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  • Free of Charge to 25 young leaders

    ACI offers AFAA New Age Leadership Programme

    By Our Staff

     

    The Advertising Council of India (ACI) has announced a New Age Leadership Program between August 23rd and 26th 2023, under the aegis of the Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA) free of charge to 25 potential young leaders under 35 years of age.

     

    Says Srinivasan Swamy, Chairman AFAA: “ This is a real effort of industry Associations to give back to our industry and also help shape the future of our industry in a manner that tomorrow’s leaders are exposed to what we call a 4-day experiential and inspirational immersive event. The multi-city experience will be an all-expenses-paid learning opportunity covering Mumbai Ahmedabad and Surat.”

     

    Added Manish Advani, Founder and CEO MIMO Potentio, an eight-times TEDx speaker and recipient of the International Green Apple Award at the House of Commons in the British Parliament, who is the Program Facilitator: “The 25 young professionals could be young marketers, advertising executives, market research executives, digital and analytics executives, space/time marketing executives to mention a few areas. They will visit interesting corporates, institutions, cooperatives and interact physically and digitally with leaders from across India and even the world. I believe they can transform from promising young professionals to future leaders.”

     

  • The two-day Summit will be held virtually, and, as of August 8, and over 650 professionals (and some students) from across 25 countries have registered

    INMA South Asia News Media Summitt on Aug 11-12

    By Our Staff

     

    The International News Media Association (INMA, in short) is hosting its annual INMA South Asia News Media Summit this week. The two-day Summit will be held virtually, and, as of August 8, and over 650 professionals (and some students) from across 25 countries have registered.

     

    The central theme of the event is: ‘How South Asian news media are embracing cutting-edge strategies to shape the future of news publishing amidst disruption and transformation’.

     

    Speakers from across countries will share insights on: Generative AI in news media companies, Subscription journeys and what’s next, The future of news delivery formats, Developing technology and data capabilities, Digital advertising optimisation and Engaging experiences via innovation in print.

     

    To register: https://www.inma.org/modules/event/2023SouthAsiaMediaSummit/register.html

  • For Nominations & Details: www.willofsteel.org

    Journalism awards in memory of Ram Jethmalani

    By Our Staff

     

    Nominations have been invited for journalism awards with a prize purse aggregating Rs 14 lakh. The Jethmalani Prize in Journalism, under the Will of Steel Awards, has been constituted to honour the birth centenary year of veteran lawyer Ram Jethmalani.

     

    The Jury for the Awards includes; Justice Sharad A Bobde, Former Chief Justice of India (Jury Chair), Dr Harivansh Narayan Singh, Deputy Chairperson, Rajya Sabha, Dr Sasmit Patra, Rajya Sabha MP, Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Founder, Biocon, Prof Madhav Nalapat, Editorial Director, The Sunday Guardian, Raghu Rai, Photographer, Shekhar Mehta, Former President, Rotary International, Kalyani Shankar, Senior Journalist and Atul Kasbekar, Photographer.

     

    The awards ceremony will be held at the NDMC Convention Centre, New Delhi on September 15, 2023. The deadline for submission of nominations is  September 10, 2023. The Award is open to individuals and organisations under the following categories:

     

    Category 1 – The Jethmalani Prize for Journalism in Service to Humanity

    With Gold Medal & Award Purse of ₹ 14,00,000 ($ 17,000)

     

    To be awarded for ‘rare and noble contribution for the promotion of democracy, good governance in the spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakum’ – one world, one family’.

     

    Category 2 – The Jethmalani Prize for Legal Journalism

    With Copper Medal & Award Purse of ₹ 1,11,000 ($ 1,400)

     

    For the most effective use of mass media to disseminate accurate information in public interest of legal proceedings, judgments and legislations.

     

    Category 3 – The Jethmalani Prize for Empowerment

    With Copper Medal and Award Purse of ₹ 1,11,000 ($ 1,400)

     

    For the most effective promotion of gender empowerment, social upliftment of tribals and marginalised groups.

     

    For Nominations and Details: www.willofsteel.org

     

  • To be held on October 4 and 5

    India Today Conclave Mumbai is back

    By Our Staff

     

    The India Today Conclave Mumbai is back. It will be held on October 4 and 5.

     

    Designed on the lines of the flagship India Today Conclave held nationally, the conclave in Mumbai will act, notes a communique, as a catalyst for cutting edge ideas, futuristic visualizations, elaborate policy making debates.

     

    Said Kalli Purie, Managing Director, India Today Group: “The India Today Conclave has always brought unprecedented access to the world’s best professionals, philosophers, entertainment critics, artists, lawmakers and brightest minds from the industry debating topics that capture the nation’s attention. The Mumbai edition, as always, is sure to bring about stimulating conversations that will resonate long after the event.”

