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Leaders
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Dubai Lynx Launches Saudi Edition of Young Lynx Academy
Dubai Lynx has unveiled the launch of the Saudi edition of its annual Young Lynx Academy, Arab New reported. As a prominent creative festival and awards program organized by Cannes Lions, Dubai Lynx will play a pivotal role in elevating the future of creativity in Saudi Arabia. 'Saudi Arabia's creative industry is at a pivotal moment, driven by ambition and a growing appetite for world-class creative excellence,' Adel Baraja, CEO of Publicis Communications KSA, told Arab News. Crucially, the Dubai edition will take place on April 7 and 8. Meanwhile, the Saudi edition will take place at Snap Inc.'s Riyadh office from Feb. 18 to 19. 'The Riyadh edition of the Young Lynx Academy, in partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East, is designed to be an immersive experience that challenges young professionals to think creatively and push their boundaries,' Kamille Marchant, director of Dubai Lynx, told Arab News. First Day Participants will meet the mentors on the first day that will also feature keynote speeches from industry experts and networking opportunities. Furthermore, it will highlight an introduction to the 'centerpiece' of the event, a 24-hour hack challenge, Marchant said. Second Day As for the second day, participants will present their ideas to a panel of judges. Interestingly, they should work collaboratively on a real-world brief under time constraints. Therefore, the competition will motivate them not only to think creatively but also work collectively. Thus, it offers participants an exclusive opportunity to acquire significant skills such as adaptability, problem-solving, as well as working under pressure. At the end of the event, they will announce the winning presentation at the Dubai Lynx Awards ceremony on April 9 at the Emirates Golf Club. Related Topics: Saudi Tourism Authority Wins Grand Prix Award at Dubai Lynx Festival Tuwaiq Sculpture 2025 Brings Elite of 30 Artists from 23 Countries Visual Artists' Works Rise to Prominence Posthumously: Saudi Mohamed Al-Saleem as an Exemplary Symbol Short link : Post Views: 18
Arab News
27-01-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Dubai Lynx expands talent training program Young Lynx Academy to Saudi Arabia
DUBAI: Dubai Lynx, a prominent creative festival and awards program organized by Cannes Lions, has announced the launch of the Saudi edition of its annual Young Lynx Academy, in partnership with multinational advertising conglomerate Publicis Groupe Middle East. 'Saudi Arabia's creative industry is at a pivotal moment, driven by ambition and a growing appetite for world-class creative excellence,' Adel Baraja, CEO of Publicis Communications KSA, told Arab News. He added: 'The market is brimming with untapped potential, and we believe initiatives like Young Lynx Academy will play a crucial role in shaping the future of creativity in the Kingdom.' The Dubai edition will be held on April 7 and 8, and the Saudi edition will take place at Snap Inc.'s Riyadh office from Feb. 18 to 19. 'The Riyadh edition of the Young Lynx Academy, in partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East, is designed to be an immersive experience that challenges young professionals to think creatively and push their boundaries,' Kamille Marchant, director of Dubai Lynx, told Arab News. On the first day, participants will meet the mentors who will guide them through the event. The day will also feature keynote speeches from industry experts, networking opportunities, and an introduction to the 'centerpiece' of the event, a 24-hour hack challenge, Marchant explained. On the second day, participants will focus on tackling the brief and present their ideas to a panel of judges. They will be required to work collaboratively on a real-world brief under time constraints, which encourages not just innovative thinking but also teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving under pressure, she added. The event will conclude with the announcement of the winning presentation. Applications are now open, and the winners will be recognized at the Dubai Lynx Awards ceremony on April 9 at the Emirates Golf Club.
