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The FOMO is real, but you don’t have to miss out on talks from the world’s top communication experts. This year, you can tune in to everything happening on the main festival stage — from your office, your couch or wherever you are.



Preparations are in full swing for our 11th edition, taking place from May 15 to 18, where thousands of creatives, marketers, PR pros, digital experts and communication lovers will gather once again. From the world’s most innovative CMO (according to Business Insider) to the most awarded Cannes Lions winner, from the most influential cyborg anthropologist to the top global expert on the attention economy, from the leading authority on pricing creative services to the Internet’s Savviest Troll — this year’s lineup is anything but ordinary.



Can’t make it to Rovinj? No problem. You can still join the DK2025 community and watch the main stage live thanks to our hybrid/online event partner Confiva. Find all the info on affordable online passes <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.



We’re also diving deep into the new frontier of events — live and in person at DK2025:



Once just a campaign add-on, events are now a strategic powerhouse. But how do you measure value when ROI includes emotion, belonging and long-term trust? Join the conversation <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/the-experience-economy-events-as-the-frontline-of-brand-experience" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Experience Economy: Events as the Frontline of Brand Experience</a> — moderated by Lara Stolnik (Director, Selotejp), featuring Tomica Hrupelj (Creative Director/Owner, Organizacija), Sanela Seferagić Filipić (Director &amp; Owner, RED Agency), Marko Perica (CEO &amp; Founder, fakat.) and Tomo Ricov (Director, Weekend Media Festival).



And for those exploring the potential of hybrid, virtual, and AI-enhanced events—or just obsessed with making unforgettable experiences regardless of the format—don’t miss <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/how-to-make-your-events-better-by-confiva" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">How to Make Your Events Better</a>, hosted by Bojan Mandić (Director, Mamazone), with Amela Sambolić Beganović (Regional Consultant, National Education Institute of Slovenia), Marko Šček (Chief Product Officer, Confiva) and Admir Sinani (Sales &amp; Account Lead, Entrio).



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Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL



And remember, this year’s online program is packed with global icons ready to light up your screen:



<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/sophia-the-robot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sophia the Robot</a>, the world’s most famous AI humanoid; Business Insider’s most innovative CMO and Cannes Lions legend <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/fernando-machado" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fernando Machado</a> powered by A1, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/karen-nelson-field" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Karen Nelson-Field</a>, the world’s top expert on attention economics, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/blair-enns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blair Enns</a>, the world’s leading authority on selling and pricing creative services, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/michael-corcoran" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Corcoran</a>, the Internet’s savviest troll and the man behind Ryanair’s savage online personality, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/marisha-lakhiani" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marisha Lakhiani</a>, a visionary leader and expert in the science, art, and psychology of marketing, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/branding-but-make-it-future-proof-with-johan-ronnestam-at-dk2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Johan Ronnestam</a>, a serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and branding mastermind who has helped the world’s most iconic brands stay ahead of the curve, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/mirella-crespi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mirella Crespi</a>, the mastermind behind 2,000+ ads a month in six languages, who crafted for global names like Amazon, Meta Unilever, and Ubisoft, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/amber-case-powered-by-enna">Amber Case powered by ENNA</a>, cyborg anthropologist, Fast Company’s most influential women in technology, author and tech whisperer, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/enter-the-fight-club-dietmar-dahmen-has-arrived">Dietmar Dahmen</a>, a creative rockstar and transformation evangelist, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/david-shing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">David Shing</a>, former AOL Chief Evangelist, now full-time digital philosopher and creative firestarter for brands like LVMH, Chanel, and Nike. With <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers">a powerhouse lineup featuring 170+ leaders</a> from Croatia and beyond, this is the event for anyone serious about creativity and communication.



Time is ticking — if you want to join the boldest creative minds from the region (or just stream them from wherever you are), find the info <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.



Featured photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL

You don’t need to be in Rovinj to be at the heart of the action — follow DK2025 online!

This year’s festival, once again organized under the auspices of the President of the Republic of Croatia, represents an important moment for communication and leadership in our country — the President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović is joining all of you at DK2025. When public trust, media dynamics and the power of communications are more complex than ever, having the country’s highest political figure take our DK stage does speak volumes.



In a 25-minute address, the President will reflect on the evolution of politics, media and communication in real time. It’s a moment to listen, question and explore how leadership and public messaging shape our shared reality. President’s key point will revolve around current global challenges, ever-changing political environment and the importance of communication.



So yes, you will hear directly from the President in a setting defined by open dialogue and unfiltered ideas. And let’s be clear, this isn’t just a big deal. It’s a statement. It’s a chance to hear from a political leader who isn’t afraid to share his opinions, tackle the tough questions and engage in the kind of open context that makes DK unlike any other festival you’ve ever been to.

The President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović opens DK2025

You asked. We teased. And now? We deliver.&nbsp;Topic upon topic, speaker upon speaker, the stages are set with our biggest lineup yet.&nbsp;



<a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/schedule">The DK2025 schedule is officially out</a> — and it’s serving inspiration, innovation and just the right amount of chaos.



Explore the topics, flag what speaks to you and start shaping your experience.



You’ll find what you’re looking for — and probably something you didn’t expect. Don't overthink it&nbsp;— it's time to map your DK2025.



New this year: we’re adding even more space to explore. Check out The POOLSIDE Stage, set right by (you guessed it) the pool — perfect for laid-back sessions with a dash of sun. And don’t miss The OTHER BEACH Stage, where we’ll be hosting this year’s award ceremonies and some standout moments you’ll want front-row for.



You in?



Featured photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL

The DK2025 schedule is out — try to keep up

Tickets and accommodation for DK2025 are NOW open!&nbsp;This&nbsp;is where boundaries&nbsp;will be&nbsp;broken,&nbsp;new&nbsp;ideas born, and the unexpected&nbsp;will become&nbsp;the norm.



Welcome (back) to Dani komunikacija! We missed you too so now is the time to plan for&nbsp;DK2025&nbsp;in&nbsp;Rovinj on 15—18 May 2025&nbsp;— three days of&nbsp;your favourite&nbsp;festival&nbsp;of creativity and communications. Yes, we’re back&nbsp;—&nbsp;bigger, bolder, and still unapologetically rewriting the rules.&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Registrations? Open</a>. Excuses for missing it? Already invalid.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



Expect visionary speakers, rebellious creatives, and conversations that go beyond "just business." There will be&nbsp;talks&nbsp;you didn’t know you needed, award ceremonies that actually mean something, and, of course, parties to remind you why creativity and chaos go hand in hand. Oh, and surprises. Lots and lots and lots of them. We’re not spilling any details (yet), but your social media feed will feel naked at some point without a DK flex.



Superlatives are nice. But DK was always a&nbsp;feeling, says&nbsp;Dunja&nbsp;Ivana Ballon, festival director and HURA and IAB Croatia director. It’s actually difficult to explain what makes this festival unforgettable, but the fact remains it was always&nbsp;the place where ‘extraordinary’ is the bare minimum.



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Of course, we’ve got the big names. The kind that make you say, Wow, wait, they are coming to Croatia?&nbsp;But that’s not the reason people come back year after year.&nbsp;DK is about breaking boundaries, unlearning clichés, and creating a space where brilliance feels effortless. If you’re just here for the headliners,&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;kind of missing the point.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



If you missed us, you can always&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/news/what-a-triumph-dk2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">rewatch the highlights</a>&nbsp;from our last edition (if you can handle the FOMO). But rather, just&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">secure your ticket</a>&nbsp;and happily&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/accommodation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">book your accommodation</a>&nbsp;for DK2025 on time. Early bird registrations are open&nbsp;until&nbsp;20 January, and&nbsp;trust us&nbsp;—&nbsp;those dreamy Rovinj hotels&nbsp;will&nbsp;be gone faster than you can say&nbsp;Monte&nbsp;Mulini.&nbsp;This is Rovinj in May, people. Plan accordingly.



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Photo: Vana Katančić



We can’t wait to announce our insane 2025 speaker lineup in February. But we know you’re not coming just for that. You’re coming (back) because DK isn’t a festival. It’s a statement. And if you’re not there, we will miss you. Don’t make us miss you.

Tickets are open. Excuses are not. Welcome (back) to DK2025.

12.04.2024., Rovinj - 10. Dani komunikacija 2024. u Rovinju. - Beach afterparty

MIXX Awards Croatia is not just any competition. It is the stage for celebrating the most brilliant digital campaigns and tools/platforms in the communications industry. Powered and organized by IAB Croatia, the fifteenth season is officially open — and it will reward those who dare to push the boundaries of digital.



This year, there are four new categories:



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<li>Best AI-Driven Project, for projects that have significantly integrated artificial intelligence (AI) into their strategy, content creation, implementation, or optimization,</li>



<li>Best Effective Use of Data, for projects that have utilized data in a creative or innovative way to enhance the effectiveness and success of the campaign,</li>



<li>Best Video Content, for digital content created as part of a campaign or as a standalone piece, whether short-term or long-term, that is not directly adapted from a TV commercial,</li>



<li>Best Export Project, for projects created in Croatia that have been implemented in at least one international market.</li>
</ul>



Alongside the new, our existing categories return for best campaigns (Brand Awareness Campaign, Direct Response and Lead Generation Campaign, Cross-Media Integration Campaign, Campaign Effectiveness, and Corporate Social Responsibility Campaign) and best tools/platforms (Best Digital Product, Best Media Strategy, Best Branded Content, Best Website, Best Social, Viral, Best Tech &amp; Innovation, Best Publisher Project).



