Stephan Schwarz leads creative across APAC at LePub Singapore, part of Publicis Groupe, where he has tripled the agency’s size and scope within just one year. His career journey saw him transition from a client-side executive role at ArcelorMittal to landing his first role in advertising at age 38, becoming an Executive Creative Director within a decade, and achieving Singapore’s first Cannes Lions Grand Prix. Stephan’s creative vision and strategic acumen have earned him recognition as a judge at both Cannes Lions 2025 and One Show 2025, cementing his position as one of Asia-Pacific’s most influential creative leaders.