Matt Eastwood to speak at Creative LIAisons

Eastwood, who joins Daymond John and Pum Lefebure on this year's bill, adds to an impressive array of industry speakers who will be announced over the coming weeks.

Eastwood comments: "Every great creative starts somewhere and I think it really is an honorable obligation for the veterans in the industry to reach back to support and nurture the growth of the up-and-comers. Programmes like Creative LIAisons are our opportunity to invest in the direction of creative work in the industry and to be for young creatives, the mentors and guides we had or wish we had when we were their age. There are so many people who helped me throughout my career and I'm honoured to be able to participate in Creative LIAisons this year to pay it forward."

Eastwood joined JWT as Worldwide Chief Creative Officer in July 2014, the latest move in a career that's extended across multiple agencies, as well as across the globe. Noted for his inspiring attitude and managerial prowess, he's been called a "unicorn" in the communications industry by Britain's Campaign magazine, supervising some of today's most original and recognisable creative projects.

This mentoring programme is fully funding by LIA encompassing travel, accommodations, rewarding speaker presentations, a peek into the statue deliberations and various networking opportunities with jurors and speakers in a relaxed social setting.

The LIA 2015 Entry System is now accepting entries through August. Judging will take place from 1 October to 10 October. The shortlists will be announced as each judging session concludes, with winners being announced 10 November. For more information on submissions and eligibility please visit www.liaawards.com/enter/eligibility/.

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