Congratulations to our Corporate Champion Awardee,

Spark Foundry / Leo Burnett.

Spark Foundry is a global media agency brand within Publicis Media, a key division of Publicis Groupe. Spark Foundry harnesses a startup spirit with a powerhouse soul by combining an entrepreneurial, innovative business approach with the resources, capabilities, and marketplace reach of Publicis Media, Ad Age’s 2023 “Agency Network of the Year.” The agency leverages best-in-class industry talent in over 50 countries across the world, including the USA, UK, MENA, Poland, Australia, and China. Spark Foundry has received numerous industry accolades, including Ad Age's 2022 "Media Agency of the Year,” Adweek's 2022 "U.S. Media Agency of the Year,” and a shortlist for Campaign US’s 2023 “Media Agency of the Year.” 

Leo Burnett is a creative solutions company founded on the idea that "what helps people helps business." By solving human problems with the power of creativity, Leo Burnett delivers value for people and prosperity for brands. To learn more about Leo Burnett and its rich, 88-year history, visit LeoBurnett.com.

CSU has benefited greatly from partnership with Spark Foundry and Leo Burnett, including pro bono support for the rebranding of the University as well as scholarships for CSU students who have a desire to learn and experience the career paths available within the advertising industry.

Featured at the 1stGEN Scholarship Gala, The Corporate Champion Award is a distinguished award that is presented to a committed partner with tremendous dedication, exceptional service, and outstanding leadership that has helped transform the lives of CSU students.

Please join us for an evening where brilliance meets ambition, and success touches the sky at the 1stGEN Scholarship Gala: Elevate, presented by BMO, on October 6, 2023.