Laura Kim, Independent

An art director and designer by trade, Laura Kim is dedicated to using advertising and design as a means of shifting and creating culture. She has led teams for clients as diverse as Adidas, Burger King, Dell, Red Bull, and Trojan, winning awards around the world for agencies such as Sid Lee, TAXI, and Bleublancrouge. Her time as Executive Creative Director at Forsman & Bodenfors led to multiple awards and funding for Innocence Canada. Known for her insights on design and aesthetics, Laura finds the most rewarding part of her job the opportunities to mentor emerging talent. She is always inspired by encouraging diverse creatives from all backgrounds to enter the industry and thrive.