Chi-An De Leo, Vietnam (2019)
Chi-An, a true multicultural individual with an Italian father and a French-Vietnamese mother, his diverse background has shaped his global mindset and ability to connect with various cultures. He is...
Read full biographyChi-An, a true multicultural individual with an Italian father and a French-Vietnamese mother, his diverse background has shaped his global mindset and ability to connect with various cultures. He is fluent in four languages and has lived in five countries. Chi-An started his career in advertising at Lowe Vietnam, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the branding division. This passion for creating meaningful brand experiences led him to establish Rice, in 2011.
As a founding partner and the creative force behind Rice, Chi-An has been crucial in the agency's success. He has earned multiple international awards, including D&AD, Red Dot, TDC, Pentawards, and the Dieline. Recognized for his expertise and contributions to the industry, Chi-An has been invited to serve on the jury for international design awards like D&AD, the Dieline, Macau Design Awards, and others. In 2019, he became a member of the esteemed AGI alliance.
Chi-An harbors ambitious plans for Rice, aiming to elevate its status and influence even further. These plans span across several key areas - from expansion into education, hosting conferences, to developing meaningful and beautifully designed products.
Agencies
Rice
2011 – Current
thisisrice.com
Lowe and Partners
2008 – 2011
mullenlowegroup.com
Awards
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2023
2022
2021
2015
2020
2016
2015
2014
2012
2016
2014
Other Professional Activities
Jury - Macau Design Awards
– 2023
Jury - Award 360°
– 2023
Jury - D&AD New Blood
– 2021
Jury - The Dieline
– 2018
Jury - Core 77
– 2018
Jury - D&AD
– 2015