MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Association of Accredited Advertising Agencies of the Philippines (4As) is gearing up for the highly anticipated 26th Agency of the Year Awards (AOY) and bolstering its distinction as “The Award That Matters.”
Francine Kahn-Gonzalez, Chief Executive Officer of BBDO Guerrero, takes the helm as Chair of the 26th AOY Management Committee, leading a powerhouse team of industry veterans in recognizing groundbreaking work, impactful business practices, and the next generation of advertising leaders.
“In our industry, the saying ‘Iron sharpens iron’ has never been more true. We constantly push each other to be better, to think bolder, to create work that truly matters,” said Francine. “AOY is a testament to that collective drive for excellence. It’s a celebration of the brilliance that emerges when we challenge and inspire one another.”
The esteemed panel heads joining Francine Kahn-Gonzalez represent a diverse cross-section of expertise:
- Vice Chair and Panel Head for Research & Independent Agency of the Year: Eugene Manalo (Managing Partner at The Huddle Room)
- Panel Heads for Creative: The late CJ De Silva (Former Executive Creative Director at TBWA\Santiago Mangada Puno) and Maan Bautista (Executive Creative Director at VML Manila)
- Panel Head for Management of Business: JC Catibog (Country Chief Executive Officer at Dentsu Philippines)
- Panel Head for Market Performance: Vina Henson (Managing Director at DDB MNL)
- Panel Head for Industry Leadership and Community Service: Nina Jimenez (Chief Executive Officer at Woo Manila)
- Panel Head for Media Agency of the Year: Miko Manalo (General Manager at Starcom)
- Panel Head for Digital Agency of the Year: Russell Molina (Chief Digital Officer at Seven A.D.)
- Panel Head for Brand Experience: Jake Yrastorza (Managing Partner at Gigil)
- Panel Head for Production Excellence: Sue Ann Nolido (Vice President Business Development at Leo Burnett Group Manila and Country Head at Prodigious)
- Panel Head for The NextGen Award: Toni Tiu (Head of Strategy and Training Director at Ogilvy Philippines)
Mark your calendars for September 13, when AOY will shine a spotlight on the top performers across creative, media, digital, and activation agencies, as well as audio, film, and post-production houses. Awards will be presented in categories including creative work, business management, market performance, industry leadership, and community service.
Don’t miss out and secure your early ticket reservation by contacting secretariat@4Asphilippines.com.
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