And for the ultimate bragging rights? Best in Show awaits the digital crème de la crème, the highest-scoring entry across all complete campaign categories in the Campaigns Track.



As digital evolves, so does MIXX Awards Croatia, offering a major opportunity to showcase market advancements in digital communications — through the well-known categories as well as some new ones. The jury is eagerly looking forward to seeing everything you've prepared this season, said Nela Fegić Moguljak, this year’s MIXX Awards Croatia jury president.



Got a busy portfolio? Perfect. Submit three entries, and the fourth one’s on us. But act fast — regular entries close on 14 January 2025, with the late entry period ending on 17 February 2025. Projects launched between 25 January 2024 and 17 February 2025 are eligible.



In the Campaigns track, only agencies are eligible to apply, while in the Tools/Platforms track, agencies, startups, and similar companies can enter their projects — except for the Best Publisher Project category, which is exclusively open to publishers.



The MIXX Organizational Committee, responsible for introducing innovations to the competition and monitoring digital market trends, includes Dunja Ivana Ballon (IAB Croatia), Nela Fegić Moguljak (Imago Ogilvy), Mario Frančešević (SeekandHit), Nebojša Grbačić (Cvoke), Đuro Korać (Nivas), Lucija Potočnik (Studio Sonda), and Saša Škorić (Lauris).



The competition is fierce, the stakes are high, and the jury is on the hunt for exceptional combination of strategy, execution, creativity and results. Ready to show them what you’ve got? Visit the <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/mixx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MIXX Awards Croatia page</a> for all the details, rules, and to enter your project.



This is your year. Make it unforgettable.



Featured photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

MIXX Awards Croatia: Digital innovators and creators, it's your turn to shine

Cyborg Anthropologist. Fast Company’s Most Influential Women in Technology. Author. Speaker. Tech Whisperer.



Let’s be real: our relationship with technology is getting messy. We check our phones 96 times a day, we swear our smart speakers are eavesdropping, and half of us can’t sleep without a blue-light glow hovering over us. But what if tech didn’t have to be so… intrusive?



Enter <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/amber-case-powered-by-enna" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amber Case powered by ENNA</a>, the mind behind Calm Technology — the idea that tech should enhance our lives, not hijack them. She studies what happens when humans and technology get too close and how we can design products that actually respect our time, focus, and sanity.



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We are proud that ENNA, as a group focused on a sustainable future and technology, is bringing attention to a topic we need to start talking more about. Our slogans "Za sutra koje vrijedi" and "Way to grow" reflect the ideas that Amber Case will also be speaking about – how to develop technology that benefits us, said Dorotea Lazanin Jelenc, Head of Corporate Communications and Marketing at ENNA.



She’s been a Mozilla Fellow, named one of Fast Company’s Most Influential Women in Tech, and has written books like Calm Technology and A Kids Book About Technology — because let’s be honest, we’re all still figuring out how to use it properly. Amber’s work is about creating tech that knows when to step forward and when to stay in the background. Fewer interruptions, more intention.



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In a world where our attention spans are shrinking and every app is fighting for a piece of our brain, Amber Case is here to reset the balance. If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing a battle against your own notifications, this is the session you need. Amber is the human behind the screens — but also the one who knows how to keep the screens in check.



On the DK2025 main stage, Case will share the spotlight with none other than <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/sophia-the-robot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sophia the Robot</a>, the world’s most famous AI humanoid; Business Insider’s most innovative CMO and Cannes Lions legend <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/fernando-machado" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fernando Machado</a> powered by A1, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/karen-nelson-field" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Karen Nelson-Field</a>, the world’s top expert on attention economics, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/blair-enns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blair Enns</a>, the world’s leading authority on selling and pricing creative services, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/michael-corcoran" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Corcoran</a>, the Internet’s savviest troll and the man behind Ryanair’s savage online personality, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/marisha-lakhiani" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marisha Lakhiani</a>, a visionary leader and expert in the science, art, and psychology of marketing, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/branding-but-make-it-future-proof-with-johan-ronnestam-at-dk2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Johan Ronnestam</a>, a serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and branding mastermind who has helped the world’s most iconic brands stay ahead of the curve, and <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/mirella-crespi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mirella Crespi</a>, the mastermind behind 2,000+ ads a month in six languages, who crafted for global names like Amazon, Meta Unilever, and Ubisoft. With a powerhouse lineup featuring 170+ leaders from Croatia and beyond, this is the event for anyone serious about creativity and communication.



Mark your calendar, mute the noise, and get ready for Amber Case powered by ENNA at DK2025.

Amber Case joins DK2025: The cyborg anthropologist fixing our tech overload

This year’s digital game is next level. After a record-breaking run in 2024, MIXX Awards Croatia is back — bigger, bolder, and buzzing with over 170 submitted projects.



That’s a 35% increase in entries, with 40% landing in the Campaign categories and the remaining 60% coming in hot under Tools/Platforms. The message is clear: Croatia’s digital scene is alive, thriving, and ready to make global noise.



Licensed by IAB Croatia, MIXX Awards is part of the international IAB Global network, raising the bar for digital marketing excellence in our region. Now in its 15th edition, this competition is the definitive pulse check on who’s pushing boundaries and setting new standards in digital creativity and innovation.



After hours of judging, <a href="https://iab-croatia.com/mixx-awards-croatia-2025-ovi-ce-strucnjaci-odluciti-onajboljim-digitalnim-ostvarenjima-u-hrvatskoj/">the expert jury</a> has chosen the crème de la crème — and trust us, they didn’t make it easy. The finalist status is awarded to up to five top-scoring entries per category, provided they passed the threshold. Some categories are extra stacked due to tied scores, meaning even more standout work made it to the top.



Finalists are listed alphabetically within their categories. Scroll down and find out which projects made the cut — and who’s about to take the spotlight in Rovinj this May.



A. Campaigns: Brand Awareness Campaign



15 Years On Record (Bugatti-Rimac; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



GucEye Protect (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Podrži svog muškarca (Heineken; Degordian)



B. Campaigns: Direct Response and Lead Generation Campaign



Budi hrabar, budi zdrav (Zagrebačka pivovara; OMD Media)



KuhAI s Coolie (Podravka; Izone)



My Luxoria: Elevating High Quality Leads in Luxury Tourism (My Luxoria; Uber / SeekandHit)



Ne škilji, škilji, škilji ti! (Optika Anda; SeekandHit)



POS &amp; SoftPOS Lead Generation Campaign (Nexi Croatia; Degordian)



C. Campaigns: Cross-Media Integration Campaign



AUDIOLIBER (Audio Store Transonica; UTORAK)



Hrvatska 2074. – Pogled u budućnost (Croatia osiguranje; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



Javi se za *eks (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Ljeto za pamćenje (Hrvatski Telekom; 404 / MYTY)



Priča koja vrijedi svakog slova (Marodi; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



D. Campaigns: Campaign Effectiveness



Voyo efekt: 90% rasta u godinu dana (RTL Hrvatska; SeekandHit)



Javi se za *eks (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Nula para, puno muzike (Erste Banka; BBDO Zagreb)



Promocija filma Dražen (Jučer; Izone)



VISITOR OFFER (Hrvatski Telekom; Imago Ogilvy)



E. Campaigns: Corporate Social Responsibility Campaign



Bolje stati, nego zaspati (INA; Imago Ogilvy)



Budi hrabar, budi zdrav (Zagrebačka pivovara; OMD Media)



Budi TU. Budi CE – podrži klinCE kreativCE SOS Dječjeg sela Hrvatska (Atlantic grupa; 404 / MYTY)



Priča koja vrijedi svakog slova (Marodi; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



Život ima cijenu (Zaklada Solidarna; 404)



F. NEW: Tools/Platforms: AI-Driven Project



Barcaffé Fortune Telling AI (Atlantic Grupa; 101 inovativni marketing)



Bolje stati, nego zaspati (INA; Imago Ogilvy)



Tajni sastojak – Vegeta Fine blend (Podravka; Enterwell)



G. NEW: Tools/Platforms: Effective Use of Data



Podacima do uspjeha u VoD industriji (RTL Hrvatska; SeekandHit)



H. NEW: Tools/Platforms: Best Video Content



15 Years On Record (Bugatti-Rimac; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



GucEye Protect (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Sigurni Sale (GRAWE Hrvatska; ZOO agencija)



Terrace (adidas; 404 / MYTY)



Vatrogasni leksikon (Kaufland Hrvatska; Cvoke)



I. NEW: Tools/Platforms: Best Export Project



Alice &amp; Bob website (Alice &amp; Bob; Bornfight Studio)



HeapsGo - Own your restaurant sales (Heaps Aps; CoreLine)



Hrvatski luksuz na svjetskim tržištima (My Luxoria; SeekandHit)



Liburnia Hotels &amp; Villas:&nbsp;Elevating International Success (Liburnia Hotels &amp; Villas; Uber / SeekandHit)



ShiftMag (Infobip; Infobip)



VISITOR OFFER (Hrvatski Telekom; Imago Ogilvy)



J. Tools/Platforms: Best Digital Product



bonbon aplikacija (Hrvatski Telekom; Nivas)



HRT Meteo redizajn aplikacije (HRT; Shape404 / MYTY)



Maistra app (Maistra; Shape404 / MYTY)



NoCapp: Face-to-face videos for your website (CoreLine)



K. Tools/Platforms: Best Media Strategy



Bolje stati, nego zaspati (INA; Imago Ogilvy)



