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TANK Worldwide, a WPP-owned healthcare communications agency, announces a new executive leadership team as it celebrates its 15th anniversary. The team, featuring five executive promotions and one external hire, includes key appointments such as Mylene Savoie as COO and Thomas Lecordier as CCO. TANK has seen double-digit revenue growth for five consecutive years and serves top healthcare brands like Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson. The agency recently won significant accounts including Moderna's COVID vaccine.
WPP has acquired a majority stake in branding agency Made Thought, which will be integrated into AKQA and collaborate with Universal Design Studio and Map Project Office. This move creates The New Standard, a collective aimed at enhancing design capabilities and fostering collaboration while preserving creative independence. Founded in 2000, Made Thought serves notable clients like Pinterest and Unilever and employs 55 people in London and New York. This acquisition is part of WPP's accelerated growth strategy to strengthen creative capabilities in marketing and design.
On December 2, 2021, Michael Houston, Worldwide CEO of Grey, announced the promotions of John Patroulis to Global Creative Chairman & President, Creative Business, and Javier Campopiano to Worldwide Chief Creative Officer. These changes aim to enhance Grey's creative leadership and align with WPP's strategy of being a borderless organization focused on delivering top talent. Campopiano will oversee the creative product for WPP's Coca-Cola account, while Patroulis will collaborate with Houston on business strategy and growth. Grey continues to focus on creativity as a driver for business success.
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Amber Guild has joined Grey New York as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Michael Houston, who held both roles for two years. Guild brings over twenty years of experience in advertising and digital media, having previously led the T Brand portfolio at The New York Times. Her leadership is expected to enhance Grey's creative output and client engagement. The agency has seen strong new business performance in 2021 with notable wins, including clients like Procter & Gamble, Nestlé, and J&J. Guild's appointment is anticipated to drive innovation and diversity within Grey.
Ogilvy Health's Global CEO, Kim Johnson, has been recognized as one of PR Week's top health influencers for 2021. Johnson, who joined Ogilvy Health in July, brings nearly two decades of experience in healthcare marketing and communications. Her leadership has been acknowledged through various accolades, including being a PharmaVOICE 100 recipient. The Health Influencer 30 list honors individuals significantly impacting healthcare and pharma PR, showcasing executives who provide modern communication and inspiring leadership in a rapidly evolving market.
WPP reported strong Q3 results with 15.7% like-for-like revenue growth excluding pass-through costs, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Year-to-date revenue reached £9.37 billion, up 15.6% year-on-year. The company secured £1.7 billion in new business in Q3, with total new business wins at £4.6 billion year-to-date. Strategic acquisitions and a robust balance sheet, with net debt down to £1.6 billion, reflect solid financial management. Full year revenue guidance has been raised to 11.5-12.0%.
WPP announced a merger between its subsidiary Finsbury Glover Hering and Sard Verbinnen & Co to establish a leading strategic communications firm. The new entity will have around 1,000 professionals across 25 offices globally, with a combined revenue exceeding $330 million for 2020. The merger aims to strengthen capabilities in strategic communication, especially in financial advisory, crisis management, and corporate reputation. This Transaction values the combined group at $917 million, with WPP retaining 57.4% ownership. Completion is expected in Q4 2021, pending regulatory approvals.
WPP has partnered with Snap Inc. to launch 'The AR Lab,' focusing on enhancing marketing and e-commerce through Augmented Reality (AR). This collaboration will enable WPP clients to utilize Snap's AR technology, driving consumer engagement and sales. A recent study shows 94% of consumers are interested in using AR for shopping. As Snap's first Agency AR partner, WPP aims to develop innovative AR solutions and train over 1,000 employees through the AR Lab Academy. This partnership signifies a commitment to advancing AR capabilities and improving campaign effectiveness.
Reuters launched its global brand campaign, 'The Source', on September 23, 2021, showcasing its commitment to unbiased reporting. The campaign emphasizes Reuters' 170-year reputation as a trusted news outlet, aiming to highlight the importance of objective journalism in an era of misinformation. With a workforce of 2,500 journalists across 200 locations, Reuters promises fast and reliable coverage. The campaign, initiated in the UK and U.S., incorporates distinctive quotation marks symbolizing reporting directly from the source.