Honors Night 2024

Every year our Honors Night gala recognizes the organizations and individuals for their accomplishments in the industry and for their support of the AEF’s mission of educating and inspiring young talent. Dinner proceeds help fulfill AEF’s educational initiatives for professors and students and contribute to building the next generation of talent.

The gala event will take place Tuesday, October 8 at The Pierre in NYC.
6:00pm – Cocktails
7:00pm – Dinner and presentations

Antonio Lucio, HP

Lifetime Achievement Award

Antonio Lucio
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
HP

Esi Eggleston Bracey

Marketer Award

Unilever
Accepted by: Esi Eggleston Bracey
Chief Growth and Marketing Officer, Unilever

Soyoung Kang

Inspire Award

Soyoung Kang
Chief Marketing Officer
eos

Devika Bulchandani, Ogilvy

Agency Award

Ogilvy
Accepted by: Devika Bulchandani
Global Chief Executive Officer, Ogilvy

Eileen Kiernan, IPG Mediabrands

Media Award

IPG Mediabrands
Accepted by: Eileen Kiernan
Global Chief Executive Officer, IPG Mediabrands

"Our future marketing and advertising leaders are not just looking for a job, they are looking for a meaningful career that will make a positive impact on society."
— Gord McLean, President and CEO at ANA Educational Foundation