2022 Winners & Shortlists

HIDDEN GYMS

BrandGYMKUMA
Product/ServiceGYMKUMA ACTIVEWEAR
EntrantWUNDERMAN THOMPSON Amman, JORDAN
CategoryChallenger Brand
Idea Creation WUNDERMAN THOMPSON Amman, JORDAN

Cultural / Context information for the jury

Amman, Jordan's capital is an old city built over seven hills. it has a distinctive landscape and tough topography. As a result, outdoor exercise is not part of the local culture.

Please tell us about the challenger brand and how the work challenged / was different from the brand's competitors

Gymkuma, a new Jordanian sportswear brand, wanted to launch in Jordan. The thing is, we were competing with industry giants who have bigger budgets and visibility, making it almost impossible to make a name for ourselves. Yes, big sportswear brands know a lot about sports, but when it comes to Jordan and its people, Gymkuma knows more. It’s our home after all. Welcome to Amman… an old city built over many hills. Take a closer look at its distinctive landscape and tough topography. That’s where we found our own playground hiding in plain sight. Gymkuma presents: Hidden Gyms We turned Amman into the biggest urban gym ever. 1,680 KM2, free membership, unlimited access.

Credits

Name Company Role
Chafic Haddad Wunderman Thompson Chief Creative Officer
Basel Jumaa Wunderman Thompson / JWT Amman Executive Creative Director
Raya Abu Jaber J. Walter Thompson Amman Sr. Art Director
Yasmina Khorma J. Walter Thompson Amman Jr. Art Director
Mohammad Al Nazer J. Walter Thompson Amman Sr. Art Director
Dina Alshaikh J. Walter Thompson Amman Copywriter
Jude Batayneh J. Walter Thompson Amman Copywriter
Rula AlKhadra J.Walter Thompson Amman Managing Director
Talal Qarrain J.Walter Thompson Amman CEO
Sami AlFarah J. Walter Thompson Amman Associate Business Director
Haneen Dababneh J. Walter Thompson Amman Sr. Account Executive
Jude Nabulsi J. Walter Thompson Amman Sr. Account Executive
Ismail Manasra J.Walter Thompson Amman Project Manager