Javi se za *eks (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Liburnia Hotels &amp; Villas: Elevating 2024 Bookings (Liburnia Hotels &amp; Villas; Uber / SeekandHit)



The best of Croatia (Zagrebačka pivovara; OMD Media)



VISITOR OFFER (Hrvatski Telekom; Imago Ogilvy)



L. Tools/Platforms: Best Branded Content



Bolje stati, nego zaspati (INA; Imago Ogilvy)



BROOKLYN SANDWICH COMPANY (Brooklyn Bagel Co.; I to nije sve)



GucEye Protect (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Hrvatska 2074. – Pogled u budućnost (Croatia osiguranje; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



Priča koja vrijedi svakog slova (Marodi; Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey)



Sigurni Sale (GRAWE Hrvatska; ZOO agencija)



Vatrogasni leksikon (Kaufland Hrvatska; Cvoke)



M. Tools/Platforms: Best Website



Kulinarski as iz rukava (Podravka; Enterwell)



Lino web stranica (Podravka; Mater agency)



Uplift Website (Mastercard; BORNFIGHT STUDIO)



Vogue Adria web stranica (Condé Nast; Pro Media Group)



Webshop Zlatarna Dodić (Zlatarna Dodić; Bornfight Studio)



N. Tools/Platforms: Best Social



Always-on social (Sofascore)



GucEye Protect (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



HT TikTok (Hrvatski Telekom; 404 / MYTY)



Javi se za *eks (Studenac; Imago Ogilvy)



Kaufland Hrvatska TikTok (Kaufland Hrvatska; Cvoke)



O. Tools/Platforms: Viral



#PistachioGate (McDonald's; OMD Media)



Baby Lasagna u Kauflandu (Kaufland Hrvatska; Cvoke)



Saponia TikTok - I was today years old (Saponia; Cvoke)



P. Tools/Platforms: Best Tech &amp; Innovation



Barcaffé Fortune Telling AI (Atlantic Grupa; 101 inovativni marketing)



Easybook (Croatia osiguranje; Shape404 / MYTY)



McCrispy (McDonald's; OMD Media)



NoCapp &amp; NoCapp Studio (CoreLine)



R. Tools/Platforms: Best Publisher Project



Biram sebe (Telegram)



Humanitarna razmjena &amp; aukcija dresova 2024 (Nova TV)



Poduzetnički atelje (24sata, UMFO)



Šeraona (24sata, A1)



Featured photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

Meet MIXX Awards Croatia 2025 finalists

At IdejaX, both the big-name agencies and the underdogs are showing off across four tracks. But when it comes to picking the winners (to be announced in Rovinj), it all boils down to the verdict of a 12-member jury of industry experts.



There's a new deadline for entering your best creative projects — now you have time until 17 March. And this year brings some shiny new features, including the Best in Channel track, which finally acknowledges that how you say something can matter just as much as what you say. The Best on Market track has also expanded to include more business-focused awards, alongside the usual Best Branding &amp; Rebranding and Best of Positive Change trophies. Bottom line? The game just got bigger, and so did the stakes. Oh, and the jury lineup is out, too — so you know exactly who to impress (or blame).



The judging panel is a roll call of top creative directors and designers from Croatia’s biggest agencies. At the helm is jury president Marin Ostojić (ZOO agency), joined by big names like Martina Pavić (BBDO Zagreb), Nikola Žinić (Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey), Izvorka Jurić (Dig studio), Luka Mavretić (Imago Ogilvy), Alen Kekić (I to nije sve!), Ana Lozica (MinusMinus Agency), Sean Poropat (Studio Sonda), Anselmo Tumpić (Studio Tumpić/Prenc), Ira Payer (Superstudio), Ivan Pavičić (Šanavala), and Jakov Vilović (UTORAK). In other words, expect zero room for mediocrity.



I’m looking forward to this year’s IdejaX — and leading the jury, says Marin Ostojić. We’ve switched things up this time. Best In Channel opens the floodgates for smaller and niche agencies to flex their creative muscles. And voting will be completely secret, so no leaks, no politics — winners won’t know they’ve won until Rovinj. With all these changes, judging will be tough, but we’re here to separate the wheat from the chaff and reward work that actually deserves it.



IdejaX 2025 isn’t just another competition — it’s a platform for the boldest, smartest, and most innovative ideas in marketing and communication. Agencies, designers, and brands get the rare chance to prove their worth, earn industry cred, and set new creative standards. With a jury that doesn’t tolerate fluff and a transparent scoring process, IdejaX ensures that only the best of the best walk away with a win.



So, if you’ve got something worth showing off, now’s the time. Submit your work, claim the spotlight, and carve your name into the industry’s creative hall of fame.



Find more information about IdejaX <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/awards/idejax" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

There's still time to win IdejaX

With Young Lions Croatia just around the corner — the ultimate battleground for the industry's rising stars — it’s time to get your head in the game. Whether you’re gearing up to compete or just curious about what it takes to win, Young Lions: The Hunt Begins is your chance to get the inside scoop. Join us on 26 February at 4 PM in Botaničar (Trg Marka Marulića 6, Zagreb) and get all the intel you need to dominate this competition.



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At this exclusive event, you can expect:



🔥 A crash course in survival: Learn everything about the competition categories, what it’s really like to take on a 24-hour creative marathon, and get answers to the crucial questions — like, should you bring a blanket or slippers? Helena Fuker (HURA) has all the answers.



🏆 Pro tips from last year’s Grand Prix winners: Lara Burazin and Jelena Ceković (404 agency) will break down the idea that took them to Cannes and share what it’s really like to compete on the world’s biggest stage.



🎯 Insider secrets from the judges: Want to know what makes a winning idea? Jury president Sean Poropat (Studio Sonda) and members Marina Knežević (Kraš) and Alen Kekić (I TO NIJE SVE!) will spill the truth. Moderator Dunja Ivana Ballon (HURA) will dig deep into their minds to extract brutally honest, cheat-sheet-level insights you won’t hear anywhere else.



🦁 The Roaring 2000s Quiz: Think you know the ad industry inside and out? Gen Z and Millennials, now’s your time to prove it in a fast-paced battle of wits.



And of course, prizes, open bar, and plenty of networking with the best and bravest in the industry.



⚡ It’s free, but exclusive. Register by 24 February 2025, at <a href="mailto:info@danikomunikacija.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">info@danikomunikacija.com</a> to secure your spot.



The Young Lions Croatia competition takes place live on 7—8 March 2025, in Zagreb. The winners won’t just take the crown — they’ll represent Croatia at the global Young Lions competition at Cannes Lions. Think you’ve got what it takes? Time to prove it.



<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/young-lions" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Apply now</a> until 28 February.

Young Lions Croatia: How to win and shine on the global stage? Find out in Zagreb’s Botaničar!

Because knowing your worth is one thing — getting paid for it is another.



Can creatives, agencies, and communicators stop wasting time and resources on never-ending free pitches — and still land better projects, bigger budgets, and higher-quality clients? Absolutely. And Blair Enns, the world's leading authority on selling and pricing creative services, is coming to Rovinj on 15—18 May to show us how. He’s here to teach agencies, creatives, and communicators how to take control. No more wasted time. No more underpaid projects. No more of those endless free pitches that waste time and resources for both the creatives and their clients. Because when agencies pitch strategically and clients recognize the value of paid pitches, the entire industry benefits — with better, more effective collaborations and higher standards across the board.



Founder of Win Without Pitching and the author of The Win Without Pitching Manifesto, Blair has spent decades pulling creatives and clients out of the pitch-for-free trap and into a world where expertise actually gets paid and results grow like never before. If you buy or sell ideas for a living, you need to be in the room when he takes the stage at DK2025.



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Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL



If you have the privilege to learn from him, Blair can teach you to throw out the outdated playbook on sales. Hourly billing? Amateur hour. Free pitching? Don’t make him laugh. Think sales is a dirty word? Blair will have you falling in love with it by the time he’s done. After this, free pitching won’t just be a bad idea — it’ll be ancient history.



And this isn’t just a win for agencies — it’s a game-changer for brands. When creative expertise is valued from the outset, the thinking gets bolder, and the results get stronger. Ditching free pitching isn’t just about fairness — it’s about setting the stage for the kind of innovative, strategic solutions that drive real business growth.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



Dear clients (and agencies), if you want to hear (among other things) how agency pitches are expensive performances that waste resources, damage relationships, and rarely bring real value, don’t miss Blair Enns at DK2025. And since we already know that there’s no such thing as a free lunch, why do we think a free pitch exists? said Damir Ciglar, a member of the Organizing Committee of DK Festival.



On the DK2025 main stage, Enns will share the spotlight with none other than <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/sophia-the-robot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sophia the Robot</a>, the world’s most famous AI humanoid; Business Insider’s most innovative CMO and Cannes Lions legend <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/fernando-machado" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fernando Machado</a> powered by A1, and <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/karen-nelson-field" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Karen Nelson-Field</a>, the world’s top expert on attention economics. With a powerhouse lineup featuring 170+ leaders from Croatia and beyond, this is the event for anyone serious about creativity and communication.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



This is not a conference for rule-followers. DK2025 is where the brave, the ambitious, and the game-changers gather to redefine the future of market communications.

Famous author of Win Without Pitching Blair Enns @ DK2025 

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That’s it — entries are in, and the deadline has passed! Huge thanks to everyone who joined in. We can’t wait to dive into your creative work and see who’s bringing the best ideas to the table this year.



