Judges
Judges
Wendy Clark
Wendy is a marketing maven and has held global marketing roles at Dentsu, DDB and Coca-Cola, in addition to her most important role: devoted mother of three. In her spare time, she helps the planet volunteering for numerous cause-driven & humanitarian efforts.
Kweku Mandela
Mandela is a film producer and founder of an LA based production company. He’s also a founding member of GenEndIt – a collective of HIV/AIDS organizations. Kweku sits on several other global boards promoting goodwill. Mandela lost his niece in a car crash in 2010 so combating distracted driving is a passion he shares with us.
Aloe Blacc
Internationally acclaimed and Grammy-nominated singer & songwriter, Aloe has had numerous top hits with his soulful, R&B style. His style of music is fitting, since he also gives a lot of his soul to humanitarian causes across the globe, including PYL.
Jeff Goodby
Jeff is co-founder of the legendary Goodby Silverstein + Partners in San Francisco and one of the quintessential and most recognized leaders in the advertising industry. He’s also a great guy (a rarity for someone of his stature!). Jeff has served as a judge since 2013.
Jacki Kelley
Jacki loves the advertising industry. She’s worked at orgs like USA TODAY, Martha Stewart and Bloomberg as well as led agencies, regions and clients at Dentsu and IPG. Jacki and her family have a passion for children and enjoy being foster parents and contribute to community organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters.
IN-Q
IN-Q is an award-winning poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and the best-selling author of Inquire Within. He was named to Oprah’s SuperSoul list of the world’s most influential thought leaders.
Dawn Reeves
Dawn has dedicated her life to supporting causes, balancing a career in advertising with a deep commitment to volunteerism. Her leadership has spanned a wide range—from the Council of Governors and YWCA to the Atlanta Summer Olympics and the American Advertising Federation—where she serves as EVP of Member Services and Programs.