Hana Huntová

Hana Huntová

Executive Director/ Researcher - SIMAR

Hana Huntová is a seasoned marketing and advertising professional with over 30 years of experience driving brand growth and campaign effectiveness across Europe. With a career spanning senior roles at leading agencies such as Ogilvy & Mather and MindShare London, as well as client-side expertise at Unilever, Hana brings a unique, well-rounded perspective to the evaluation of creative and strategic excellence. Her work is grounded in a passion for fact-based marketing, innovation, and delivering measurable results-qualities that align closely with the values celebrated by the Effie Awards. 

In addition to her agency and client-side experience, Hana is a sought-after marketing consultant and workshop leader, collaborating with brands and organizations to elevate their marketing strategies and creative output. She regularly conducts workshops on marketing effectiveness, campaign strategy, and industry best practices, she lectured on marketing at New York University in Prague and a number of Czech universities. Hana’s commitment to continuous learning and sharing knowledge with the next generation of marketers makes her a valuable contributor to the Effie community, where she brings both practical expertise and a dedication to advancing the standards of advertising effectiveness.