Cătălin Rusu
Co-founder Rusu+Borțun | Co-founder Apollo111 | VP ADC*RO | Board Member ADC Europe | Angel investor | Co-founder Brand Growers
The creative mind behind award-winning brands and the force shaping Romania’s creative industry
Cătălin Rusu has been a driving force in Romania’s creative and branding industry for over two decades. As Co-founder & Chief Creative Partner at Rusu+Borțun, he has led award-winning campaigns and helped brands find their unique voice. He’s also a co-founder of Apollo111, Brand Growers, and All Indie – The Alliance of Independent Romanian Agencies, a pioneering initiative that unites and empowers independent creative agencies.
As VP of ADC*RO and Board Member at ADC Europe, Cătălin has played an essential role in shaping creative standards, mentoring talent, and judging top industry awards. His career as an award-winning Creative Director, Brand Consultant, and Entrepreneur has left a lasting mark on advertising, design, and branding. Beyond the creative industry, he’s an investor, speaker, and mentor committed to pushing businesses and culture forward through bold ideas and strategic vision.