     

  • To support emerging women Unscripted Creators

    Banijay unveils Global Accelerator Programme

    By Our Staff

     

    Media and entertainment firm Banijay has launches a new global accelerator programme designed to exclusively support women creators with promising unscripted formats. Unveiled at a prestigious breakfast in Cannes for MIPCOM 2023, Banijay Launch is geared towards discovering and incubating untapped talent, to support the next generation of global franchise-makers.

     

    Initiated by Sharon Levy, Chief Executive Officer, Endemol Shine North America, and co-led by James Townley, Chief Content Officer, Development at Banijay, Banijay Launch will provide a selected women mentorship by Banijay’s global collective of creatives to aid them in developing bold new formats from concept to pitch to sale, thereby supercharging the group’s burgeoning pipeline.

     

    Said Sharon Levy, CEO, Endemol Shine North America: “As a group, Banijay is constantly exploring new ways to support the broader content community, diversify its pipeline and ultimately, sharpen its creative edge. With an undisputed track record of travelling IP, expansive cross-territory network of first-class producers, and industry-leading unscripted infrastructure led by Creative Networks, the business is primed to open its doors to yet-to-be-discovered creative minds. Through Banijay Launch, and the partnership with the Geena Davis Institute, we hope to welcome women creators who may be struggling to have their voices heard, setting a new narrative for the industry, and fostering the next generation of break-out unscripted formats.”

     

  • A 5-day cultural extravaganza

    TV9 Network presents Lifestyle Expo

    By Our Staff

     

    TV9 Network is announced the unveiling of the ‘TV9 Festival of India’, a five-day lifestyle expo to be held in Delhi.

     

    Said a spokesperson: “The ‘TV9 Festival of India’ is a jubilation of India’s multifaceted culture, where the nation’s finest art, music, food, fashion, will be showcased. This year, the festival unites people from diverse backgrounds to commemorate and admire India’s illustrious heritage and global connections.”

     

  • Also announces Jury Presidents

    Spikes Asia 2024 opens for awards submissions

    By Our Staff

     

    Spikes Asia, the award for creativity and marketing effectiveness in APAC, has announced that submissions are open for 2024, in addition to revealing the Jury President line-up.

     

    New for 2024 are the Gaming Spikes, which will celebrate creative work that connects people to brands through gameplay. Submissions will need to demonstrate how brands successfully tapped into complex gaming communities and seamlessly added real value to the overall gaming experience, while driving commercial success.

     

    Inaugural Jury President of the Gaming Spikes, Joey David Tiempo, Founder & CEO, Octopus&Whale, the Philippines, said: “Being the President of the Entertainment, Music, and Gaming Jury at Spikes Asia is a tremendous honour, especially with the exciting addition of the Gaming Spike in 2024. Gaming has evolved into a cultural force, infusing its creative potential into marketing that connects with dedicated communities around the world. It’s thrilling to witness this alongside the groundbreaking strides in entertainment and music. Asia’s longstanding dominance in gaming is finally being recognised – a testament to the incredible talent and innovation thriving in this dynamic region. Let’s embrace the future of creativity!”

     

    The Spikes Asia 2024 Jury Presidents have been named as the following:

     

    Brand Experience & Activation, Creative Commerce, Glass: The Award for Change, Integrated and Grand Prix for Good Jury President:

    Valerie Madon, Chief Creative Officer, APAC, McCann Worldgroup, APAC

     

    Creative Data and Innovation Jury President:

    Mandy Hou, Chief Digital Officer, EssenceMediacom, Mainland China

     

    Creative Effectiveness and Creative Strategy Jury President:

    Aditya Kanthy, CEO and Managing Director, DDB Mudra Group, India

     

    Design and Industry Craft Jury President:

    Takahiro Hosoda, Chief Creative Officer, TBWA\HAKUHODO, Japan

     

    Digital Craft and Social & Influencer Jury President:

    Jax Jung, Global Creative Director, Cheil Worldwide, Global

     

    Direct and Outdoor Jury President:

    Alice Chou, Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu Creative, Taiwan

     

    Entertainment, Gaming and Music Jury President:

    Joey David Tiempo, Founder & CEO, Octopus&Whale, The Philippines

     

    Film Jury President:

    Tony Bradbourne, Founder, Special, New Zealand

     

    Film Craft Jury President:

    Rob Galluzzo, CEO, FINCH, Australia

     

    Healthcare Jury President:

    Lyndon Louis, Executive Creative Director, BrandCare Asia, India

     

    Media Jury President:

    Sapna Nemani, Chief Solutions Officer, Publicis Groupe, APAC

     

    PR Jury President:

    Emily Poon, President, Asia, Ogilvy Public Relations, APAC

     

    Print & Publishing and Radio & Audio Jury President:

    Guan Hin Tay, Creative Chairman, BBDO, Singapore

     

  • With mantra: 'Break the Bias, together'

    IAA holds second edition of the Voice of Change summit

    By Our Staff

     

    The International Advertising Association (IAA) India Chapter, held the second edition of the Voice of Change summit: ‘Gender Portrayal from 30 seconds to 3 Hours’ last Thursday (November 9).

