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    Author: Doug Zanger

    Doug Zanger is the founder and editor-in-chief of Indie Agency News. He is also the founder of the Creative Bohemian consultancy, lives in the Pacific Northwest and is insufferable about it.
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    Serviceplan Gold Highlights Indie Craft Cannes Lions Winners

    A total of 34 Lions across four categories
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    Doug Zanger June 18, 2024
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    Doug Zanger June 18, 2024
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    Doug Zanger June 17, 2024
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    Of Butt Fumbles and Heist Movies: Tim Leake’s Random Q

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