For quite a long time now, we have been living in dark times. However, one can finally see the light and the skillfully curated collection of the most ambitious creativity in Vuoden Huiput is about to brighten this light even more. I look forward to seeing how the competition will demonstrate that there really isn't a problem that can't be solved with creativity.
Eka Ruola
Chief Creative Officer
Nitro
I'm expecting work that is not only relevant in terms of aesthetics but also pushes the boundaries beyond style, intersecting with other disciplines and challenge conventions and drive the evolution of design.
Mikael Kivelä
Head of Design
TBWA\
Lara Ala-Olla
Designer
Bob The Robot
Leena Kangaskoski
Senior Graphic Designer, Artist
Aivan
Sasu Haanpää
Head of Creative
Ellun Kanat
Leena Oravainio
Gut Studio
The power of Outdoor and Advertisements lies in simplicity and the element of surprise. Whether the creative solution is static, digital, a service, or an installation, ingenuity captures attention, an authentic perspective provokes thought, and breaking the rules creates distinctiveness – still and always, time and time again.
Jyrki Poutanen
United Imaginations
Veera Lindstedt
Art Director
Miltton
Niklas Nabb
Creative
hasan & partners
Akseli Kouvo
Reaktor Creative
Petrina Puranen
Copywriter
Kaski Creative Agency
From the judging, I expect discussion and examples of all the things that a publication can be.
Penni Osipow
Senior Lecturer
Aalto University
Samuli Saarinen
Graphic Designer
Freelance
Sami Saramäki
Illustrator
Iina Esko
Publisher
Khaos Publishing
Laura Villi
Otavamedia
I expect an open atmosphere and plenty of discussion from the jury work. A bit of challenge now and then isn’t a bad thing. It's amazing that the Wild Card-series focuses specifically on B2B marketing. I hope to see work that combines high-quality thinking with creative execution made with love.
Sari Mikkonen-Mannila
CEO
Kamua Helsinki OY
Mikko Rauhamäki
Creative Dayrector
Creative Day
Sari Venäläinen
Advance B2B
Simon Robson
VP, Global Marketing & Communications
ABB
Tobias Wacker
Executive Creative Director
I’m hoping to see delightfully surprising work — maybe even something that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Aino Soukko
Art Director / Creative
TBWA Helsinki
Juho Heikkinen
Senior Art Director
Sherpa
Samuel Räikkönen
Lead Creative
SEK
Saana Simander
Head of Communications
Bob the Robot
Simo Liukka
Director
Karkkilan kuva
I hope to see works that are boldly simple and truly useful for people, making a lasting positive impact on their experiencers and our world.
Jukka Koops
Design Lead
Reaktor
Jesse Ukkonen
Principal Product Designer
Qvik
Sari Kukkasniemi
Nordkapp
Monika Zych
Director of Product Design
Supermetrics
Olli Tähtinen
Senior Service Designer
Adventure Club
A good image can tell a whole story, stand out immediately, spark discussion and remain memorable. The jury expects to see emotional images on a large scale, high-quality finishing as well as new and old techniques used skillfully to create distinctive images.
Kasimir Häiväoja
Retoucher
Flc Helsinki
Oskari Hellman
Photographer
Nöjd Agency Oy
Iida Sarpaniemi
Brand Designer
Metacore
Laura Lehtinen
Illustrator, artist
Freelancer / Lauratimantti
Helmi Padatsu
Visual artist
Kelmihelmi
I'm looking for bold, innovative storytelling that doesn’t just capture attention but resonates deeply with audiences. I hope to see work that blends creativity with strategy, delivering moments that drive both emotional connection and measurable impact.
Ezra Gould
Film Director
Freelancer
Emma Oravuo
Ryhmä Creative Agency
Eesu Lehtola
Creative Designer
Visual Kult
Elisa Konttinen
Creative Director
Johannes Salonen
Lucy Loves Stories
I hope to see unique and surprising designs as well as skillfully crafted works. I am interested in the ideas conveyed by the works and the kind of world they create.
Pauliina Nykänen
Graphic Designer, Art Director
Miika Kumpulainen
Kumppari
Kalle Sirkiä
Mikko Roininen
TBWA\Helsinki
Monika Bodendorfaitė
Designer, Creative
Kobra Agency
I’m excited to be surprised by the thought-provoking perspectives and refreshingly bold concepts that this series is sure to bring!
Essi Pailinna-Bertell
AD & Brand Manager
Kaiko
Fanni Lyytikäinen
Art Director & Creative
Something Something Good
Fredrik Stürmer
Senior Creative/Art Director
IVALO
Constantin Freche
Great Apes
Katja Merisalo
Graphic Designer & AD
Days Agency
Strategy often relies on established cultural narratives. However, in order to create something new, one must be willing to explore the layers beneath the surface and hear the quiet voices. I look forward to entrys that understand new cultural contexts and actively participate in building them.
Matilda Kivelä
Head of Strategy
Hi Shine
Janne Lehtinen
Director, Marketing
Kesko Plc
Joonas Hokka
Creative Strategy Director
IVALO Creative Agency
Lauramaria Havu
Head of Communications and Brand
We Foundation
Vanessa Lehtinen
Director, Customer Experience
Holiday Club
A good text always leads to some kind of realization inside the reader’s mind. I look forward to seeing pieces of writing that create these kinds of eureka moments.
Aleksi Erma
Creative, Co-founder
Erma&Reinikainen
Anna Laurinen
Creative / Copywriter
Accenture Song
Elina Rusokallio
Senior Copywriter
Iiro Myller
Mikko Wivolin
Social Creative
Dagmar
Surprise us. Give ears something to do. Feelings matter more than form.
Helmi Korpinen
Heikki Forsström
Director, producer, composer
Miracle Sound Ltd.
Mia Kemppainen
Axa Fahler
Bananas Dulce
Marko Ventola
Sound Designer
Vild Factory