Josafat Padilla
Josafat Padilla
Regional Chief Creative Officer
Havas Costa Rica
CENTRAL AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN
Biography
Josafat began his career 20 years ago as an advertising graphic designer, working at renowned agencies such as Ogilvy, DDB, BBDO and Grey. He joined Havas Costa Rica in 2015 and rose from Art Director to Creative Director. His leadership led to his promotion to Chief Creative Officer in 2018, transforming Havas Costa Rica into the number one agency in Central America and the Caribbean in 2021.
In 2022, he was promoted to Chief Creative Officer for Havas Central America and the Caribbean, standing out for his achievements and the numerous awards his clients have won. Josafat has won over 100 international awards, including Cannes Lions, LIA Awards, ADC, One Show, FIAP Awards, Golden Drum, and El Ojo de Iberoamérica, where he has been recognized as the best Creative Director in Central America and the Caribbean and the best agency in Central America and the Caribbean.
In addition to his creative achievements, Josafat is an experienced jury member at prestigious festivals such as El Sol in Spain, Ojo de Iberoamérica, Effie Latam, LUUM Awards, MadStars, and Young Lions Costa Rica.