The ABBY One Show Awards 2024, a prestigious event celebrating excellence in advertising, has announced the appointment of two distinguished professionals, Jon Austin and Kate Stanners, as jury Chairs for key categories.

Jon Austin, co-founder of Supermassive in Sydney, Australia, renowned for his creative leadership, has been appointed as the jury chair for the branded content & entertainment category. With a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years, Jon’s innovative contributions to the advertising world have earned recognition at major global awards shows.

Apart from his achievements in advertising, Jon’s background in commercial music and his passion for popular culture have resulted in notable accolades, including a #1-charting Christmas carol and a world-first gamified model of ecotourism. His impact on the tourism industry, including a groundbreaking platform for Tourism Fiji, has been acknowledged globally.

Kate Stanners, Chairwoman and Global Chief Creative Officer at Saatchi & Saatchi, brings her extensive 18-year experience to the role of Jury Chair for the Film Cinema Digital OTT category (above 1 min duration). Recognized as one of AdAge’s ‘Women to Watch,’ Kate has played a pivotal role in transforming Saatchi & Saatchi, fostering a spirit of “Nothing Is Impossible.”

Based at Saatchi & Saatchi’s London headquarters, Kate oversees the agency’s creative output and works with global clients such as Visa, UBS, Beiersdorf, and Deutsche Telekom. As a founding partner of the groundbreaking agency, St Lukes, her commitment to progressive work and revolutionary practices has set her apart in the industry.

The ABBY One Show Awards 2024 will take place during Goafest 2024 on the 29th, 30th, and 31st of May. This annual event celebrates outstanding creativity and innovation in advertising, and the inclusion of Jon Austin and Kate Stanners as jury chairs adds significant expertise to the evaluation process.

For more information about The ABBY Awards and Goafest 2024, please visit ABBY Awards Website.