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Two globally acclaimed creative leaders.
One rare afternoon with APAC’s creative community.

In the lead-up to the 47th AWARD Awards, AWARD will bring together Australia’s creative community for a formal sit-down lunch featuring 2026 AWARD Awards Jury President Samira Ansari and special guest David Droga.

Marking the return of AWARD’s Jury President keynote lunch, this one-off Sydney event offers a rare opportunity to hear from two internationally recognised creative leaders who have built extraordinary careers at the highest levels.

Ansari, Chief Creative Officer of Grey US, will share perspectives from the frontlines of modern creativity and brand building, while Droga, founder of Droga5 and Vice Chair of Accenture, joins for an exclusive fireside chat.

Expect sharp thinking, candid conversation, industry connection and a timely celebration of creative ambition ahead of AWARD Awards week.

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Samira Ansari

( Jury President &
CCO, Grey US )

Samira Ansari (Jury President & CCO, Grey US)

Samira Ansari is one of advertising’s most progressive creative voices, recognised for breakthrough work that blends innovation, cultural relevance and commercial impact for brands including Apple, Volvo and Coca-Cola. Working at the forefront of where creativity, technology and culture intersect, she brings a fresh perspective on what modern creative excellence demands in today’s rapidly evolving industry.

David Droga (Founder, Droga5 & Vice Chair, Accenture)

David Droga

( Founder, Droga5 &
Vice Chair, Accenture )

David Droga is one of Australia’s most accomplished creative exports, having built Droga5 into one of the most awarded and respected agencies in advertising history. Rarely appearing at industry events in Australia, this session offers an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from a creative entrepreneur whose thinking has redefined what ambitious ideas can achieve for brands, business and culture.

Event

Details

DATE

Wed 12 August 2026

TIME

12:00pm – 4:00pm

LOCATION

MEMBER PRICES

SINGLE

$380

(ex. GST)

Table of 12

$4,560

(ex. GST)

NON-MEMBER PRICES

SINGLE

$450

(ex. GST)

Table of 12

$5,400

(ex. GST)

FURTHER

Information

Get in touch with Jean Probert,
Head of Awards and Events

Phone 0402 906 505

Email jean@adcouncil.org.au

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