is a professional Divemaster and Assistant Instructor).

Italy

Patrizia Burra

Professional Photographer, Patrizia Burra Photography

Patrizia Burra is a renowned photographer that specializes in portraits and digital manipulation.
Over the course of her career, Burra has earned numerous international awards and honorable mentions. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications, and she has showcased her photography in both Italy and overseas. She holds the title of MQEP (Master Qualified European Photographer). This recognition is a testament to her exceptional talent and artistic vision.
Her work captures the beauty of the world around us, from the grandeur of nature to the intimate moments of everyday life. Her limited edition prints are highly sought after, as they are a one-of-a-kind piece of art that will last a lifetime. Her photography is a celebration of life, capturing the beauty of the world in a way that is both timeless and modern. Her limited edition prints are a perfect way to bring her art into your home.

Pakistan

Omar Qureshi

Creative Director, SadaPay

Omar Qureshi serves as the creative director for SadaPay.

Qureshi is a seasoned Marketing Communications (MarCom) professional, boasting over six years of both project-based and full-time experience in branding, content strategy and creation, as well as product marketing. He possesses a proven track record in research and project management, fueled by a deep-seated passion for assisting individuals in job searches, producing outstanding reports and presentations, offering creative advice to small and medium-sized enterprises, and developing innovative business solutions through design thinking.

Qureshi's role as Creative Director at SadaPay is marked by an unwavering commitment to innovation and a tireless pursuit of creative excellence. His drive is fueled by a desire to redefine the financial landscape through groundbreaking design and user experience. His dedication to his craft is evident in the meticulous attention to detail and the fresh perspective he brings to each project.