VML & Ogilvy Japan is proud to announce that our Head of Integrated Creative, Soumya Bardhan (Rahul), has been selected to serve as a jury member for the Advertising Awards Asia Pacific 2026, hosted by MARKETECH APAC.

The Advertising Awards Asia Pacific is a prestigious celebration of creativity, innovation, and excellence in the advertising industry across the Asia-Pacific region. With the theme “Championing Advertising Innovation Across Asia Pacific,” the awards honor the campaigns, agencies, and individuals driving bold ideas and breakthrough solutions in a complex and evolving market landscape.

With over two decades of experience across Asia, Soumya is a social and digital-first expert who has worked in diverse sectors including beauty, FMCG, technology, and healthcare. He specializes in building practical ideas that merge creativity, technology, and audience insights, empowering brands to maintain cultural relevance and deliver consistent impact across modern platforms.

His appointment to the jury is a testament to Soumya’s expertise and contributions to the industry. VML & Ogilvy Japan is confident that his deep knowledge and experience will help discover the next generation of creative excellence in the Asia-Pacific region.