     

    After introductions and elucidation of the mission statements by Megha Tata, Co-Chair, IAA Women Empowerment Committee and Immediate Past President, IAA India Chapter, and Nina Elavia Jaipuria, Chairperson, IAA Women Empowerment Committee, there was an address by Cynthia McCaffrey from the Unicef “Gender inequalities in children’s lives and in the lives of those who care for them, hinder their growth, development, learning and eventually in reaching their full potential. Statistically, the lack of parity impacts girls and women the most but also disadvantages men and boys,” she said, adding: “Children observe and learn social cues from many forms of content including advertising and it plays a powerful role in shifting perceptions on gender roles. UNICEF is delighted to be the knowledge partner with IAA and its members on this very important journey to promote positive gender roles and practices through advertising, so every young person can live a life free from stereotypes and achieve their full potential”.

     

    A multi-lingual study powered  by  Google  AI  titled,  “Reflecting  India  –  An intersectional   and   longitudinal   analysis   of   popular scripted television from 2018 to 2022”, led jointly by the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media (GDI), the Signal Analysis and Interpretation Laboratory (SAIL) at the University of Southern California (USC) as the academic advisor, and the IAA as media studies advisor was also unveiled at the event. The study covered the 10 most popular scripted television shows in India across five languages – Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Kannada, and Telugu – between 2018 and 2022, according to the Broadcast  Audience Research Council (BARC), India.

     

    The study revealed several data-driven insights about representation in the India media and entertainment sector. Across all the shows analysed, young adults between the ages of 18 and 32 were seen the most, accounting for 75.6% of all characters present on screen, while characters with lighter skin appeared 8X more than characters with medium or dark skin tones. Female characters were present on screen and their names mentioned in dialogue more than male characters, amounting to over half of a show’s time, with 7 in 10 of all perceived female characters on screen typically being young and having lighter skin tones.

     

    Said Neha Barjatya, Director, Marketing, Google India: “Access to digital is crucial to opening up the gateways of information, opportunity and progress, and we’re committed to building products that empower everyone to use the internet with convenience and confidence. Bridging the digital gender gap is core to this, and we’re committed to doing our part to ensure women’s participation in the digital economy is equitable – be they as creators, innovators, or entrepreneurs. As an AI-first company, we’re delighted to power this groundbreaking study and join hands with GDI, SAIL and IAA to build a better understanding of representation in popular media, and inform the industry’s progression towards greater inclusiveness.”

     

    Chief Guest Khushbu Sundar, Founder, Avni Cinemas and Member of National Commission for Women, also spoke on the occasion.

     

    The event saw the felicitation of Gender Warriors, industry seniors who have “championed gender equity, and led by example as protagonists of change”. This included advertising veteran KV ‘Pops’ Sridhar, Dr  A L  Sharada, Director, Population First, and social activist Dr Shyam Sundar Paliwal.

     

    Additionally, the event also recognized the distinguished service of, and felicitated the IAA North Star awardees, Srinivasan Swamy, Chairman and Managing Director, R K Swamy and Ramesh Narayan, Founder, Canco Advertising, for their contribution to the IAA.

     

    The day also saw panel discussion with industry experts Sameer Nair, MD, Applause Entertainment; Aparna Purohit, Head of Originals, Amazon Prime Video; Gaurav Banerjee, Content and Business Head, Disney Star, journalist Anuradha Sengupta, Raj Kamble, Founder and CCO, Famous Innovation; Mansha Tandon, Head of Marketing, YouTube India; Dr A L Sharada, director-screenplaywWriter Renzil D’Silva and journalist Prasad Sangameshwaran, among others.

     

    The day concluded with a fireside chat with actor and activist Dia Mirza conducted by television host Atika Farooqui.

     

  • Swarup Bose (Celcius Logistics Solutions) was awarded Entrepreneur Of The Year

    ET Now hosts Leaders of Tomorrow Awards

    By Our Staff

     

    ET NOW hosted the 11th season of Leaders of Tomorrow Awards in New Delhi on Friday (January 12).

