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Dubai Lynks announces the names of the heads of the awards judging panels. 2026.

Julian Callow of McCann The opening session will be chaired byFrom the Lynx Luxury Category Jury (Luxury Within the list World-class level for committee chairs

Dubai(News Desk): Dubai Lynks, the leading platform for creativity and events in the Middle East and North Africa region, has revealed the names of the heads of the judging panels who will oversee the awards for the year . 2026 These leaders are scheduled to meet in Dubai next March to guide their committees towards setting a new benchmark for excellence across the best creative and impactful businesses in the region. .

These leaders, from global chief creative officers and CEOs to award-winning innovators, represent the highest levels of creative and strategic expertise. . Their appointments reflect the rising momentum in the region’s content creation economy and the ongoing transformation of its landscape. . The list includes prominent names in the sector, among them : Judy Gunn, Global Chief Creative Officer at Edelman Marco Venturelli, Global Chief Creative Officer and CEO of Leo , will head the audio and radio broadcasting, and film, print and publishing categories. The Brand Experience, Activation, and Business Creativity category will be headed by Yasuharu Sasaki, Global Chief Creative Officer at Dentsu. At the top of the category

Digital crafts, social media accounts, and content creation; Chrissie Hanson, CEO of OMD USA , which will head the Lynx Media Award .

For his part, Ian Verserves, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dubai Links, commented, saying : Each year , the committee chairs play a pivotal role in raising the standard of the works honored by the Dubai Lynks Festival. . This year’s list offers a blend of global expertise and regional insights, reinforcing the role of the Middle East and North Africa region as a destination for global creativity. . We thank them all for their contributions to the task entrusted to them next March. ”

In another context, Julien Callow, chief creative director of Paris, was appointed McCann Global Chief Creative Officer for L’Oréal Brands Commercial in McCann Chairman of the inaugural edition of the Linx Luxury Committee ) Luxury (Lynx For the year 2026 His appointment highlights the importance of experience in crafting sophisticated narratives that resonate with the audience.

Global and local . Regarding his appointment, Calo said : ” I am excited, happy, and proud to lead this committee. ” . Luxury is a constant search for the exceptional; the exceptional in the craftsmanship behind fashion design, in the precision with which a jewel shines, in the engineering inside a car, and in the care taken when providing perfect service.

Luxury is never random. . It is a passion for what is ” Unusual” ” Therefore, we will search as a committee for works that carry the same torch. : Exceptional ideas . Bold . Unprecedented . An exceptional influence that drives culture . Exceptional stories, and exceptional feelings. . Exceptional professionalism and courage that exceeds all expectations. ”

For her part, Mariane Branelli, the global director of the awards, said ” Leons” :” The heads of the judging panels represent prominent leaders in creativity and strategy from different parts of the world. . Their influence and perspectives will help us continue to set the standard of excellence in the region. . With the launch of the Lynx Luxury Awards, we are beginning a new phase in the way we celebrate creative excellence in the Middle East and North Africa region. . Luxury brands strike a balance between their rich heritage and innovation, while adapting to changing consumer values and new definitions of luxury. . This new award sets a new standard for a rapidly changing sector. . Julian Calo’s experience, as the first chair of a judging panel for this category, helps guide the panel to celebrate excellence in creative communications for luxury brands in the region. ”

Dubai Lynks Arbitration Committee Chairs 2026

Audio broadcasting and radio, films, printing and publishing

Judy John | Global Chief Creative Officer, Edelman In the world

Brand testing and activation, commercial creativity

Marco Venturelli | President and Chief Creative Officer, Leo Chief Creative Officer, Groupe Publicis France, and the CEO and Chief Creative Officer, Conseil Publicis In the world

Design, Craftsmanship

Josefina Casillas | Vice President, Chief Creative Officer, and General Manager for the Spanish-speaking Latin America region at [Company Name] .R/GA

Digital crafts, social media accounts and content creation

Yasuharu Sasaki | Global Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu In the world

Direct marketing, direct and external advertising

Joji Jacob | Chief Creative Officer, Havas , Southeast Asia and North Asia

Entertainment

Lawrence Loli ( Thompson | Global Joint Chief Creative Officer, Group Saatchi M+C In the world

Filmmaking

Zia Manduival | Exit, Finch , New Zealand and Australia

Healthcare

Tash Besher | Creative Director, Health Syenos In the world, and in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region