AD STARS Unveils First Round of Jurors

The AD STARS organising committee has unveiled part of this year’s final jury.

Among the judges this year is Brian Murray, ECD of Zulu Alpha Kilo. He has won over 500 awards, including the Grand Prix, at world-famous advertising festivals such as Cannes for the “Courage Is Beautiful” campaign, a creative solution to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic.

AD STARS have also invited Kathy Delaney, the global chief creative officer (CCO) of Publicis Health / Saatchi&Saatchi Wellness. Delaney will be executive jury of the category: Diverse Insights, Outdoor, Place Brand, Radio & Audio / PSA / Specialty (Pivot). She was also recognised as one of the 'Most Creative Women in Advertising' by Business Insider in the US.

In addition, AD STARS also included Lissette Guzman, creative content director of Pagés BBDO, and Nicolas Courant, the chief creative officer (CCO) of Ogilvy, Park Wannasiri, the chief creative officer (CCO) of Wunderman Thompson Thailand in the final jury.

AD STARS has built fairness and expertise by composing a jury of experts and leaders in the field of advertisement from all around the world. This year, AD STARS aims to select around 340 judges. 

Additionally, AD STARS is accepting entries until May 15th. 

AD STARS’ event will be held simultaneously in person in Busan’s BEXCO and Haeundae as well as online via the festival website. The event will take place from August 25th (Thu) to August 27 (Sat).

For more information on the AD STARS 2022, click here.