ECU’s Diane Slade named amongst International Advertising Association global champions

The International Advertising Association 75th Anniversary Leadership Forum – What’s Coming Next?, closed with a glittering Gala Dinner at The InterContinental Park Lane London on Thursday night, at which individuals from the association’s membership were recognized for leadership and vision and the commitment to excellence in communications and for their contribution to worldwide advancement of the International Advertising Association.

ECU’s Diane Slade – IAA Vice President, Education –  was among the 56 individuals from 25 countries that were named IAA 75th Anniversary Champions. Twenty-four corporate members including Dentsu, Dow Jones, BBDO, Ogilvy & Mather, Microsoft and Y&R were also honoured.

Faris Abouhamad, IAA Chairman and World President, said “Since its founding in 1938 the IAA has championed many industry issues, values and advancement of knowledge around the world. So our 75th Anniversary celebration was the perfect moment to recognize those individuals and companies who have made a lasting contribution to the industry and above all – the International Advertising Association”.

The International Advertising Association (IAA), headquartered in New York, was founded in 1938 to champion responsible marketing. The IAA, with its 56 chapters in 76 countries, is a one-of-a-kind global partnership whose members comprise advertisers, media, advertising and public relations agencies, media companies, and academics. The IAA is a platform for industry issues and is dedicated to protecting and advancing freedom of commercial speech, responsible advertising, consumer choice, and the education of marketing professionals.