MAD STARS 2026 unveils 42 final jurors as June 15 entry deadline approaches
MAD STARS 2026 has announced its 42 final jurors and reorganized its entry categories into two main groups: SOLUTION and POSITIVE IMPACT. The awards aim to recognize creative work that addresses business challenges and generates meaningful societal change.
Why it matters
This restructuring reflects evolving industry standards that prioritize both commercial effectiveness and corporate social responsibility in global advertising.
Representing Australia and New Zealand on the MAD STARS jury are Strategy Executive Jury Chair Tara McKenty, Chief Creative Officer of AKQA Australia & New Zealand, Shane Geffen, National Executive Creative Director of HERO McCann, Mark Verhagen, Executive Creative Director of VML Brisbane & Perth and Rory McKechnie, Executive Creative Director of McCann New Zealand.
The article is a straightforward industry announcement with no political or ideological framing.
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