New MD for Clio Awards

Tapped to oversee the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of awards programme, now in its 48th year, Gulisano is among the most experienced in the field of advertising awards, having served with Clio for more than 25 years. Ami Brophy, executive director, has been retained to facilitate the transition.

“There’s clearly never been a more exhilarating time to be a part of the fast-changing advertising world, and we are committed to keeping Clio truly relevant as the industry changes,” says Gulisano.

New ideas and energy

“We are fortunate to have the unmatched heritage and credibility of being the world’s most recognised and prestigious award within the creative community, and will continue to bring new ideas and energy to the programme in order to take Clio to the next level.”

Recognition Media, based in New York and Los Angeles and headed by Neil Vogel, CEO and Rodger Berman, president, serves as executive producer of The Webby Awards, which The New York Times has called the “Oscars of the Internet.”

In addition, the company also produces The Telly Awards, a premiere awards competition honouring American, regional and cable television commercials, TV programs, and video productions, and The Davey Awards, one of the largest competitions recognising outstanding creative work from the best small agencies and companies worldwide. Vogel and Berman will serve as co-executive producers of the Clios.

Perfect fit

“This union really is a perfect fit for both parties,” says Vogel. “We are delighted to enter into this relationship and look forward to leveraging all the powerful assets of Nielsen Business Media for this landmark awards program.”

The 48th international Clio Awards Festival will be held 9-12 May 2007, in Miami Beach, Florida. Many events are planned, including the Lifetime Achievement Award and Advertiser of the Year presentations, creative workshops and seminars, two awards galas and screenings of the Clio TV Shortlist.