We're all about uniting the industry, so this year, we've taken the extra step and made our Entry Guide available in every language of the BalCannes:



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This year, we brought new categories, a fresh Design track, and some exciting perks — like a free first entry and our special 3 + 1, 6 + 2, 9 + 3 deal. Now, all that’s left is to see what made the cut.



Want to check out last year’s best work? You can find <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/news/regional-experts-awarded-the-best-of-creativity-from-bih-croatia-north-macedonia-serbia-and-slovenia-at-balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the list of 2024 winners</a> or dive into <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dgzjet5jn/images/v1716896038/BalCannes-Report-2024/BalCannes-Report-2024.pdf?_i=AA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the BalCannes Report</a> for the ultimate industry breakdown.



Didn’t make it this time? No hard feelings — there’s always next year. And hey, don’t blame us, we’re just here to celebrate the best of the best. The <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/meet-the-experts-wholl-crown-the-regions-best-at-balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jury</a> calls the shots.



Head to our <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/showcase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Showcase</a> and dive into last year’s winning entries — a front-row seat to the best-of-the-best (and a reminder of what you’re up against). Watch the video recaps, take notes, and aim higher.



Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

BalCannes

Young Lions Croatia 2025 winners and finalists are here!



Alright, young creatives — we hope you were ready. The entry period for Young Lions Croatia 2025 is officially over. The competition took place on 7 and 8 March 2025 in Zagreb, while bringing together the next wave of talent across creative, media, digital, PR, and marketing.



Whether you’re from an agency, an in-house team, or a lone-wolf freelancer, this was your chance to fight for the title of Croatia’s best young talent. 



Didn’t make it this time? Keep sharpening your skills — the next opportunity will come.



ABOUT YOUNG LIONS CROATIA



Young Lions Croatia challenges creatives under 30 to team up and develop a solution for a non-profit or civil society organization within 24 hours. Participants compete in one of six categories — Design, Digital, Marketers, Media, Print, and PR — where they can showcase their lion’s strength. Isolated from the outside world, they have the freedom to unleash their creativity and demonstrate their leadership in the communication jungle. This intense format not only raises social awareness but also hones creative skills, time management, communication, and decision-making. The best team also earns the chance to represent Croatian creativity on the global stage at the Cannes Young Lions creativity competition.



YOUNG LIONS CROATIA 2025 HIGHLIGHTS



The winners of Young Lions Croatia 2025 were young lions&nbsp;Ana Csik and Mate Šola (McCann Zagreb)&nbsp;with their&nbsp;The Art Can Contain It&nbsp;project!



At the Zagreb Innovation Centre (ZICER), 112 young lions worked on their creative solutions in six competitive categories: Design, Digital, PR, Marketers, Media, and Print, and below you can find the final results.



PR Category:



Winners: Ana Csik and Mate Šola (McCann Zagreb) — also Grand Prix winners



Second Place: Nika Novak and Lara Paša (CTA komunikacije)



Third Place (tie): Matea Ivančić and Izabela Klobučar (MinusMinus Agency) &amp; Jana Cvetko and Klara Rajnović (Komunikacijski laboratorij)



Digital Category:



First Place: Ivana Lovrić and Tomislav Kučina (Degordian)



Second Place: Paula Grabar and Dajana Cvjetković (Fabula)



Third Place: Renata Blek and Laura Vukelić (I TO NIJE SVE!)



Design Category:



First Place: Luka Mitar and Matija Marić (Envy)



Second Place: Ana Jug and Petra Kardaš (ForgeBIT)



Third Place: Sara Pejaković and Erol Čindrak (Ured za ideje)



Media Category:



First Place: Hana Malobabić and Dario Ambruš (Imago Ogilvy)



Second Place: Anamarija Igrec and Petra Sabljić (dentsu Croatia)



Marketers Category:



No winners, but&nbsp;finalists: Karla Ivezić and Matea Glad (A1 Hrvatska)



Print Category:



No winners or finalists

Young Lions Croatia

Thought you missed your shot at BalCannes? Think again. The late submission deadline closes on 20 January 2025, but here’s the twist: a special extended window opens from 21 January to 30 January 2025. There’s a catch, though — a €15 processing fee (+VAT) on top of the regular entry cost.



This year, we’re rewarding loyalty and welcoming newcomers:



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<li>Loyal Agencies: For every three entries, get one free (3 + 1, 6 + 2 — you know the drill).</li>



<li>First-Time Participants: Your first entry ever? It’s on us.</li>
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Submit your best integrated campaigns or those standout pieces that nail one big idea. Projects must be from the qualification period 20 January 2023 — 20 January 2025.



This is your chance to own the regional stage and showcase your creative genius. Don’t sit this one out. Find more information <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.



Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

Last call? Not quite — BalCannes extends submission window

We know you love a good throwback — so let’s rewind to 2015. The hair. The energy. The beautiful chaos. David Shingy Shing lit up our stage and left us questioning everything (in the best way). Now he’s back — sharper, louder, and yes, still rocking better hair than you.



Former AOL Chief Evangelist, now full-time digital philosopher and creative firestarter for brands like LVMH, Chanel, and Nike, Shingy doesn’t do keynotes. He does perspective resets. Provocation. Pattern disruption. The kind of stage moment that jolts your brand awake.



He’s not here to talk trends — he’s here to turn “what if?” into “holy sh*t,” blending instinct, storytelling, and just enough chaos to shake things up. He doesn’t predict the future. He builds it.



This is your chance to see him live, unfiltered, and in full flight. Because the future doesn’t show up politely — it takes someone like David Shing to kick the door open.



On the DK2025 main stage, Shing will share the spotlight with none other than <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/sophia-the-robot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sophia the Robot</a>, the world’s most famous AI humanoid; Business Insider’s most innovative CMO and Cannes Lions legend <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/speakers/fernando-machado" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Fernando Machado</a> powered by A1, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/karen-nelson-field" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Karen Nelson-Field</a>, the world’s top expert on attention economics, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/blair-enns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blair Enns</a>, the world’s leading authority on selling and pricing creative services, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/michael-corcoran" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Michael Corcoran</a>, the Internet’s savviest troll and the man behind Ryanair’s savage online personality, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/marisha-lakhiani" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marisha Lakhiani</a>, a visionary leader and expert in the science, art, and psychology of marketing, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/branding-but-make-it-future-proof-with-johan-ronnestam-at-dk2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Johan Ronnestam</a>, a serial entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and branding mastermind who has helped the world’s most iconic brands stay ahead of the curve, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/mirella-crespi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mirella Crespi</a>, the mastermind behind 2,000+ ads a month in six languages, who crafted for global names like Amazon, Meta Unilever, and Ubisoft, <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers/amber-case-powered-by-enna" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amber Case powered by ENNA</a>, cyborg anthropologist, Fast Company’s most influential women in technology, author and tech whisperer and <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/news/enter-the-fight-club-dietmar-dahmen-has-arrived" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dietmar Dahmen</a>, a creative rockstar and transformation evangelist. With <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/speakers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a powerhouse lineup featuring 170+ leaders</a> from Croatia and beyond, this is the event for anyone serious about creativity and communication.

David Shing returns to DK and the future’s about to get wild

BalCannes isn’t just another creativity competition. It’s the battleground for the boldest ideas, where the region’s top creative minds go head-to-head. The stakes are high, and the power lies in the hands of some pretty sharp judges. This year, agency pros, advertisers, and media jury are back to decide who’s worthy of the spotlight. Want to know who’s calling the shots? Keep reading.



The creatives looking for glory will be judged across 22 categories, from fully integrated campaigns to single executions. And for those who think they’ve got what it takes to stand out, a special Editor’s Pick Award awaits, chosen by a jury of media experts.



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Representing agencies are Darko Bosnar&nbsp;(Imago Ogilvy, Croatia),&nbsp;Elena Bozhinova&nbsp;(IDEA Plus 360 Communications, North Macedonia),&nbsp;Bojan Dodevski&nbsp;(McCann Skopje, North Macedonia),&nbsp;Matjaž Germ&nbsp;(Agencija 101, Slovenia),&nbsp;Veljko Golubović&nbsp;(New Moment, Serbia),&nbsp;Bojan Hadžihalilović&nbsp;(Fabrika, Bosnia and Herzegovina),&nbsp;Brankica Janković&nbsp;(Aquarius, Bosnia and Herzegovina),&nbsp;Đorđe Janković&nbsp;(Friday Finally, Serbia),&nbsp;Elma Kadrić&nbsp;(Via Media, Bosnia and Herzegovina),&nbsp;Nermin Nino Kasupović&nbsp;(Effect Agency, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Petra Krulc (Futura DDB, Slovenia), Tine Lugarič (Trampolin, Slovenia), Predrag Nikolovski (AdValue, North Macedonia), Sara Prenc (Studio Tumpić/Prenc, Croatia), Anja Radulović (Leo Burnett Belgrade, Serbia), Klemen Šefer (Pristop, Slovenia), Dejan Spirkoski (Saatchi&amp;Saatchi, North Macedonia), Gordan Turković (CTA komunikacije, Croatia), Žarko Veljković (Jazavac i Utorak, Serbia), and&nbsp;Siniša Waldinger (Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey, Croatia).



