NEW DELHI: Following the overwhelming success of its inaugural edition, the Advertising Council of India (ACI) is set to launch the second edition of its New Age Leadership Program (NALP) for young professionals. The program, organized by ACI on behalf of the Asian Federation of Advertising Associations (AFAA), aims to nurture future leaders in the marketing communications industry across Asia.
Srinivasan Swamy, Chairman of AFAA, highlights the unique aspects of the program, stating, “This is an immersive, experiential, and transformative initiative. We take 25 young professionals, all under the age of 35, to various companies in Mumbai, Pune, and surrounding areas over a span of three nights and four days. Under the guidance of experienced proctor Manish Advani, participants are exposed to diverse industries and interact with different industry leaders. This brainstorming and exposure elevate their competence and leadership skills to a new level. This year, we are also including international participants to enrich the peer group learning experience.”
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The New Age Leadership Program is entirely free of charge for the selected 25 participants, reflecting ACI’s commitment to developing future leaders. Aspiring professionals are encouraged to apply before June 15, 2024, by sending their applications to afaahq@gmail.com. The application form is available for download at afaaglobal.org/NALP. Shortlisted candidates will undergo virtual interviews, with the final 25 participants joining the program on the morning of July 18 in Mumbai. This residential program will see participants spending three nights in Pune.
ACI, a key member of the Asian Federation of Advertising Associations, represents several prominent bodies in the advertising sector, including The Advertising Club, the Advertising Agencies Association of India, the India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA), the Indian Society of Advertisers, and the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation.
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For more details, a comprehensive brochure on the program is available at www.afaaglobal.org. This initiative underscores ACI’s dedication to fostering leadership and innovation within the industry, ensuring that the future of marketing communications in Asia is in capable hands.
