Marketing

Former Marketing Director Agrees to $1.2 Million Settlement After Bonus Dispute Trials

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A former marketing director at Santé Ventures, a private equity firm, recently chose to accept a significant reduction to a $1.4 million jury verdict awarded to her, in a legal battle spanning multiple trials. This decision came into play after a federal judge presented an option to either accept the lowered sum or face a third trial. The adjustment, which was filed on November 4, is a pivotal development in a series of legal proceedings concerning unpaid bonus claims. The dispute traces back to allegations that Santé Ventures failed to pay two separate bonuses totaling … Read more

Budweiser’s Marketing Guru, Matt Che, to Chair Jury at WARC Awards Asia-Pacific 2025

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Bangkok, Thailand — The WARC Awards Asia-Pacific 2025 have announced the esteemed panel that will evaluate this year’s contenders, with Matt Che from Budweiser as the jury chair. The awards continue to recognize outstanding achievements in marketing within the Asia-Pacific region, highlighting innovative strategies and creative executions that have significantly impacted brands and consumers. Under the leadership of Che, Budweiser’s Chief Marketing Officer in Asia Pacific, the jury will comprise a diverse group of industry experts, each bringing unique perspectives and experience to the table. This selection underscores the competition’s commitment to a rigorous and … Read more

Marketing Excellence on the Horizon: WARC Unveils Star-Studded Jury for the Asia-Pacific Awards 2025

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London, UK — The esteemed WARC, recognized globally for its insights into marketing effectiveness, has announced its jury for the anticipated WARC Awards for Asia-Pacific 2025, held in collaboration with LIONS. This distinguished event celebrates superior strategic marketing initiatives across the region that have significantly contributed to business growth. The awards will feature a panel of top-tier industry professionals, representing a broad spectrum of both global and local brands including Budweiser, Kraft Heinz, Mars Wrigley, and Suntory PepsiCo, along with major agencies such as Dentsu, Leo Burnett, and Ogilvy. These experts hail from various corners … Read more

Marketing Director Faced with Major Decision After $1.4 Million Verdict Challenged by Federal Judge

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A federal judge has presented Youngjoo Rhee, a former marketing director at Santé Ventures, with a crucial decision: accept a reduced jury verdict of $1.2 million or face the prospect of a third trial. Initially, Rhee was awarded $1.4 million by a jury as compensation for allegedly unpaid bonuses, but inconsistencies in the previous reductions have prompted this new directive. The case stems from Rhee’s claims that she was owed two separate bonuses, each valued at $750,000, under the terms of her employment with the Austin, Texas-based investment firm. She argued that these bonuses were … Read more