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The advertiser representatives gathered to find the best projects at BalCannes are Amra Babić (BBI Bank, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Branka Bajt (Hrvatski Telekom, Croatia), Jovan Bugarčić (AD IMLEK, Serbia), Elena Dimovska (A1 Makedonija, North Macedonia), Hrvoje Filipčić (Perutnina Ptuj, Slovenia), Ivana Fočić (Radenska Adriatic, Croatia), Manja Gradišek (NLB, Slovenia), Irena Knežević (Hemofarm Banjaluka, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Marina Knežević (Kraš, Croatia), Mia Lasić (Addiko Bank, Croatia), Nađa Lutvikadić Fočo (BH Telecom, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Miodrag Marinković (Frikom, Serbia), Maja Naumovska Saveska (HALKBANK AD Skopje, North Macedonia), Jelena Pavićević (Apatinska pivara, Serbia), Aleš Petejan (Mastercard, Slovenia), Anita Srac (Lidl Slovenija, Slovenia), Ljubica Stojić (Violeta, Bosnia and Herzegovina), Nataša Šarčević (Atlantic Grupa, Serbia), and Katerina Teovska (Pivara Skopje, North Macedonia).



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BalCannes Editor’s Pick Award will be awarded by the best media experts in the region: Sandra Babić&nbsp;(Lider Media, Croatia),&nbsp;Nenad Danilović&nbsp;(Advertiser Serbia, Serbia),&nbsp;Ekrem Dupanović&nbsp;(Media Marketing, Bosnia and Herzegovina),&nbsp;Boris Eftimovski&nbsp;(Marketing 365, North Macedonia), and&nbsp;Simona Kruhar Gaberšček&nbsp;(Marketing Magazin, Slovenia).



Think you’ve got what it takes? The late deadline ends on 20 January 2025, but if you’re not already sweating, there’s still time to pull together that killer entry. Campaigns and single projects alike are fair game, as long as they fall within the qualifying period of 20 January 2023 to 20 January 2025.



Submitting is a breeze: just fill out the application and attach a short video summary or a PDF. Want all the nitty-gritty? Check out the <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dgzjet5jn/images/v1731328968/HRV_Pravilnik-BalCannes-Awards-2025/HRV_Pravilnik-BalCannes-Awards-2025.pdf?_i=AA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">rules</a> and details on <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the official site</a>.



So, are you ready to prove your worth? The judges are watching.

Meet the experts who’ll crown the region’s best at BalCannes

DK Festival has an updated visual identity thanks to our unstoppable creative duo Sven Sorić and Jelena Babić. These two just don’t miss. Ever.



Gone are the days of our monochromatic story. We’ve had enough of playing it (completely) cool, so we gave DK Festival the makeover it deserves — meet our new gradient. Yes, it’s bold. Yes, it’s fresh.



This year’s iteration of the DK2025 identity confronts familiar elements — typography, black and white surfaces, cutting, and duplicating — with the unexpected: a multicolored gradient. Where did the colors come from? By introducing this new element, we aim to provoke thought about the nature of our identity and communication while testing the boundaries of a visual system we constantly mutate. Have we ceased to be black-and-white even though we’re using color? Have we created a new identity, or is this just another step in its continuity? The answers will reveal themselves as the campaign unfolds — ultimately, it’s up to the observers to decide.



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This isn’t just about blending colors, it’s about the beautifully messy reality of marketing. The love and the chaos. The genius campaigns that change the game and the ones that make you mutter WTF. We’re still the festival that serves you the good, the bad, and the oh-so-questionable sides of the comms industry, but now we’ve got a look that dares to match the energy. A little less sleek, a little more unapologetically us.



What you can expect is more playful experimentation with imagery and typography in ways only DK Festival can deliver. We’re typically atypical, so prepare for the unexpected. We don’t shy away from collaging our star speakers’ faces beyond recognition or hypnotizing the entire festival hall with our motion graphics. We prod our audience with provocative questions about the industry, and even mundane activities like riding the elevator or visiting the restroom become must-have moments for selfies and self-reflection.



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Round of applause for our Babić &amp; Sorić duo, who work tirelessly with the DK team.



This is a step forward in the evolution of DK’s story. We’re still radical — now with a spectral shift. Fresh. Provocative. Impossible to ignore — just like DK Festival. <a href="https://www.danikomunikacija.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Get your ticket now.</a>

It’s time we enter a new visual era — DK’s gradient revolution is here

Think your campaign is the next big thing? Prove it. BalCannes submissions are open, but the early bird deadline is creeping up — 20 December 2024. Don’t miss your shot to stand out on the regional stage and flex your creativity in front of top advertisers, agencies, and media leaders.



Here’s the deal:



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<li>Loyal contenders? For every three entries, you get one free (3 + 1, 6 + 2, 9 + 3 — you get the math).</li>



<li>New to BalCannes? First entry is on us.</li>
</ul>



Submit your boldest campaigns or the most creative single pieces from the last two years, 20 January 2023 – 20 January 2025, and show the industry what you’re made of.



BalCannes isn’t just a competition — it’s a chance to earn industry respect, connect with decision-makers, and prove your work isn’t just good, it’s game-changing.



Late entries close 20 January 2025. Don’t wait for the final buzzer.



Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

Last chance for early bird submissions at BalCannes

The tenth birthday edition of our beloved festival had all the DK ingredients: packed festival halls, loud energy and creativity at it’s best, while predictable unpredictability this year sealed all the imperfectly perfect memories of our typically atypical festival.



Yes, we exceeded all expectations once again; delivered a&nbsp;unique festival experience with record attendance, showcased extraordinary production and&nbsp;reached the highest level of organization, welcoming our community on our tenth birthday with style and swag. While we’re being modest, did anyone really expect anything less? Well yes, but haters gonna hate.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



With a total of 163&nbsp;speakers and performers,&nbsp;123&nbsp;companies, brands, and associations as partners, sponsors, and friends of the festival, over&nbsp;70&nbsp;program segments and events that took place at&nbsp;7&nbsp;festival locations,&nbsp;all that remains is to eagerly await what’ll your&nbsp;one &amp; only&nbsp;festival&nbsp;have in store for you for 2025. For an entire year. All of 365 days. Just 8760 hours.&nbsp;



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Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL



Dunja Ivana Ballon, the woman&nbsp;behind your favorite madness, or as the titles call her Festival &amp; Program Director,&nbsp;agrees with you:&nbsp;"Extraordinary things in life don’t come by easy or often which is why we are so grateful for each and every one of YOU who believed in us and chose to spend your time with us"&nbsp;—&nbsp;both alone&nbsp;and with several thousand other people, but that’s apparently our thing (let's be real, who doesn’t love a good audience). When asked about 2025 and exceeding expectations, she clapped back "we might be a lot of things but boring isn’t one of them".



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Photo: Vana Katančić



Our typically-atypical festival surprised everyone with innovative new formats that pushed the boundaries of the events market&nbsp;or what we just like to consider "the fun stuff" such as midnight talks, beachside streams, post-program pints, a beach afterparty at sunset, spectacular main 360° hall, sold-out batches of our FUCK&amp;LOVE fashion, a new fourth hall in an indoor woods, the first AI sidekick of such an event in Croatia, even drinking rakija on the main stage after midnight with one of the greatest living thinkers on the planet (Dan Ariely, we love you), marriage proposals to the hottest guy ever (yes, Marnick Vandenbroek, we’re talking about you), a legendary creative Brian Collins creating waves (and throwing chocolate at people),&nbsp;DJ-ing in the club with Oobah Butler, brass band wake-up performance on Friday morning&nbsp;and a whole plethora of other unprecedented content we enjoyed to the max at the sunniest edition of DK Festival — yet.&nbsp;



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



You were a part of what many consider the best program in this part of the world, where we hosted&nbsp;unique insights from 13 extraordinary speakers from Argentina, Belgium, Singapore, the UK, the USA, on the festival’s 360° stage (did you know many call it the scariest stage in the world?) and celebrated&nbsp;numerous national and regional experts, leaders in our market that created this festival with us.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



The spectrum of topics covered everything from pushing the boundaries of creativity, taboo topics in the industry, future, neuroscience, breaking stereotypes, psychology, creative chaos, AI and even tripping, drawing out the most current and compelling aspects of our work.&nbsp;



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Photo: Vana Katančić



The evening sessions were shows like no other as we presented awards for the best of the best among&nbsp;518 projects competing for industry awards, chosen by a selection of 118 jury members and competition committees.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



This thrilling festival edition once again demonstrated that, from one extreme to another, from black to white, it is possible to simultaneously love and hate the communications industry, but it is impossible to remain indifferent towards it. So, at the closing of the tenth edition, we said farewell to our community and&nbsp;thanked our speakers, panelists, partners, festival friends, media, and everyone involved in the organization who helped realize this extensive project.&nbsp;We congratulated the competition winners, closing the festival doors — until next year.



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Photo: Vana Katančić



Ballon also&nbsp;praised&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C58jUb0NmFf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">the festival’s team</a>&nbsp;for their extraordinary energy and love that they invested into making this wild show: senior program managers&nbsp;Maja Baumschabel (program) and Helena Fuker (partnerships), press Barbara Tolić Aušić and Katarina Osmak, socials Marin Vlainić, awards&nbsp;Eva Trstenjak and Monika Bogdanić, admin Fran Ljubej, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C6L313CsJdm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their partners in crime</a>, producers Damir Stupnišek &amp; Lara Stolnik, comms Jelena Babić &amp; Sven Sorić, lawyer Ivana Delalić, tech Goran &amp; Marko Matošić, our students Barbara, Nika and Ana, alongside <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/news/breaking-news-dk-organizers-gone-wild-locked-themselves-in-the-new-main-hall-and-stole-the-festival-merch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the festival’s committee.</a>&nbsp;



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Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL



Those of you who couldn’t have joined this year’s big celebration of the communications industry had to watch from the sidelines. Our&nbsp;online passes provided access to the Hall AAA content and were available to all DK2024 ticket holders.



