Industry Moves
Ogilvy Toronto looks to U.S. for new creative leader
Meg Farquhar joins from Leo Burnett Chicago, bringing global experience to an increasingly globally-minded creative team.
ZGM acquires app developer Paper Leaf in digital push
The Alberta agency is looking to stay ahead of clients’ pivots by bringing in talent that has a different POV on digital work.
Juliet expands to L.A. to serve U.S. clients
The Toronto-based agency is looking to serve work from brands including Mailchimp, Jagermeister and Good Goods.
Edelman hires new strategy lead in Canada
Laura Kim will lead the offering as the firm makes innovation within strategy a global priority.
Quebecor continues to build its in-house creative studio
Colab Studio hires new creative directors and business leads as it internalizes work for the Videotron and Fizz brands.
Labatt names a familiar face as new VP of marketing
Andrew Oosterhuis returns to Canada to take over the role from Todd Allen, who is moving into a global position.
Corner Office Shifts: Flair gets new brand leadership
Plus, DavidsTea picks its new CEO and business shifts prompt exec changes at Spin Master.
Publicis Toronto promotes three senior leaders
The moves will help build on growth in CRM, data and insights, as well as in its Fiat Chrysler business.
Colour picks new CEO to lead shift in business
Randy Newman will guide the Halifax agency through a more data- and digital-driven shift in its focus.
KFC Canada names new CMO
Katherine Bond-Debicki has been promoted, taking over marketing leadership from Samantha Redman.
Tank hires Mylene Savoie to lead borderless division
Spurred by a global client win, the ex-McCann president will help talent work across markets to serve a range of pharma brands.
Air Miles prepares for takeoff with new agency roster
Broken Heart Love Affair will lead brand strategy, with Fuse Create, Media Experts and Ogilvy on experiential, media and PR.
The Hive grows by three
The Toronto shop bolstered its content, experiential and activation teams as it builds on its “valuable encounters” positioning.
Up to the Minute: Taxi adds two ACDs in Montreal
Plus, Argyle sets up shop in the U.S. while Your Brand lands a new “gin” account.
Stephanie Yung returns to Zulu Alpha Kilo
The new head of design left her NY post to rejoin the agency and take it into the world of human-centred products and experiences.
