Mike Van Linda
Group Creative Director, Wolfgang L.A.
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Introduction
Mike Van Linda is a group creative director of Wolfgang LA. With more than 15 years in the industry, he has served at acclaimed agencies including 180LA, 72andSunny, The Martin Agency, and Goodby, Silverstein & Partners. Beyond spearheading creative initiatives for Honda, he supervises pro bono projects for organizations like the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. His work with the latter led to the Imaginary Friend Society, a two-year endeavor producing animated films to demystify cancer for children. These films are now a staple in top pediatric cancer hospitals globally and have been translated into multiple languages. He has garnered acclaim from institutions such as Cannes, One Show, and Clio, highlighting his expertise in the field. It earned him recognition from the Art Director’s Club among other notable entities. His dedication and skill were acknowledged in 2018 when he was selected for Adweek 100 list.