Till we meet again, stay naughty, creative, inspired and create some reeeally good trouble. Love&nbsp;from your DK Team.



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Photo: Vana Katančić

What a triumph #DK2024

BalCannes is now open for entries — the competition that highlights the best work from the communications industry in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Slovenia, and Serbia. A <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes">comprehensive entry guide</a> is available to guide you on your journey to winning the region’s creative hearts. Packed with useful information, translations of the entry guide are now available in the official languages of all participating countries on the official website. Get the cheat sheet for the basics because nobody has time for rookie mistakes.



WHO CAN APPLY? Whether you’re the big fish or just a guppy splashing around in the creative pond, here’s your shot at proving your worth. BalCannes isn’t just about trophies—it’s about reminding the region (and yourself) that creativity can thrive in even the tightest of budgets and wildest of client demands. Beyond celebrating the spirit of the region and bringing together the best agencies and advertisers from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Slovenia, and Serbia, BalCannes is a testament to the unparalleled creativity and originality that often go beyond market constraints—and frequently thrive in spite of them.



HOW TO APPLY? IN THREE STEPS!



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<li>Fill in your project deets: project name, agency and client names, the category you’re applying in, and the company submitting the project.</li>



<li>Show us your stuff: as a video summary or a PDF document. In the new Design Mosaic track (Track II), you must present your work exclusively in a PDF format. The video summary can be up to 3 minutes long.</li>



<li>Upload your campaign visual in .jpg/.jpeg format (A4 size recommended) with a resolution of at least 300 dpi, which will be used for promotional purposes. You must also include a brief summary of the main challenge from the brief, your solution, and the achieved results (max. 150 words). Brevity is the soul of wit—or in this case, credibility.</li>
</ol>



NEW BENEFITS FOR ENTRANTS Been submitting for the past two years? You’re in luck. The 3+1 deal gives you a free fourth entry after three paid ones. Haven’t submitted anything in two years? Consider this your redemption arc: your first entry is on the house.



You can apply for BalCannes 2025 until 20 January 2025. Projects eligible for submission must have been realized during the two-year qualification period from January 20, 2023, to January 20, 2025. It’s important to note that projects this year can compete in three tracks: Market Mosaic, Design Mosaic, and Positive Change Mosaic. You can submit the same project multiple times—your work can be entered into more than one category across all three tracks.



Still confused? Head to <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes">the official website</a> for all the nitty-gritty details. Or don’t. Just don’t cry foul when the awards go to someone else.

1, 2, 3 — enter BalCannes in three simple steps

These 15 experts will be the bridge between the competition and the competitors and as such will contribute to the continuous betterment of BalCannes.



Ahead of the new competition season, the BalCannes Expert Council has been assembled – an advisory body that will operate during the planning and organization phase of the competition. Its primary task is to participate in the ongoing alignment of BalCannes with the needs of the industry and the markets of the participating countries (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Slovenia, and Serbia).



Members of the BalCannes Expert Council will be representatives from the three best-ranked agencies in each participating country of BalCannes in the current year. In accordance with amazing results in 2023, the members for this year are: Dunja Bibianko (AV Studio, SLO), Nataša Bojanić (Leo Burnett Belgrade, SRB), Darko Bosnar (Imago Ogilvy, HR), Davor Bruketa (Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey, HR), Amna Džambić Branković (Via Media, BIH), Bojan Kočovski (McCann Skopje, MKD), Ejub Kučuk (MITA group, BIH), Predrag Nikolovski (AdValue, MKD), Marko Pešić (Ovation BBDO, SRB), Sara Prenc (Studio Tumpić/Prenc, HR), Dejan Spirkoski (Saatchi&amp;Saatchi Skopje, MKD), Gordan Turković (CTA komunikacije, HR), Žarko Veljković (Jazavac i Utorak, SRB), Marko Vičič (Futura DDB, SLO) and Dino Zupančič (Agencija 101, SLO).



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Members of the Council will discuss these ideas: competition groups and categories, judging, as well as other activities connected to planning and the realization of the competition. An initial meeting was also held, during which members of the Organizing Committee presented an overview of last year's season and plans for the upcoming year. Members of the Expert Council provided valuable feedback, suggestions, and ideas for the continued development of BalCannes.



For us, BalCannes is primarily an opportunity to establish new business contacts, and only then a competitive event. Some of the most important clients from the entire region are on the jury, and it often happens that one of our projects catches their eye, regardless of the final outcome of the competition. That's why we also submit projects that don't necessarily fall into the category of typical "festival" material but perfectly showcase the breadth and diversity of our expertise, said Davor Bruketa, a member of the competition's Organizing Committee.



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Let us remind you that after the winners were announced at the main stage in Rovinj, the BalCannes Report was published. The report called <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dgzjet5jn/images/v1716896038/BalCannes-Report-2024/BalCannes-Report-2024.pdf?_i=AA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BALCANNES MOSAIC OF CREATIVITY</a> encompasses several regional lists showing the best projects, advertisers, and agencies in our region, but also within each of the five countries included in the Council.



For more information about the competition – where it will once again be possible to win a gold, silver, or bronze award and showcase the quality of your projects to the region – visit <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the link</a>. Applications open in the fall, and the winners will be announced at DK Festival, which will be held from May 15 to 18, 2025.

Best regional creatives once again in the BalCannes Expert Council

The fifteenth season of IdejaX is ahead of us — and there are some new and some familiar faces in the new Organizing Committee.



The new competitive season in the communications industry is about to begin. If you're a creative, you already know about IdejaX, one of the most important creative awards, that will once again reward your most creative projects this year. To mix things up, HURA has updated the Organizing Committee which now consists of six permanent members and three rotating members.



The Organizing Committee is responsible for planning the entire competition process. In addition to the existing members — Dunja Ivana Ballon (HURA! and IAB Croatia), Damir Ciglar (Imago Ogilvy), and Jelena Fiškuš (Studio Sonda) — the new permanent members of the Organizing Committee are Rajna Cuculić (EssenceMediacom), Anselmo Tumpić (Studio Tumpić/Prenc), and Siniša Waldinger (Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey). Joining them in the new competitive season are new direct rotating members Almir Okanović (BBDO Zagreb), and Marin Ostojić (ZOO agencija), as well as the elected rotating member Alen Kekić (I TO NIJE SVE).



IdejaX is the only competition that celebrates creativity in our communications industry, making it recognizable and intriguing. Participating in the committee is an opportunity to contribute to the development of the festival, bringing it even closer to prestigious global and regional festivals, said Marin Ostojić (ZOO agencija).



Siniša Waldinger (Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey) commented: IdejaX is a reflection of the creative industry in Croatia, and through its growth and development, we can also observe the growth and development of the advertising industry, which has undergone numerous transformations over the past 15 years. The combination of a great location, global speakers, and competitive excitement is clearly a winning formula, as evidenced by the constant increase in the number of submitted works and participants.



Membership in the Organizing Committee of IdejaX represents an opportunity for me to contribute to the advancement of the creative industry and to establish and recognize new standards within the profession. I look forward to collaborating professionally with my colleagues on the Committee, as well as to the challenges that the new competition season brings, said Rajna Cuculić (EssenceMediaCom).



It is a great honor for me to be a member of this committee, as IdejaX has established itself over the years as the most important national award for creativity in market communications. IdejaX provides an opportunity not only for large agencies but also for smaller ones to showcase their full potential and creativity through their projects in the best light, pointed out Anselmo Tumpić (Studio Tumpić/Prenc).



Alen Kekić (I TO NIJE SVE) shared his thoughts on the competition: Creativity is something that will outlast all trends, visual hooks, and well-written prompts. Creativity is what makes me get up every morning and drive to work, even though I have the work-from-home option. And IdejaX is a competition that celebrates, and even somewhat glorifies creativity, so I felt compelled to take part in the Organizing Committee of IdejaX.



According to the Rulebook of the IdejaX Organizing Committee, the permanent members of the Committee will work on the IdejaX competition for the next four seasons, while the rotating members will provide a fresh perspective each year. Their first step is to meet up and discuss the goals and changes brought about by the new awards season.



You have time until the beginning of next year to pick your best projects to submit to IdejaX. Find more info <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/idejax" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

Fresh faces and new ideas in IdejaX Organizing Committee

The new DK2025 date has dropped: 15/05/2025



We’re really stubborn about keeping our title of the sunniest creative festival of the year, so we’re preparing a new May edition of your favorite festival. We know, we know, sunny days on the coast, pebbly beach, Hotel Lone, and the unlimited craziness of DK have never sounded better.



We know you already miss us — and we miss you too — so&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/news/what-a-triumph-dk2024" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">it’s ok to reminisce</a>&nbsp;(or cry). For now, let’s just save the date, meaning pick up your calendar, block your schedule, hold your calls, cancel your meetings (or in other words, get ready to LEAVE EVERYTHING 15—18/05/2025) until December 2024 when the tickets and accommodation will be out. We know you’re keeping an eye on us and follow our channels (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/danikomunikacija">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danikomunikacija/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://tiktok.com/@danikomunikacija">TikTok</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/dkomunikacija">X</a>) so you’ll find out about it first.



This summer just got even hotter with these good news and the rest we’ll leave up to you and your wild imagination, for now at least… After all, everything’s more fun with a dash of mystery.



We can’t wait to see you at DK2025.

[SAVE THE DATE] DK2025 in sunny May? Yes, please.

