Industry Moves
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Tank names executive creative director
Thomas Nelligan takes on creative leadership duties as the agency continues to expand its operations.
Diamond launches PR offering
Wendy Bairos will lead the new offering as the agency adds to its “centre of excellence” model.
Disney hires Helen Pak
The former Grey CCO will lead the in-house creative agency responsible for the company’s parks and resorts portfolio.
Up to the Minute: AdFarm names new ECD
Plus, Agnostic named AOR for Asus and Citizen grows its team and client roster.
Ray grows its ranks
Five new team members, including ACD Jeff McLean and former Johnson Insurance marketer Tracy Russell, join in response to new business.
Maple Leaf names new lead marketer
Casey Richards takes over from Adam Grogan, who has moved into a new role in the company’s plant-based division.
National PR names new president
Martin Daraiche will oversee nine offices nationally, while Julie-Anne Vien takes over as managing partner in Quebec City.
Cossette names new chief strategy officer
Cat Wiles joins from VCCP London as former SVP of strategy Rosie Gentile moves into a new experience design role.
Kraft Heinz appoints new Canadian president
Bruno Keller succeeds Nina Barton, who is taking on a new growth-focused role as the company charts a new path forward.
Shikatani Lacroix opens New York office
Janice Jaworski will lead the brand and retail design agency’s new location as it expands to support U.S.-based clients.
Tux names creative and culture lead
Joshua Lessard will handle design and content projects, having previously served as creative lead at Vice Media.
Up to the Minute: Huge hires first VP of strategic growth
Plus, Ketchum names new Canadian managing director and Cossette extends assignment with Government of Canada.
Ramp hires first VP of strategy
The non-profit focused agency has hired Tina Fernandez to work on growth opportunities and client relationships.
Vision7 owner Blue Focus to spin off global agencies
A new company called Blue Impact will absorb Vision7 and expand its model to agencies across the globe.
