Recognition Event 2025: Celebrating Pioneers in Their Fields
In the heart of 2025, the advertising industry gathered for the prestigious IAA Leadership Awards ceremony, an event that was published on Aug 11, 2025, and can be found on our website, as well as the IAA Leadership Awards page.
The ceremony was marked by the recognition of industry stalwarts who have made significant contributions to the field. One such individual is Ramesh Narayan, a veteran leader who has dedicated decades to ethical leadership and driving social impact through advertising.
Ramesh Narayan, the founder of Canco Advertising, was honoured with the 'Force for Good' Award. His commitment to social causes, visionary leadership, and pioneering role in the advertising industry have earned him this well-deserved accolade.
Ramesh Narayan's journey in the advertising industry spans over three decades. He served as President of the Advertising Club and the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI). He also chaired the ABBY Awards Governing Council at the GoaFest advertising festival and was the first Indian to judge the finals of the Effie Awards in New York.
His dedication to the industry extends beyond agency leadership. He has been a key figure in driving industry collaboration and innovation, helping shape the evolution of Indian advertising over many decades.
The IAA Leadership Awards 2025 also recognised other industry luminaries. Mohit Joshi, Havas Media, was named IAA Media Agency Head of the Year. Senthil Kumar, VML, received the IAA Creative Agency Head of the Year Award. Kevin Vaz, JioStar, was honoured with the IAA Media Person of the Year Award.
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The IAA Leadership Awards ceremony is a testament to the industry's commitment to recognising and celebrating outstanding contributions. Ramesh Narayan's award is a reminder of the importance of ethical leadership and social impact in the advertising world.
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- The distinguished event, IAA Leadership Awards, held in 2025, highlighted the achievements of influential individuals in the advertising industry, such as Ramesh Narayan, who received the 'Force for Good' Award for his dedication to ethical leadership and social impact.
- In the realm of media, Havas Media's Mohit Joshi was acknowledged as the IAA Media Agency Head of the Year at the same event, while VML's Senthil Kumar was honored with the IAA Creative Agency Head of the Year Award.
- JioStar's Kevin Vaz was also bestowed the IAA Media Person of the Year Award, underscoring the diverse spectrum of talent and accomplishments within the advertising industry.
- For those interested in staying updated on the latest news and developments in the advertising industry, our website offers a mobile application that delivers real-time updates, making it a valuable resource for over 2M industry professionals worldwide.
