Gerety Awards Presents: "Stories That Reshape Us – Listening, Learning and Rewriting Representation"

Oct. 22, 2025

The Gerety Awards continues its global winners’ celebrations with an inspiring evening in New York: "Stories That Reshape Us – Listening, Learning and Rewriting Representation."

Hosted at McCann (622 Third Avenue, 26th Floor) on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (6:00–8:30pm), this exclusive panel and cocktail event will bring together leaders in creativity and representation to discuss how storytelling can challenge norms, celebrate identity, and reshape the industry for the better.

Reflecting on the global success of Gerety’s 2025 Grand Prix winner — “The Final Copy of Ilon Specht” for L’Oréal Paris — the conversation will explore the power of capturing the lived experience of underrepresented groups in creative work, and the opportunities that arise when brands and agencies dare to tell new stories.

Panelists include:

• Suzanne Ayello, Managing Partner, L’Oréal US, McCann
• Katie Bourgeois, Creative Director, Argonaut
• Brandon Gaul, Global Chief Entertainment Officer, McCann
• Keni Thacker, Founder & Chief Creative Officer, 100 Roses From Concrete

Together, they will share insights on how authentic representation not only enriches culture but drives meaningful creative and commercial impact.

Attendance is free but places are limited.
RSVP for your official invite: www.geretyawards.com/rsvp-nyc