Advertising agency Doner has appointed Maria Cabo as SVP, strategist, and Sky Downing as VP, strategy. In these new roles, both will help scale the integrated strategy group and add further expertise in transcultural insights, as the agency grows and adds several new clients to its roster. Cabo and Downing will report to chief strategy officer Jane Goodman.
Prior to joining Doner, Cabo held roles at independent agencies including d’expósito and Partners, Mythology/Partners and Spade, and Captura Group, where she focused on Hispanic and multicultural client work. Past clients include brands such as Tajín, Target, Warner Bros., Honey Bunches of Oats, and General Mills. She also has worked on the brand and media sides at MassMutual and Univision. Cabo additionally serves on The Hispanic Marketing Council and founded The Galician Film Festival.
With a career spanning North America, Europe and the Middle East, Downing is an accomplished strategist with over 12 years of experience in elevating brands globally. She brings skills in the art of brand storytelling, media planning, and the creation of digital ecosystems for global enterprises. Her background includes extensive B2B and B2C experience. She is also a member of the Minorities in Media, and Black Marketing Association.
These two hires come on the heels of Doner adding clients including Johnson & Johnson Baby brands, Travelocity, and Emerald X, the brand behind some of the nation’s largest trade shows including Digital Dealer and Outdoor Retailer.
Art Directors Club of Europe sets finalists for ADCE Awards 2024
The Art Directors Club of Europe (ADCE) has announced the finalists for the 33rd ADCE Awards, highlighting top creative talent from 22 countries.
An international jury gathered in Barcelona on October 29 and 30 to evaluate the best work of this year in European design and advertising, ultimately selecting the 2024 finalists entries.
Winners of the Gold Awards, along with Special Awards and the Grand Prix, will be unveiled at the ADCE Awards Gala Ceremony on November 22 during the ADCE Festival, while Silver, Bronze, and Shortlisted entries will be published immediately following the Gala on the ADCE website.
A total of 370 entries across 22 European countries have been selected as finalists. Final distinctions will include Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners, as well as special recognitions like the following:
European Star – honoring projects that reflect core European values such as democracy, freedom, justice, and peace.
Genius Loci – celebrating work that captures the spirit of specific places within Europe’s cultural heritage.
Green Star – recognizing projects that advance the circular economy, sustainability, or environmental protection.
Equal Star – rewarding creativity that challenges discrimination and stereotypes, promoting inclusivity.
This year’s ADCE Awards continue to celebrate the creativity, innovation, and values that characterize Europe’s artistic landscape.
The leading countries contributing to this selection include Germany with 108 finalist entries, Spain with 48, Austria with 33, Portugal with 30, Italy with 23, Switzerland with 21 and the U.K. with 20.
The finalists for the ADCE Awards 2024 can be accessed