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AdAsia 2025 invites India to Macau for a marketing carnival with desi flavour
MUMBAI: At Goafest 2025, Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA) chairman Srinivasan K Swamy took to the stage to give India’s adland a tempting invitation: Macau is calling. Promoting the upcoming 39 edition of AdAsia—Asia’s largest and oldest advertising congress—Swamy laid out a compelling case for Indian participation in this high-octane, cross-cultural marketing festival.
Scheduled for 27 August 2025, the event will take place in the glitzy heart of Macau and marks the 13 time AdAsia is being hosted in Asia since its inception in 1958. “Macau offers a vibrant, unique experience”, Swamy said, as he pitched the city not just as a conference host but as a creative playground.
Swamy noted that the lineup boasts over 30 global speakers, including several Indian industry stalwarts. “Known for top-tier content and speakers”, the event promises insight, inspiration, and a heavy dose of networking.
The push this year? More Indian presence. Swamy shared that the organisers are targeting over 100 Indian delegates and reassured the crowd that home comforts wouldn’t be missing. “Indian food and hospitality will be arranged”, he promised, garnering a few knowing laughs from the audience.
He closed with a rallying call for professionals across agencies, brands, and media to join the India delegation. “All are invited to join the India delegation”, Swamy said, making it clear that AdAsia 2025 isn’t just about geography—it’s about bringing the continent’s finest together on one stage.
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Gaëtan du Peloux of Marcel named jury chair for Abby Awards 2026
French creative leader to head Still Print category at Goafest this May
MUMBAI: Gaëtan du Peloux, co-president and chief creative officer at Marcel, has been appointed jury chair for the Still Print category at the Abby Awards 2026, powered by The One Club | The One Show.
Born in Paris and the eldest of seven siblings, du Peloux began his career as a copywriter at CLM/BBDO in 2003. Over the years, he has become one of the most celebrated French creatives of his generation, with over 400 awards to his name, including multiple Cannes Lions Grand Prix, D&AD Black Pencils and One Show best of show accolades.
At Marcel, the creative hot shop of Publicis Groupe, du Peloux and his creative partner, Youri Guerassimov, have produced landmark campaigns for national and international brands. Notable work includes “The Inglorious Fruits & Vegetables” for Intermarché, “The Black Supermarket” for Carrefour, “HackMarket” for Back Market, and “WoMen’s Football” for Orange.
Du Peloux also serves as president of the French Art Director’s Club and has participated in numerous creative festivals worldwide, including D&AD, Cannes Lions, One Show, Clio, LIA, Eurobest, Andy, NY Festival and French ADC. Outside work, he is a husband and father of three.
The Abby Awards 2026 Powered by The One Club | The One Show will take place during Goafest 2026 from 20 to 22 May in Goa, where du Peloux will lead the judging of the Still Print category.
