United States

Jarvis Grant

Creative Strategist and Imaging Specialist, Jarvis Grant Imaging

Jarvis Grant is a creative strategist, imaging specialist for Jarvis Grant Imaging which he solely manages and he is also a digital media instructor.

With more than 25 years of experience across various domains, including arts education, commercial photography, journalism, digital multimedia, and fine art, Grant has established himself as a recognized industry expert. He excels in crafting comprehensive solutions that integrate his extensive skillset. His professional journey is marked by his adept management of innovative models, consistently exceeding client expectations, expert project management, and collaborative application design sessions.

Grant is a dedicated advocate for ensuring that every team member's perspective is valued and considered during the design phase. He passionately champions the voices of both thought leaders and implementers throughout the entire process. Creates engaging content that harnesses the potential of creating dynamic digital media, ensuring that all stakeholders can derive value from it.

United States

Takae Takahashi

SVP Associate Creative Director, Havas Health and You

Takae Takahashi, a Japanese Creative Art Director with Brazilian roots from Sao Paulo, currently operates out of New York City.

She brings more than ten years of experience in the creative field to the table, having earned multiple accolades. Takahashi's expertise lies in seamlessly merging creativity with strategic vision, crafting campaigns that garner critical acclaim within the industry.

Among her distinguished achievements, she has secured a victory at the inaugural Innovation Health Hackathon at the Cannes Lions Festival and contributed to her past agency’s recognition as “Best Healthcare Agency in Latin America”! Takahashi's unwavering commitment to creative excellence is evident in her collection of prestigious industry accolades. Her dedication to pushing boundaries in the creative realm has not only earned her a respected reputation but also significantly advanced the agencies she's worked with. Her relentless pursuit of innovation in the healthcare sector particularly underscores her passion for leveraging creativity to drive meaningful impact.

United States

Kushal Birari

Creative, Mother New York

Kushal Birari is a creative at Mother, one of the world’s most respected, independent creative companies.

Having worked in five prominent cities across three continents, he has made a significant impact through his art direction and design. He has left an indelible mark on numerous international brands, including OREO, MINI Cooper, Make in India, FIFA, Bosch, Instagram, and more. His recent noteworthy contribution to the OREO Pride campaign has garnered widespread attention, resonating with diverse communities globally and earning recognition through various national and international accolades. Birari excels in creative direction, advertising, ideas development, art direction, and creative strategy, showcasing a comprehensive skill set in the realm of visual communication and strategic brand development.

His proficiency in his role is evident through the impactful influence he has wielded on major international brands, demonstrating a keen understanding of art direction and design and His ability to resonate with diverse audiences.

Costa Rica

Oscar Solano Brenes

Executive Creative and Digital Director, Porter Novelli

Oscar Solano Brenes is the Chief Creative Officer for the strategic-creative firm, Porter Novelli.

He is a general leader of the creative and digital unit for the region of Central America, Mexico, Caribbean, Ecuador, and Peru; a believer in data-driven creativity, measurement, and innovation through 13 years of experience with global and regional brands such as Coca-Cola, Heineken, BMW, Toyota, American Express, Samsung, Netflix and more!

He is an advertising, marketing, and strategy professional with experience as a senior strategic trigger in creative, digital, and media agencies with experience in strategic planning, content strategy, detection of opportunities, social media, branding, data-driven strategy, and creativity. Brenes is passionate about reading cultural behaviors and transforming them into business opportunities. He is also a faithful follower of data and its implementation in communication and performance strategies. He has had experience leading planning, digital and creative units at firms such as DDB, Havas, Findasense, and Ketchum.