NEW YORK, USA – Josy Paul, Chairperson and Chief Creative Officer, has been appointed as Jury Chair for the Public Relations category at the upcoming 2026 Clio Awards – one of the world’s most prestigious honours celebrating creativity in advertising and communications.
The appointment recognizes Paul’s long-standing contribution to the industry and his pioneering approach to purpose-driven creativity. The Clio Awards’ 2026 program will assemble over 100 creative leaders from around the world. Jury sessions will be held at JA Resort & Spa in Dubai, where members will determine the Grand, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Clio winners across categories.
Speaking about his role, Josy Paul said: “Public relations has evolved into a powerful force that shapes culture and behaviour. It’s about sparking meaningful conversations and driving genuine action. As Jury Chair, I look forward to celebrating work that not only captures attention but earns belief – work that moves people, and markets.”
This marks another milestone for BBDO India, whose work has consistently been recognized on the global stage for blending creativity with social impact. Under Paul’s leadership, the agency has produced some of India’s most loved, globally recognized and culturally resonant campaigns.
The 67th Annual Clio Awards will take place on May 12, 2026, at Cipriani 25 Broadway in New York City.
Clio Awards Jury Chairs
Audio & Audio Craft: Nancy Crimi-Lamanna, CCO, FCB Canada
Brand: Perry Fair, Global Head of Creative, Mattel, Inc.
Branded Entertainment & Content Jury: Javier Campopiano, Global Chief Creative Officer, McCann World Group
Creative Business Transformation, Effectiveness & Strategy: Ariana Stolarz, Global CSO, Accenture Song
Design: Sally Anderson, CCO, MetaDesign China
Creative Commerce & Direct Jury: Alexander Schill, Global CCO, Serviceplan Group
Digital/Mobile & Experience/Activation Jury: Debbi Vandeven, Global CCO, VML
Film: Rodrigo Jatene, CCO, LATAM, Wieden+Kennedy
Film Craft, Animation & VFX: Yannis Konstantinidis, Co-founder & Creative Director of NOMINT
Film Craft, Copywriting Jury: Carlos Camacho, CCO, Gut Asia
Film Craft, Direction & Cinematography: Emma Lundy, Executive Producer and Partner, Giant Films
Film Craft, Editing Jury: Rich Orrick, Founding Partner/Film Editor, Work Editorial
Film Craft, Movie & Sound Design Jury: Claudia Incio, Founder & Music Director, Agosto Music
Film Craft, Production Design Jury: Lora Schulson, Global Chief Production Officer, 72andSunny
Media Jury: Asmirh Davis, Founding Partner & President, Majority
Print & Out of Home: Liz Taylor, Global CCO, Ogilvy
Public Relations: Josy Paul, Chairperson & CCO, BBDO India Private Limited
Social Media Jury: Amy Ferguson, Partner & CCO, Terri & Sandy
For more information about the Clio Awards, visit www.clios.com.
