The journey of diversity and inclusion in SA Adland has been mixed, with great gains in some pockets and huge frustration in others. As much as ownership is a key component for a transformed industry, there is need to look beyond. Transformation at the entry import in also key, are youth of colour being equipped to attain success and how are women being prioritised at all levels. How do we move forward together and create an industry that generations to come will feel proud of? Join Bongani Chinkanda, Founder of Diaries of a Salesman in conversation with Pepe Marais (Group Chief Creative Officer, Joe Public...

Earlier this week on IG Sessions, Veli Ngubane hosted Kutlwano Ditsele of SERITI Films. Watch as they chat about the new normal, and how Covid-19 has had an impact on the South African film industry. [vc_video link="https://youtu.be/FPQZqRGKdZk"]...

The tourism sector is a large contributor to the growth of the economy. Despite the headwinds currently impacting the South African tourism industry and the greater economy, the sector continues to be resilient and will gradually recover. Just in case you missed it, watch Veli Ngubane, Chief Creative Officer of Avatar as he chats to Chief Executive Officer of SA Tourism, Sisa Ntshona unpacking the effects of COVID-19 and how it has impacted the tourism sector. [vc_video link="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CC6XI18HqTN/"]...

Join us tonight at 6pm for our #UnitedInCreativity sessions where Veli Ngubane, CCO of  Avatar Agency Group will be hosting Sisa Ntshona, CEO of SA Tourism. Watch it here: https://bit.ly/3fNG13s...

Watch Episode 7 of Business Beat with Odette van der Haar, as she unpacks transformation in the advertising industry with the CEO of Duke Advertising, Wayne Naidoo. [vc_video link="https://youtu.be/qATf4fwjP7I"]...

Suhayl Limbada, a people oriented Marketing leader with a strong track record of positive brand results and commercial success in a broad range of roles. He is passionate about people, creativity and brands. Tonight on IG Talk, catch Avatar Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer Veli Ngubane in conversation with KFC Marketing Director, Suhayl Limbada. Tune in here:  https://bit.ly/3dZHZvH...

In case you've missed it, see Avatar's Chief Creative Officer, Veli Ngubane as he chats to Chief Marketing Officer of Google Africa, Mzamo Masito, as they talk all things creativity: from ways to maximise Google as a useful tool in South African businesses to how Google has assisted people during this pandemic as well as a discussion regarding the recent social injustice, #BlackLivesMatter and how brands have reacted to the BLM movement. Tune in here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CCWTeIFnOS9  ...

A strategist turned creative, Veli has not only co-founded Avatar, but also inspired a new agency offering, YGK, and is part of M&N Brands, a holding company with diversified investments in leading advertising, media and communication businesses. Join him tonight on IG Talk at 6pm for #UnitedInCreativity, as he will be in conversation with the Chief Marketing Officer of Google Africa, Mzamo Masito. Tune in here:  https://bit.ly/3dZHZvH...

Avatar Co-Founder and Group Managing Director Veli Ngubane chats to Publicis Africa Managing Director, Odette Van Der Haar. Tune in here: https://www.instagram.com/sacreatives/?hl=en  ...

Leading advertising, brand and communications group, Joe Public United, has announced that 60% of the company has been acquired by black shareholders. This deal is a significant milestone in local advertising and marketing industry, as it results in Joe Public United now becoming the largest majority black-owned, independent agency group in South Africa. The deal not only benefits staff, but perfectly positions the group to achieve a long-held ambition of becoming the country’s number one communications group. The transaction sees three senior agency executives Khuthala Gala Holten, Xolisa Dyeshana and Mpume Ngobese acquiring 26% through a newly created company, Ikamva Lakusasa,...