Kako Mendez

Kako Mendez is a seasoned creative professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles across prominent companies. Currently serving as a Senior Creative Director at Airbnb since March 2023, Kako previously held the position of Group Creative Director at Oculus VR from April 2020 to March 2023. Prior to that, an impactful tenure as Creative Director at TBWA\Media Arts Lab lasted from January 2016 to March 2020. Kako's career began with several positions focused on copywriting, including Senior Copywriter roles at 72andSunny and Wieden + Kennedy, and a Copywriter position at 180 Global. Early experiences also include freelance writing and an internship at The Vidal Partnership. Kako's academic background is rooted in a program completed at Miami Ad School from 2007 to 2009.