Cheng is the first female chairperson of the awards since its inauguration three decades ago. The choice of a digital advertising creative marks a fresh change in the chairman selection which typically comes from a traditional advertising background.
In support of the decision, Linda Locke, chairman of the CAP, said, "Great ideas know no boundaries, especially in the digital age. Valerie is an excellent choice of CCA Chairman, having raised the bar for Singapore in the digital arena garnering international accolades in the process. Under her leadership the CCA will be back stronger and more exciting than ever."
This year the CCA award show will be held on 2 September 2010.