The IAA is the only international organisation that brings together Advertisers, Agencies, the Media and practitioners in all aspects of marketing communications into one professional body to promote matters of common interest.
International Advertising Association
IAA THOUGHT LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST FORUM
THE AGENCY OF THE FUTURE
Agency, Clients and Media professionals and thought leaders will discuss new models and challenges for creativity, collaboration and effectiveness in a changing communications landscape.
Moderated by Paul McIntyre – Editor-in-Chief, AdNews, with panel speakers: John Steedman – Chairman CEO, GroupM Australia; Sudeep Gohil – CEO, Droga5; Vic Wolff – Head of Marketing, HSBC Bank; Peter Wiltshire – Group Sales & Marketing Director, NECo; Peter Lumsdaine – Managing Director, O’Brien Glass Industries
Tuesday, 1 May 2012, 7:30am – 9:15am
Terrace Room at L’Aqua, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour, Sydney
Since its origins in 1938, the International Advertising Association has been a recognised force in the marketing communications industry.
The IAA provides a platform for industry issues and is dedicated to protecting and advancing freedom of speech, responsible advertising, consumer choice, and the education of marketing communications professionals.
The IAA is a unique organisation that brings together a broad spectrum of members including advertisers, agencies, media companies and other communications groups to stimulate profitable growth and to protect the industry from detractors and negative influences.
The IAA creates an enabling environment through networking events, discussion forums, shared learning and active dialogue.
The IAA provides and develops education and professional initiatives that serve the industry and contribute to training and recruiting talent.
The IAA Australia Chapter was initiated in 1972. Our programs include:
- an annual schedule of business lunches and breakfast forums showcasing prominent marketing communications practitioners, thought leadership events, and professional development seminars.
- Educational programs and initiatives to actively foster the talents and skills of the upcoming generation of practitioners in our business.