After spreading our DK philosophy all over Hotel Lone at DK2024, keep the DK vibes going with our fresh FUCK DK T-shirts, brand new baseball hats and some eye-catching socks, all of which are available in our characteristic fashion – black, white and just astonishingly beautiful. Check them out below. 



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FUCK&amp;LOVE T-SHIRT (26,00 EUR)



The FUCK &amp; LOVE DK T-shirts make a bold statement, blending your attitude with style in the most DK way possible. 



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FUCK&amp;LOVE BASEBALL HAT (13,00 EUR)



Elevate your streetwear game. Pair our brand new baseball hat with any outfit for an instant dose of urban edge, guaranteed to make you stand out from the crowd. Which is what we want. Always.



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FUCK&amp;LOVE SOCKS (5,20 EUR)



Gone are the days of boring footwear — DK Festival's socks are here to add a pop of personality to your ensemble. With eye-catching designs, and one black and one white sock, our socks are anything but ordinary. 



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FRESH DK FASHION DROP

The detailed overview of this year’s regional competition of creativity titled BALCANNES, MOSAIC OF CREATIVITY encompasses a series of ranking lists with information about the best projects, advertisers and agencies from the region and its five respective countries: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Northern Macedonia, Slovenia and Serbia!



The winners of BalCannes were announced at DK2024, where we celebrated them the only way we know how. Grandiose, spectacular and simply fabulous. This year agencies from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Northern Macedonia, Slovenia, and Serbia competed for gold, silver and bronze awards in&nbsp;17 different business categories&nbsp;in which they usually compete on the market with campaigns over a two-year eligibility period. Now it is time to spotlight the best of the region’s creativity in <a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dgzjet5jn/images/v1716896038/BalCannes-Report-2024/BalCannes-Report-2024.pdf?_i=AA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the BalCannes Report</a>, the definitive outline of the industry activity in the region. These 47 pages are everyone's break it or make it moment. Don’t blame us if you didn’t make it on the list. Blame the <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/news/these-experts-are-looking-for-the-best-projects-at-this-years-edition-of-balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jury</a>.



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Foto: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



BIG WINNERS OF THE BALCANNES 2024



At the DK Festival in Rovinj, Jazavac i Utorak and Hemofarm fondacija won the BalCannes Grand Prix for their&nbsp;Najvažniji poziv u životu&nbsp;project. The title of the best agency of the five countries went to Imago Ogilvy, while the&nbsp;advertiser of the year award was given to Hemofarm fondacija. A special Editor’s Pick Award, given out by the representative of the industry media from the region, went to Studenac and Imago Ogilvy for their&nbsp;EVERYBODY GUC GUC project.



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TOP 10 PROJECTS @ BALCANNES



Here is a ranking list of the projects that earned the highest number of points at BalCannes 2024.



1. Najvažniji poziv u životu / Jazavac i Utorak / Hemofarm fondacija / I. Market Mosaic / Health and Pharmacy



2. U Bingu sam / Via Media / Bingo / I. Market Mosaic / Retail



3. It’s Time for Your Time / Studio Tumpić/Prenc / Franc Arman / I. Market Mosaic / Alcoholic Beverages



4. PIPI – A TOAST FOR EVERY ROAST / Imago Ogilvy / Pipi Beverages / I. Market Mosaic / Non-alcoholic Beverages



5. Štark – I osmeh je tu / Ovation BBDO / Atlantic Grupa / I. Market Mosaic / Food



6. Lepo je biti kmet / Agencija 101 / Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food, Slovenia / I. Market Mosaic / Miscellaneous



Najvažniji poziv u životu / Jazavac i Utorak / Hemofarm fondacija / II. Positive Change Mosaic / Community Care



7. THE WHITE BOXES / Herman &amp; partnerji / Mercator / I. Market Mosaic / Retail



8. EVERYBODY GUC GUC / Imago Ogilvy / Studena / I. Market Mosaic / Non-alcoholic Beverages



9. Munchmallow – Sav od igre / Žiška / Jaffa Crvenka / I. Market Mosaic / Food



10. Na dobrom putu / McCann Beograd / Beogradska Filharmonija / I. Market Mosaic / Tourism, Culture and Leisure



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TOP 10 ADVERTISERS @ BALCANNES



These are the advertisers whose projects scored highest at BalCannes 2024.



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<li>Hemofarm fondacija</li>



<li>Studena</li>



<li>Atlantic Grupa / Beogradska Filharmonija / Bingo / Čistoća Split / Franc Arman / Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food, Slovenia / Pipi Beverages</li>



<li>Croatia osiguranje</li>



<li>Mercator / RBA – Raiffeisenbank Hrvatska</li>



<li>A1 Serbia / Counseling office for Workers / Heineken / Jaffa Crvenka</li>



<li>Heineken Hrvatska / Skateistan</li>



<li>Burek Olimpija / ePlaneta / One Albania / Terra Hub / UNICEF Srbija</li>



<li>Halkbank AD Skopje</li>



<li>IKEA / Konzum / TZ Poreč</li>
</ol>



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TOP 10 AGENCIES @ BALCANNES



What follows is a ranking list of the agencies whose projects received the highest number of points at BalCannes 2024.



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<li>Imago Ogilvy</li>



<li>Jazavac i Utorak</li>



<li>Agencija 101</li>



<li>Ovation BBDO</li>



<li>Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey</li>



<li>Leo Burnett Belgrade</li>



<li>CTA komunikacije / McCann Beograd / Studio Tumpić/Prenc / Via Media</li>



<li>Herman &amp; partnerji</li>



<li>Žiška</li>



<li>Futura DDB</li>
</ol>



CONTENTS OF THE REGIONAL BALCANNES REPORT



The BalCannes Report consists of three sections: (1) best projects, (2) best advertisers and (3) best agencies. You will see their rankings in the region as whole as well as the rankings by particular countries. If it wasn’t obvious by now, the report lists the campaigns based on their score rather than in alphabetical order. It is thus the first report of its kind that shows the entrants how the Advertisers Jury members evaluated their projects, how the Agencies Jury gave their scores as well as the perspective of the Media Jury. In the BalCannes Hall of Fame chapter you can find a detailed overview of the projects that have won gold, silver, bronze, as well as special awards of BalCannes.



JOIN THE MOSAIC OF CREATIVITY



Whether you are&nbsp;an established agency or just breaking into the creative market, BalCannes is a competition that allows you to prove your worth to those who may not know you yet. The competition welcomes entries that are either&nbsp;full, integrated campaigns or individual, unique efforts&nbsp;within a campaign that represent a single idea. The BalCannes Report is an excellent opportunity for you to get to know the region’s creativity, the competition criteria and the jury members’ ways of thinking – and find your own winning formula that will put you on the BalCannes ranking lists next year!



You can download the report on this&nbsp;<a href="https://res.cloudinary.com/dgzjet5jn/images/v1716896038/BalCannes-Report-2024/BalCannes-Report-2024.pdf?_i=AA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">link</a>.&nbsp;If you want to know more about BalCannes (whose next edition is already in the works!), head&nbsp;<a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/awards/balcannes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.

The stats are in – the best our region has to offer in the new BalCannes Report

The Effie award ceremony took place in the glamorous atmosphere at the main stage of DK2024 in Rovinj.



At the new edition of the DK Festival, the winners of the&nbsp;Effie Awards Croatia have been announced. Effie celebrates efficiency of the marketing communications. The awards go to the best agencies and advertisers for their remarkable efforts&nbsp;in the segments of creativity, strategy, and achieved market results during the past year.



The winners of the gold Effie Croatia 2024 award are PIK Vrbovec plus and Imago Ogilvy agency with their partner STUDIO NEXUS for their project Kad će? Sad će! in the&nbsp;Food&nbsp;category; Molson Coorsand BBDO Zagreb agency with their strategic partners 404 and OMD Zagreb for the Ožujsko pivo 2019-2023 project in the Sustained Success category, and Konzum plus and ZOO agencija in partnership with TCC Global and STUDIO NEXUS for their Mali veliki talenti project in the Positive Change: Social Good: Brands and Non-Profits category.



The silver was awarded to the&nbsp;EVERYBODY GUC GUC&nbsp;project by Studenac, Imago Ogilvy, and Ascanius Media in the&nbsp;Beverages&nbsp;category, as well as&nbsp;Bolji online&nbsp;by A1 Hrvatska and its primary agency BBDO Zagreb and its associate REAL GRUPA in the&nbsp;Telecommunications&nbsp;category. The silver award also went to Mali veliki talenti by Konzum plus and ZOO agencija with its partners TCC Global and STUDIO NEXUS in the Retail and E-commerce category.



There were two winners of the bronze award. The first winners are Podravka and Kofein agency, and their associates Enterwell, Vertigo Media, SeekandHit i OMD MEDIA for the Ketching up with the competition in the Food category and the second winners of the bronze award are kompare.hr, Imago Ogilvy, Tvoj Domagoj i Riba ribi grize rep for their USPOREDIVO BOLJE project in the Retail and E-commerce category.



