Farishte Irani, who had recently called it quits as Group Head- Copy at Dentsu Creative, India, has been enlisted as one of the winners in the global Next Creative Leaders competition.
Produced by The One Club for Creativity and The 3% Movement which recognizes women, trans, and non-binary creatives on the rise, the ninth edition of Next Creative Leaders competition has named 34 young creatives from 16 countries as the latest winners.
Next Creative Leaders is a free portfolio competition that identifies, celebrates, and gives a global platform to qualified creatives across all regions who are making their mark with both their work and a unique point of view on creative leadership that’s changing the industry for the better.
That being said, the entrants of the same were judged on four to six pieces of creative work and information about how they and their work are pushing the industry forward and making a positive contribution in terms of diversity, mentoring, and advocacy.
Each NCL winner receives a one-year complimentary individual membership with The One Club, with opportunities to participate in future One Club awards juries, and complimentary tickets to a One Club professional development conference ($1,000+ value), panels, and mentorship events.
Sharing his views on the development, Kevin Swanepoel, CEO, The One Club, said-
“For nearly two decades, The One Club has provided programming that helps improve the industry’s diversity and gender equality.
We’re proud to co-produce Next Creative Leaders, a competition designed to identify, elevate and give voice to creatives around the world who are making a real difference, opening doors, and inspiring the next generation.”
Adding to this, Kat Gordon, Founder and CEO, The 3% Movement, also said-
“It’s amazing what happens when you overtly invite creatives who aren’t the ‘usual suspects’ to share their work.
As every member of this year’s jury can attest, there is an embarrassment of riches to be found. The fact that many of these talented creatives also use their gifts to improve the industry itself makes Next Creative Leaders more than a creative competition, but a community-fueled driver of change. 3% is so proud to partner with The One Club for almost a decade on this initiative. It matters.”
