Advertising Club of Madras unveils first set of jury team for MADDYS 2024
This year's MADDYS will have 146 award categories
The Advertising Club of Madras has unveiled the jury team for the 42nd MADDYS 2024, alongside an expanded awards showcase.
The Advertising Club of Madras has announced the return of its flagship event – the 42nd MADDYS 2024. This year's MADDYS promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with 146 award categories that encompass the latest trends and innovations in advertising.
What's New?
MADDYs 2024 boasts a refreshed award segment structure, simplifying the entry process for agencies and individuals. Categories span across Creative, Digital, Media, and Unpublished, catering to every aspect of the advertising landscape.
Introducing Digital Agency Of The Year & Client Of The Year
In addition to the coveted Creative Agency Of The Year & Media Agency Of The Year awards, MADDYS 2024 introduces Digital Agency Of The Year & Client Of The Year categories to recognize excellence in digital advertising.
Jury Unveiled for 42nd MADDYS 2024 Awards
The esteemed jury composition includes Creative Visionaries, Industry Leaders, Marketing Experts, and Media Experts, from Chennai, national & international market ensuring that the awards are judged with the utmost rigor and objectivity. Their diverse perspectives will celebrate the breadth and depth of the advertising industry.
Commenting on the first set of Jury composition, the President of Ad Club Madras, S Balasubramanian said “This diversity of perspectives will help ensure that the MADDYS 2024 truly celebrates the breadth and depth of the advertising industry. Hence, we have individuals who are experts in their own domain and who can evaluate and view the works through different set of lenses”
Confirmed Jury Members for MADDYS 2024:
- Anil Kumar P.K, ECD and Head of Creative, McCann Health India
- Anupama Ramaswamy, Chief Creative officer, Havas Worldwide
- Ayushman Chiranewala, CMO, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital
- Ayyappan Raj, Co-founder, The Script Room
- Babita Baruah, CEO, VML India
- Balaji C.S, Chief Marketing Officer, GRT Jewellers India Pvt Ltd.
- Girish Ramdas, Co-founder and CEO, Magzter. New York
- Gopa Menon, Head of Digital, South Asia, Mindshare
- Manmohan Anchan, Director, MANMOHAN ANCHAN- ART•DESIGN•PHOTOGRAPHY•FILMS
- Mark Titus, VP-Marketing, Nippon Paint India (Decorative) Group Marketing Lead,NIPSEA
- Naresh Gupta, Co-founder and CSO, Bang in the Middle
- Navneet Virk, Sr. VP & Creative Director, R K Swamy
- Nikhil Narayanan, Head of Creative Strategy, Zlade
- Rahul Jauhari, Founder & Managing Partner, Flibbr™ Consulting Services
- Rajesh Mani, VP - Marketing and Corporate Communications, Ashok Leyland Ltd
- Santosh Padhi, Chief Creative Officer, India, Weiden & Kennedy
- Shabaz Ali, Founder, Outthink & Former CCO, M&C Saatchi, Singapore
- Tista Sen, Creative Brand Consultant, Tista (formerly with JWT)
- Vani Gupta Dandia, Founder, Cherry Peachplum Consulting & Ex Pepsi Foods
- Venkat Malik, Co-Founder, Tidal 7
- Vikas Chawla, Co-Founder, Social Beat
- Vishnu Srivatsav, National Creative Director, 22 Feet
Surej Salim, Secretary of Advertising Club Madras, said, “As we continue to unveil the esteemed members of our jury for MADDYS 2024, we are excited to showcase the range of expertise and diverse perspectives they bring. Each member's deep understanding and knowledge underscore our dedication to honouring outstanding creativity and innovation in advertising. Stay tuned for exciting updates.”
