ADFEST 2015 Returns to PEACH

Friday 27 March 2015 17:19
Creative entries participating in “The 18th Asia Pacific Advertising Festival” (ADFEST 2015) filled the Pattaya Exhibition And Convention Hall (PEACH) with over 3,000 creative campaigns from March 19 -21, 2015.

Founded in 1988, ADFEST is an annual advertising festival which has been celebrating creativity in the Asia Pacific region. Not only does ADFEST promote and recognize creative excellence, but it is a forum and platform designed for learning and meeting other professionals in the advertising industry. ADFEST 2015, held under the theme “BE BAD”, garnered over 1,100 participants from various countries across the Asia Pacific region including China, Japan, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines and India. Aside from exhibiting artwork, showcasing short films and presenting awards, delegates also enjoyed a chance to socialize with fellow designers with a welcome party at Royal Cliff’s spectacular Lotus Pond which was sponsored by the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce (Thailand).

The three day event offered delegates a unique learning opportunity through seeing the finest art works and listening to inspiring speakers. Stimulating sessions included talks by Mr. Nick Law, the Chief Creative Officer at R/GA, Ms. Pum Lefebure, the Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer of Design Army, Washington DC and Mr. Rei Inamoto, Global Creative Director at AKQA and Grand Jury President of ADFEST 2015 and many more. The highlight of the event was the award presentation of design masterpieces on the evening of March 20 and 21, 2015 which included categories such as the film craft lotus, new director lotus, design lotus, effective lotus, branded content & entertainment lotus, special awards and more. With PEACH providing a relaxed atmosphere and over 11,000 sq.m of exhibition space, ADFEST 2015 was the ideal place to engage, interact and exchange views.“We are delighted that PEACH is once again the chosen venue for such a distinguished event where production companies and the creative industry can come together and connect in order to prepare for today’s market demands and challenges.” Mr. Vitanart Vathanakul, Executive Director of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group said. “At PEACH, we offer to deliver all kinds of quality and exceptional event experiences as our column-free halls and exclusive facilities are designed to cater for endless event opportunities. My team and I would also like to extend our congratulations to all the award winners of this years’ event.”

Mr. Antonello Passa, General Manager of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group, presented the Tree Planting Certificate to Mr. Vinit Suraphongchai, founder of the Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (ADFEST) at this event. Reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation excellence, Royal Cliff has an exciting tree planting program where Flame trees would be planted in various vital locations around the city on behalf of the companies who select PEACH as the venue for their events.

Situated on a 64 acre private parkland estate overlooking the stunning Gulf of Thailand, the Royal Cliff Hotels Group has been honored with multiple awards and recognition from organizations of national and international repute. It is home to four award winning 5-star hotels offering a sensory experience defined profoundly by its style, culture and elegance - all presented with the distinctive spirit of the State of Exclusivity and Fascination.