First-ever Indian appointed to lead Asia Jury for 2026 edition
Mumbai, 3rd October 2025: The ANDY Awards has announced Raj Kamble, Founder & CCO of Famous Innovations, as the Asia Chair for the 2026 ANDY Awards Regionals, marking the first time an Indian has been appointed to this prestigious position.
Kamble joins an esteemed lineup of Regional Chairs from across the world:
Yaa Boateng – CCO & Managing Director, The Storytellers (Africa)
Youri Guerassimov – Co-CCO & CEO, Marcel (Europe)
Josefina Casellas – VP ECD & General Manager SS LATAM, R/GA (LATAM)
Emma Robbins – CCO, M&C Saatchi (Pacific)
Federico Fanti – Regional CCO, FP7 McCann (SWANA)
The ANDY Awards Regionals provide a unique gateway to the global stage. Unlike conventional awards, entry into the Regionals is free, with fees applicable only if shortlisted by the Regional Jury for the Global Awards. With 90% of ANDYs-winning ideas going on to secure wins at Cannes Lions, D&AD, The One Show, Clios and other major international festivals, the program is widely recognized as a predictor of global creative success.
Sharing his excitement, Raj Kamble said: “I’m thrilled to be chairing the Asia Jury at this year’s ANDY Awards Regionals. The ANDYs have always stood for fearless creativity and bold ideas. With 90% of this jury having served as Jury Presidents at shows like Cannes Lions, D&AD and The One Show, we have the chance to not only recognize but also advocate for groundbreaking work from Asia. Let’s push creative boundaries together and make waves on the global stage.”
The ANDYs continue to strengthen their mission of celebrating creativity, innovation and effectiveness. By turning jurors into advocates, the awards ensure that winning work garners recognition regionally and builds momentum on the world’s biggest stages.
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The ANDY Awards, established in 1964, is one of the industry’s most respected award programs, recognizing the best in global creativity and innovation. It serves as a launchpad for bold ideas, setting the benchmark for future-facing creative excellence.
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