Roland Rudolf
Roland Rudolf
Chief Creative Officer
wob
GERMANY
Biography
Roland is a pioneering creative leader who has shaped digital innovation for over three decades. From founding his own agency in the early '90s to serving as Chief Creative Officer at global powerhouses like Publicis, Cheil, and wob, he has consistently transformed creative boundaries and business models across consumer and B2B markets.
Roland's philosophy centers on creating meaningful connections between brands, products, and audiences through powerful creative solutions. His leadership approach fosters environments where autonomy and business-minded thinking thrive, driving both creative excellence and commercial success. This methodology has earned recognition at all major international festivals, including Cannes Lions, D&AD, ADC, Eurobest, and Lovies, with campaigns spanning diverse sectors from automotive to industrial technology.
He is recognized for his transformative work across consumer brands including Samsung, Toyota, Renault, Lufthansa, Deutsche Bahn, BMW, and Jägermeister, as well as his B2B expertise with industrial leaders like MANN+HUMMEL, ebm-papst, and Schwarz Gruppe.
As a member of the Art Directors Club Germany and Europe, Roland has served as jury member at major festivals including Lovies, Webbies, DDA, ADC, and New York Festival. He is committed to elevating creative standards internationally and nurturing the next generation of creative professionals who understand that exceptional creativity must drive meaningful business transformation across both consumer and industrial sectors.