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AKQA and Spotify honour Global Innovators at Future Lions 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Future Lions, the annual global competition in partnership with AKQA and the Cannes Lions,  has announced the Grand Prix and winners on the Spotify Beach. This year’s Grand Prix winner is “Break the Sound Barrier.” The winning team will collaborate with Spotify and AKQA to explore ways to bring their idea to life. Future Lions has become one of the most coveted honours for emerging design, creative, and advertising talent. The year’s competition, now in its 19th year, together with partners Spotify and The Wall Street Journal, encourages young innovators…

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Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+ 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Most Loved Workplaces®, and Newsweek have launched Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+ 2024. I enclose their comments and link to the list here: At Most Loved Workplaces®, we understand that a fulfilling work experience goes far beyond just a paycheck and benefits. It’s about fostering an environment that truly inspires and empowers all employees. That’s why we’re proud to present the 2024 Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+. This list recognizes exceptional organizations around the globe – companies operating internationally – who champion LGBTQ+ inclusion. We celebrate their commitment to creating…

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AKQA Future Lions launches Tom Bedecarré School of the Year Award

Stuart Mitchell

AKQA Future Lions has launched the Tom Bedecarré School of the Year Award in honour of Tom Bedecarré, AKQA’s Chairman Emeritus. Ajaz Ahmed, CEO of AKQA, said: “Tom Bedecarré’s incredible career is defined by his ability to nurture, guide and develop the next generation of leaders and innovators. Tom has made a unique and lasting contribution to AKQA, for which I will always be immensely grateful. Through his relentless dedication to entrepreneurship and inclusivity, Tom is a brilliant leader who has mentored creators and students to reach the highest peaks…

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AKQA recognised as the 9th Most Loved Workplace in the World by Newsweek

Stuart Mitchell

AKQA has been certified and recognised by Newsweek as a Top Ten Global Most Loved Workplace. The certification is backed by analysis from the Best Practice Institute. Newsweek commented: “AKQA’s culture is built on trust, recognition and accountability for living the company values. The culture calls for actions over words, stresses transparency and respect, and encourages collaboration and growth. Employees are empowered to create their own work through the AKQA Framework. There are ample opportunities for employees to collaborate with the aim of making the customer’s life better.” Ajaz Ahmed,…

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Future Lions 2023 Roars for a Safer Planet

Stuart Mitchell

Future Lions, AKQA and Cannes Lion’s annual global competition which celebrates young people’s bold and progressive ideas, is now open for entries. This year’s Future Lions theme is a call for young people to protect what is most important about our home planet – life itself. Celebrating its 17th year, AKQA is proud to announce Volvo Cars as the official client partner and Forbes CMO Network as the media partner for Future Lions 2023. Feeling safe is about much more than physical safety. The rise in awareness of mental health…

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