     

    Championing the success stories of India’s most innovative and resilient MSMEs and start-ups, Leaders of Tomorrow Awards recognised promising entrepreneurs and showcased upcoming and enterprising small businesses across 20 categories shortlisted through a pan-India screening process and then evaluated by a panel of jury.

     

    Delivering the opening remarks, MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network said: “For over a decade, Leaders of Tomorrow, India’s largest entrepreneurship platform has enabled and empowered the spirit of enterprise. Besides contributing to GDP and employment, SMEs, MSMEs and startups fortify the Industrial base through their pivotal role in economic cycles and supply chains. As we mark our latest edition, “Innovate to Elevate,” we proudly recognize 20 remarkable Entrepreneurs for their trailblazing products and ingenious strategies. These champions have not only shown resilience but an unwavering commitment to innovation. From pioneering revolutionary solutions to reshaping entire sectors, they are paving the way for sustainable economic growth on India’s path to being an Economic Superpower. We are thrilled to witness and cheer the rise of this new generation of entrepreneurs. I am confident that these Awards and our commitment to showcasing such entrepreneurial talent will continue to inspire countless individuals to script their own stories of entrepreneurial triumph.”

     

  • For its young professional members

    IAA to open doors to the Meta office

    The Indian Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA), has announced its next event for its Young Professionals (YP). On February 16, IAA’s Young Professionals will get a chance to visit the Meta office and interact with professionals from the social media giant.

    During this three-hour event, Meta professionals will discuss trends that they see in advertising in 2024, the best practices for advertisers using it, and also possible career options with them. Post the presentations, the Meta team will engage with the attendees during high tea.

    Said Avinash Pandey, President, IAA India Chapter: “The IAA Young Professionals membership is a fantastic platform for young professionals to connect, learn, and thrive in this ever-evolving world. Through this event with Meta, we aim to help educate them on how the social media giant functions, how it can be used to build  brands, and also most importantly what it offers for those looking for roles within the company.”

  • The theme: ‘The People’s Agenda’

    ABP Network’s ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0

    The ABP Network’s flagship event ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0 was last weekend (Feb 23 and 24) in Mumbai with much fanfare with the theme: ‘The People’s Agenda’.

    As many as 35 sessions with 60 speakers were held on subjects traversing a wide range of ideas and perspectives, diversity, and vision.

    Said Avinash Pandey, CEO, ABP Network: “It is a year of cataclysmic changes, yet a season of hope, resilience, and re-imagination. At Ideas of India Summit 3.0, we are focused on people of this great nation and beyond, their hopes, fears, and aspirations. Artists, authors, scientists, politicians, and musicians will debate and discuss the issues of our time, quickening our pulses and taking us into the sunlight of introspection and imagination.”

    Added Atideb Sarkar, Chief Editor, ABP Network, in his keynote address: “Another Idea of India could combine economic and social progress, care for the environment, pluralism, and national security. It could restore the constitutional balance between national unity and the dignity of the individual. It would have to show how more jobs could be created more humanely and it would need to be articulated by a leader who embodies these values and with whom young voters identify. India must answer two questions: If not Ram Rajya, then what? If not Modi, then who? Only then we will have a real contest!”

  • To give back 50% of entry fees at the Kyoorius Creative Awards 2024

    Kyoorius & Zee together again for KCA 2024

    Kyoorius has announced the twelfth edition of the Kyoorius Creative Awards and is going to be presented by Zee. Notes a communique: “The directive for 2024, is to galvanize the community to GiveBack to the industry that has given them so much. To kickstart the initiative, Kyoorius GivesBack, for every entry that does not make it into the first list (that is, beyond the first round of judging), Kyoorius will pay back 50% of the entry fee to the entrant.

    “A deep dive into the global awards ecosystem revealed that over 75% of all entries in any award show go unrewarded or are literally, rejected in the first round of judging itself.”

    Rajesh Kejriwal
    Rajesh Kejriwal

    Said Rajesh Kejriwal, Founder and CEO of Kyoorius: “Beyond recognising excellence, Kyoorius also stands to recognise obstacles,” adding: “Addressing the pain points of our entrants and the award ecosystem has always been our mission.”

    Punit Goenka

    Added Punit Goenka, MD and CEO, Zee: “We’re proud to continue our support for the Kyoorius Creative Awards and its newly launched ‘GiveBack’ initiative, building upon our longstanding commitment to fostering creativity and supporting the advertising fraternity.”

    The deadline for entries to the Kyoorius Creative Awards 2024 is April 19, 2024.

    Details at: kca.kyoorius.com.