Nikola Foktová

Nikola is an award-winning Creative Director at Publicis Groupe Czech Republic, where she spearheads the creative vision for local and global campaigns for clients such as IKEA, Pilsner Urquell, Heinz, LEGO, and Amnesty International. With over a decade of experience, Nikola began her journey as a copywriter in an independent digital agency, gaining deep expertise in digital-first and social media-driven marketing. Today, she leads Leo Burnett’s HumanKind philosophy across her agencies, crafting campaigns that prioritize meaningful impact over traditional advertising. Her work has garnered recognition at prestigious festivals, including EFFIE, ADC Creative Awards, Cresta Awards, SABRE Awards, European Excellence Awards, Golden Drum, Eurobest. Beyond her accolades, Nikola is passionate about nurturing the next generation of creative talent. She actively mentors students at advertising and creative schools, inspiring them to fall in love with the industry and excel in their journeys.