Anton Kim is among the most influential marketing leaders in Kazakhstan and a creative strategist with over two decades of experience across finance and retail. He currently leads brand and marketing transformation at Forte, one of the country’s largest financial institutions, where he focuses on building a modern, customer-centric ecosystem through creativity, strategy, and digital innovation.

Throughout his career, his work has been recognized at leading global and regional festivals, including Cannes Lions, Spikes Asia, Red Dot, Epica, and Mad Stars, reflecting a consistent commitment to combining creativity with measurable business impact.

Beyond his corporate role, Anton is actively involved in the development of the creative industry in Central Asia. He mentors emerging talent, serves on international juries, and is a member of the nomination committee for the Best CMO of the Year award.

He believes that creativity is a powerful driver of progress — not only for brands and businesses, but for culture and society — and is passionate about helping ideas from the region gain global recognition.