Thought Leadership Conferences and Forums
The International Advertising Association (IAA) Australia Chapter, based in Sydney, strives to share the collective wisdom of thought leaders in brand marketing, advertising, media, IT, communications, public relations, and academia to support Australian marketing professionals in navigating the dynamic international marketing communications landscape.
The IAA is committed to be The Global Compass of Marketing Communications
Established in 1938, the IAA is a leading global association with a presence in 56 countries representing all spheres of the marketing and communications industry. For over eighty years, the IAA has championed and advocated for key issues within the marketing communications industry, including freedom of commercial speech, self-regulation, responsible advertising, education, and professional development as well as diversity and inclusion.
The IAA is committed to be The Global Compass of Marketing Communications
Established in 1938, the IAA is a leading global association with a presence in 56 countries representing all spheres of the marketing and communications industry. For over eighty years, the IAA has championed and advocated for key issues within the marketing communications industry, including freedom of commercial speech, self-regulation, responsible advertising, education, and professional development as well as diversity and inclusion.
WHO WE ARE
As member chapter of IAA Global, the world’s most influential network of marketing and communications professionals, IAA Australia is a leading organisation guiding marketing and communications professionals in Australia to understand and navigate the significant issues, burgeoning trends and disruptions impacting the vibrant and growing marketing industry.
IAA Australia amplifies the vision of IAA Global, serving as a guiding compass for Australian brands, marketers, and organisations to connect with their international agenda and stay informed about key trends, industry issues and best practices and insights in a rapidly changing environment.
WHAT WE DO
IAA Australia is a leading voice of the marketing and communications industry in Australia. We do this by presenting thought leadership initiatives, programs, forums, and events, equipping Australian brands and marketers with practical knowledge and insights to navigate the dynamic marketing communications industry. We share industry best practice intelligence in Australia through our global IAA networks.
2021 INITIATIVES
Whether a global brand or new start-up, all marketers seek best-in-class thought leadership and insights to guide their work building powerful, global brands. This year, IAA will be focusing on the issues most relevant in this pursuit.
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DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
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GOVERNMENT REGULATION
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CREATIVITY & INNOVATION
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EDUCATION
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DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION
HELP IAA GROW
We welcome the growth and expansion of IAA across Australia . If you have an interest in bringing your vision and voice to Australia marketing and advertising issues, we look forward to partnering with you.
Contact Us
Heather Leembruggen
President, Australia Chapter
MEMBERSHIP
IAA Australia offers a wide range of membership opportunities – from company memberships, individual memberships, and academic memberships to young professional memberships.
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GLOBAL COMPASS MEMBERS
GLOBAL CORPORATE MEMBERS
2022 Upcoming Events
IAA ‘Big Idea’
The International Advertising Association is passionate about expanding the view of the next generation. This IAA Australia initiative is designed to stretch thinking and provide unique opportunities for students in the transition from university into professional practice in the marketing communications industry. The annual IAA ‘Big Idea’ challenge is Australia’s national marketing communications competition specially created for undergraduate student teams from Australian universities and tertiary...
IAA Accreditation for Australian University Courses
In line with the IAA’s global mission to educate the next generation of professionals, the IAA offers formal accreditation to tertiary education programs that prepare students for the global commercial communications industry. The IAA worldwide accreditation program has a twentyyear record of accomplishment. Currently, over 40 leading universities, colleges, and professional schools throughout the world hold IAA course accreditation, including courses in five institutions right here in Australia. These include...
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Heather Leembruggen
IAA Australia Chair & Global Vice President Elections
Director IAA World Board of International Advertising Association
Sheba Nandkeolyar
IAA Australia President
IAA Global Vice President Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Founder & CEO, MultiConnexions Group
Alexandra Sloane
Director of Marketing – Australia & New Zealand Global Customer Marketing, Facebook
Jamie Chambers
Vice President Advertising & Distribution ANZ, BBC Global News
Stewart Heys
Head of Automation – Personalisation and Identity, WooliesX
Chantal Walker
Chief Member Experience & Growth Officer, Active Super
Giorgia Butler
Head of Strategy & Innovation, Nunn Media Australia
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