The best projects were chosen by our expert jury with their president&nbsp;Dunja Delić&nbsp;(Konzum) and:&nbsp;Iva Barbarić Kasun&nbsp;(Zagrebačka banka),&nbsp;Kristina Bocak Gojun&nbsp;(Podravka),&nbsp;Iva Bokšić&nbsp;(McCann Zagreb),&nbsp;Dinko Brčić&nbsp;(BBDO Zagreb),&nbsp;Josip Buzov&nbsp;(Imago Ogilvy),&nbsp;Rajna Cuculić&nbsp;(GroupM),&nbsp;Ana Ćelap&nbsp;(Real grupa),&nbsp;Iva Domić&nbsp;(UTORAK),&nbsp;Nikša Farac&nbsp;(Kraš),&nbsp;Barbara Filipčić&nbsp;(IKEA South East Europe),&nbsp;Ivana Fočić&nbsp;(Radenska Adriatic),&nbsp;Petra Gajica&nbsp;(PINK MOON),&nbsp;Kristina Hustić&nbsp;(PIK Vrbovec Plus),&nbsp;Nada Kaurin Knežević&nbsp;(Algebra),&nbsp;Ivo Knežević&nbsp;(Erste banka),&nbsp;Đuro Korać&nbsp;(Nivas),&nbsp;Monika Majstorović&nbsp;(A1 Hrvatska),&nbsp;Sonja Martinović&nbsp;(Bruketa&amp;Žinić&amp;Grey),&nbsp;Božo Mekinić&nbsp;(PSK),&nbsp;Ana Miličević&nbsp;(Telemach Hrvatska),&nbsp;Marijana Novak&nbsp;(Pro Media Group),&nbsp;Marin Ostojić&nbsp;(ZOO Agencija),&nbsp;Tatjana Rajković&nbsp;(Kabinet 3C),&nbsp;Vjekoslav Srednoselec&nbsp;(dentsu Croatia),&nbsp;Ante Šalinović&nbsp;(Ipsos Hrvatska),&nbsp;Manuela Šola&nbsp;(Komunikacijski laboratorij),&nbsp;Vesna Vlahović Dašić&nbsp;(Co-Brain konzultantska tvrtka) i&nbsp;Igor Vukasović&nbsp;(Hrvatski Telekom).



The president of the jury of this year's Effie competition, Dunja Delić (Konzum), stated: Effie carefully follows market trends and events, adapting to them, which adds extra importance to this recognition. Without hesitation, we can say that our marketing and communications professionals are creating projects that can stand alongside European ones – therefore, I take this opportunity to sincerely congratulate the winners.



The communications community and their great mood has made the celebration of the most efficient Croatian marketing projects more special and closed yet another DK Festival edition on a fun note.



Featured photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL

Here are the most effiecient advertising projects of Effie Awards Croatia

We will not forget the last day of the festival for a long time, and without a doubt, we have strengthened the belief that DK Festival brings the most interesting speakers to the stage — but also gathers the best of the national industry.



Over the next ten years, science will be focused on researching memory, declared one of the world's leading neuroscientists, Moran Cerf powered by Hrvatski Telekom, an expert in unconscious, but perhaps precisely because of that, crucial consumer behavioral processes, during his Saturday lecture as part of DK2024, a well-known communication festival held this year on 11—14 April in Rovinj. Studies by this globally renowned scientist, described by the father of modern marketing Phil Kotler as the leader of a new generation of marketing leaders, shed light on our decision-making processes for local communicators and the steps through which they can be influenced, including predicting human interests and affinities.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



At DK Festival, it's never boring — and this time, we decided to examine why, as a society, we are so hungry for spectacle, with the founder of the notorious American Fyre Festival, Billy McFarland, in conversation with Davor Bruketa. McFarland launched a music festival in 2017 that was grandiosely promoted as a unique luxury experience and the dream of all partygoers in the Instagram era, endorsed by celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner. However, it turned out to be one of the biggest scams of today. It's known that at this stage, we don't shy away from uncomfortable topics — and Fyre Festival is precisely the kind of case study we can examine from its spectacular beginning to its disastrous downfall. That's why it served as a scandalous yet inevitable arena for discussing the importance of transparency in marketing and communications, remarked Bruketa.



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Photo: Emica Elvedji/PIXSELL



On Saturday, the 360 stage of the grand festival hall hosted the brilliant Eugene Cheong powered by ENNA with his inevitable talk titled Ten Things, presenting a treasury of unique thoughts and insights resulting from his life experience in creative communications. Our job is to convey emotion, not just present mere facts. To converse with human beings, we must master the language of emotions, Cheong argued. He is also the recipient of numerous prestigious recognitions for his creative work, one of the pioneers of the Asian Creative Revolution, and a prominent figure at Ogilvy for many years, leaving us speechless.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



On the third day, joined us Ruby Rare, a creative, educator, and expert in fluid communication among individuals — especially brands, teaching them how to communicate more confidently and inclusively, and Marnick Vandebroek, a globally awarded speaker, author, and communication trainer who transforms companies, managers, and leaders into communication masters. In three festival halls dedicated to local experts, various topics were discussed — including digital ones like IAB Croatia’s PPP: Is AI Tripping?; efficient communication and analytics in large international markets in Is Bigger Better? by IAB Croatia; insights into the Croatian digital market in The Bigger Picture: Insights from IAB Croatia’s Online Media AdEx; all the way to regional reviews of creativity in Meet Your Neighbours: The Balkan… Oops, We Mean CEE Markets Snapshot, and many others. Additionally, IAB's new Online Media AdEx and new guidelines Attention, now! were presented.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



We bid farewell to our DK community, thanked all speakers, panelists, partners, and friends of the festival and the media, and congratulated the competition winners, closing the festival doors — until next year. Anđela Buljan Šiber, a member of the Organizing Committee of DK Festival, commented: We have had three unforgettable days behind us, and Saturday's quality content was just the icing on the cake. Every year we think about how to surpass the previous edition — I'm afraid that we have a very tough task ahead of us for 2025 because this year's festival was top-notch.



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Photo: Vana Katančić



For those who couldn't join the grand celebration of the communication industry this year, it will be delightful news that online tickets, allowing access to the content of the main hall for 30 days after the festival ends, are available at <a href="https://danikomunikacija.com/tickets">https://danikomunikacija.com/tickets</a>.



Featured photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL

How to end on a high note — tutorial by DK2024

From (un)predictable (ir)rationality, (dis)honesty, and patterns of (in)decisiveness to strategies of (un)success — these are only some of the topics of the second day of this (a)typical festival of creativity and communications.



The main hall of the popular DK Festival, which is being held these days in Rovinj, was packed to the brim thanks to Dan Ariely's appearance, who visited this creativity festival to share his knowledge with local communicators. People are overwhelmed and overworked, we must find a way to make the right thing simple, stated one of the leading experts in behavioral economics, a triple New York Times bestselling author, a scientist at Duke University, one of the favorite TED speakers who has inspired nearly 30 million viewers, and the co-author of a successful documentary on (dis)honesty, whom Bloomberg included in its selection of the 50 most original thinkers in the world.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



In his talk, Dan Ariely engaged us until the very last second, as we eagerly awaited new examples and conclusions from his rich career, which showed everyone how predictably irrational we are as a species. He touched upon the predictable irrationality not only in everyday life but also in the business world – because everything we do for our company, we don't do for it, but for the people we work with. After an inspiring speech and a plethora of questions from the enthusiastic audience, he left the stage with an important piece of advice for a better life: Be less fearful, but don't just live in the moment, think about the broader perspective.



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Photo: Vana Katančić



When Dan Ariely steps onto the stage, we sit and listen, commented festival director Dunja Ivana Ballon, adding, The thunderous applause from the audience confirmed that there is no greater expert on consumer behavior than him, so we are immensely proud to have had the opportunity to learn how rational-irrational and predictable-unpredictable we are from one of the greatest thinkers in the world at our typically atypical festival. Will we try out everything we've learned in practice and be more rational? Perhaps. But only starting Monday, when we return to Zagreb. Greetings from the entire organizational team of DK2024.



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Photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL



An important aspect of this year's festival discussions revolved around consumer behavior, the behavioral background of decision-making, and the role of fake news in the overall (ir)rationality of society – a topic addressed in an unconventional way by Oobah Butler, today's greatest prankster and, more importantly, a darling of the audience. In his latest educational episode, titled The Great Amazon Heist, he exposed a major tech giant while hilariously entertaining us to tears. We also learned about the impact of social media on society from the creators of globally popular platforms UNILAD and LADbible, which have reached billions – taking the main stage was Alex Partridge powered by Konzum. The biggest sin any marketing professional can commit is creating content that leaves the audience indifferent. It's crucial to find a way to create content that evokes emotions – and telling our own story brings us closer to the community, as emphasized by the founder of viral pages.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



We all know that we come to DK Festival to listen to the biggest names in the global industry, and this time is no different. Behind us are two festival days filled with brilliant insights – it's a real shame if you weren't present. Luckily, you still have time to correct that mistake and join us, said Damir Ciglar, a member of the festival's organizing committee, after the talk by the brilliant creative strategist Brian Collins, whom Forbes highlighted as a future transformer of brand building.



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Photo: Borna Jakšić/PIXSELL



This is just a part of the content that took place today across several festival locations – Friday was marked by over 30 other program segments, ranging from approaches to political campaigns in discussions like How to Get 370 Million Europeans on Board to executive decisions in editorial offices in Secrets of the Editor’s Pick, to creative debates such as PPP: Bringing Sexy Back to Advertising and The Folder of Shame: Celebrating Our Regrettable Campaigns! along with indispensable topics in the communication industry – the successful combination of creativity and business in the discussion The Business of Ideas, led by Nikola Žinić, a member of DK2024 organizing committee: It's time for us to realize, not only within the industry but also as a society as a whole, that creativity is a crucial source of inspiration and an integral part of every successful business plan. I'm glad we could delve into this topic at the festival: DK Festival perfectly illustrates what a touch of creativity means for better work – and life.



Featured photo: Matija Habljak/PIXSELL

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