YOUNG LYNX ACADEMY EXPANDS TO RIYADH, WITH THIRD YEAR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PUBLICIS GROUPE MIDDLE EAST
Dubai Lynx, has announced the return of its Young Lynx Academies in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of its partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East.
Dubai Lynx, MENA’s premier platform for celebrating creative excellence and innovation, has announced the return of its Young Lynx Academies in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of its partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East. This collaboration has been instrumental in nurturing young talent across the region, fostering the growth of the next generation of creative leaders. In an exciting milestone, the Academy will expand to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the first time, debuting on 18-19 February 2025. This will be followed by the highly anticipated edition in Dubai on 7-8 April 2025, as the initiative continues to empower emerging creatives under the guidance and support of Publicis Groupe Middle East.
The Riyadh edition will offer young professionals the chance to participate in a 24-hour hack challenge, hone their skills under the mentorship of industry leaders, and spark innovative thinking. Similarly, the Dubai Academy will continue its mission to provide unparalleled opportunities for emerging talent to thrive in the dynamic advertising and marketing landscape of MENA. For the first time participants from each Academy will be celebrated on-stage at the Dubai Lynx Awards Show on 9 April 2025.
The 2024 Young Lynx Academy featured an impressive lineup of speakers from renowned brands and agencies, including Unitedmasters + Translation, Pizza Hut – Yum! Brands, LIONS, Unilever, Pixis, and TishTash, offering participants invaluable insights from industry leaders.
The launch of the Riyadh edition signals the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s growing prominence in the global creative arena. Recent achievements such as HungerStation’s Grand Prix-winning campaign at Cannes Lions and Saudia’s ‘ProtecTasbih’ campaign’s wins at both Dubai Lynx and Lions have spotlighted Saudi Arabia’s innovative spirit and creative prowess.
The dates are as follows:
Riyadh Edition: 18-19 February 2025
Dubai Edition: 7-8 April 2025
Both editions are open to young professionals aged 30 or under with a minimum of three years of experience.
Riyadh Edition: Open to participants based in Saudi Arabia, including brands, agencies, and freelancers.
Dubai Edition: Open to participants from Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, or the UAE.
Aspiring creative minds are encouraged to seize this opportunity to gain invaluable industry insights, refine their skills, and connect with like-minded peers.
Applications are now open, for more information on how to apply can be found at www.dubailynx.com/talent-and-training. Winners will be celebrated during the Awards Ceremony on 9 April 2025.
