Ahmed Wahid
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Ahmed Wahid *
Senior Creative Director at Leo Burnett Cairo
Wahid’s creative philosophy is simple: keep it fresh, make it clear, and never underestimate the power of simplicity. His work consistently rises above the noise, helping brands find their voice and tell their stories with impact.He kicked off his career at IMPACT BBDO in 2010 as a Graphic Designer, where he quickly proved that great ideas don’t need to shout to be heard. By 2013, he joined VML (then JWT) as an Art Director, bringing a sharp eye and sharper instincts to the table. His next chapter took him to Y&R as an Associate Creative Director, where he led and won seven business pitches, because apparently, creativity sells.Returning to VML, Wahid made history as the agency’s youngest Creative Director, steering award-winning campaigns across diverse sectors and leaving a trail of bold, effective work in his wake.Today, as Senior Creative Director at Leo Burnett Cairo, Wahid continues to lead with originality, shaping work that resonates both locally and across the region with Publicis Groupe.-
Spotify, Vodafone, Coca-Cola, Mondelez, Adidas, Bonjorno, Egyptian Tourism Authority, Dubizzle, Juhayna, Swvl, Careem, Gouna Film Festival, Nestle, Unionaire, Opel, Edita, Unilever, Carrier and Pepsico.
Malek Sharif
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Malek Sharif *
Senior Creative Director at Leo Burnett Cairo
Malek, a visionary Creative Director based in Cairo, began his exhilarating advertising journey with DDB Cairo in 2007. After proving his creative mettle early on, he went on to work with leading agencies such as Impact BBDO and FP7 Cairo/McCann. In 2013, a significant leap in his career came when he joined JWT Cairo (now known as VML) as an Art Director—a move that marked the beginning of a prolific chapter.
At VML, Malek played a key role in crafting compelling narratives for major brands including Vodafone, Mondelēz, Nestlé, Adidas, and Coca-Cola. His trajectory continued to rise, culminating in his role as an accomplished Creative Director.
In 2024, Malek joined Publicis Groupe / Leo Burnett Cairo. Guided by his riveting motto, "leave a mark," he continues to make an indelible impact on the advertising landscape with his distinctive creativity.-
Spotify, Vodafone, Coca-Cola, Mondelez, Adidas, Bonjorno, Egyptian Tourism Authority, Dubizzle, Juhayna, Swvl, Careem, Gouna Film Festival, Nestle, Unionaire, Opel, Edita, Unilever, Carrier and Pepsico.
AWARDS AND HONORS
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AWARDS AND HONORS *
2024
Dubai Lynx
Bronze in Film Craft
2022
MENA Effie
Gold in Seasonal Marketing
2021
Dubai Lynx
Silver in Film Craft
2017
Dubai Lynx
Gold in Design, Silver in Branded Content and Bronze in Social
MENA Effie
Bronze in Youth Marketing
2016
Dubai Lynx
2 x Silver in Branded Content
MENA Effie
Gold in Branded Content
2015
Dubai Lynx
Bronze in Film Craft