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Credera, a global consulting firm, has opened a new office in Newcastle, England, to enhance its technical services and contribute to regional regeneration. This expansion will create 200 jobs over three years, supported by a £1 million Inward Investment Grant from North of Tyne Combined Authority. The new office aims to tap into Newcastle's growing tech scene and bolster the company's mission of delivering impactful consulting services globally. The firm, part of Omnicom, continues to recruit experts in cloud, data, and software engineering to support its expanding portfolio.

TBWA\Chiat\Day New York has appointed Rori DuBoff as Chief Innovation Officer. DuBoff brings over 20 years of experience in experience design and business strategy, previously serving at Accenture Song. Her role will focus on enhancing innovation within the agency and supporting clients in creating cohesive brand experiences. TBWA has reported its best growth year, and DuBoff's appointment aligns with its commitment to addressing industry disruptions. CEO Nancy Reyes highlighted DuBoff's talent and vision as vital for future growth.

FleishmanHillard released a report titled "The Togetherness Economy" revealing that 61% of consumers in the U.S. and U.K. believe brands should promote social cohesion. However, 45% feel current brand marketing contributes to social division. The report emphasizes brands must adapt to consumer expectations or risk losing business. It introduces a framework of 'Togetherness Traits' for brands to foster unity and highlights a shift toward 'Community Companies' that embrace collaboration and social responsibility. The research surveyed 2,000 adults and was conducted between March 30 and April 7.

Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) has appointed Matt McNally as the new CEO of Omnicom Health Group, succeeding Ed Wise, who retired after leading the group since its inception in 2016. McNally brings over 25 years of experience in healthcare marketing, previously serving as Global President of Dentsu Health and CEO of Outcome Health. His leadership is expected to drive innovation and growth within OHG, recognized as the world’s largest healthcare marketing network. The transition reflects Omnicom's commitment to enhancing service offerings and maximizing client outcomes.

FleishmanHillard has unveiled new learning lab environments aimed at assisting brands in navigating the metaverse, Web3, and emerging digital media platforms. This initiative combines a training series and workshops with hands-on experiences in a custom-built environment. Key components include a Learning Series for understanding metaverse implications, a Scenario Planning Workshop for strategic impact analysis, and a Lab Building Design Workshop for ongoing development. The effort will involve collaboration with Omnicom's MINDTRIC for immersive experience design.

Ben Feller, former Chief White House Correspondent for the Associated Press, joins maslansky + partners as a partner, effective June 6. Feller brings extensive experience in strategic communication, having previously worked at Mercury and reported on significant U.S. political events. His role will focus on advising clients on language strategy, enhancing corporate narratives, and contributing to the firm’s growth in corporate communication areas. Feller's unique background will support the firm's mission to address complex business challenges.

Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) appointed Brian Clayton as Chief Data Privacy Officer, effective May 24, 2022. Clayton will spearhead the company's initiatives in data privacy, ensuring compliance with complex global regulations. He previously served as Chief Privacy Officer at Conduent, where he implemented significant privacy programs. CEO John Wren emphasized the importance of data privacy as clients demand more control over their data. Clayton’s leadership is expected to enhance Omnicom's privacy-driven data platform, Omni, amidst evolving industry standards.