Shirley Tay has been named Chief Executive Officer at Ogilvy Group Singapore, effective 1^st January 2026.

In her new role, she oversees the streamlined business operations of the Group’s agency brands in the market, including Ogilvy Singapore and Grey Singapore. Shirley will work with leaders across both brands, with each continuing to operate distinctly and serve their respective clients.

Kunal Jeswani will continue as CEO, Ogilvy Group ASEAN.

Luggage and carry essentials brand, LOJEL, has appointed Julia Evers as Marketing Director. In her new role, she is responsible for the brand's global marketing strategy at its Hong Kong HQ.

Julia most recently led global marketing and comms strategy for wellness tech brand RENPHO. With over a decade of experience managing global teams, her portfolio features roles at CASETiFY, Native Union and Daniel Wellington across locations including Stockholm, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, where she is now based.

Omnicom has announced its upcoming strategy and executive leadership details, following the completion of its acquisition of Interpublic on 26^th November 2025.

The new Omnicom is organised into its Connected Capabilities, which will be led by:

• Florian Adamski, CEO, Omnicom Media (Hearts & Science, Initiative, Mediahub, OMD, PHD, UM, and Acxiom)
• Chris Foster, CEO, Omnicom Public Relations (FleishmanHillard, Golin, Ketchum, Porter Novelli, and Weber Shandwick)
• Sergio Lopez, CEO, Omnicom Production (Content Solutions, Production Management, and Studios)
• Duncan Painter, CEO, Omni and Flywheel Commerce Network
• Troy Ruhanen, CEO, Omnicom Advertising (BBDO, McCann, TBWA, and the U.S. Advertising Collective)
• Michael Larson, CEO, Diversified Agency Services, with reports including: 
  • Dana Maiman, CEO, Omnicom Health (Healthcare Professional & Consumer, Medical Communications, Patient Engagement, and Managed Markets)
  • Mark O’Brien, CEO, Omnicom Branding (Interbrand, Siegel+Gale, Sterling Brands, and Wolff Olins)
  • Luke Taylor, CEO, Omnicom Precision Marketing (Credera, Critical Mass, and RAPP)

This go-forward organisation also includes two key enterprise-wide solutions: 

• Client Success Leaders (CSLs): led by Jacki Kelley, Chief Client & Business Officer, and Andrea Lennon, Client Experience Officer.  
• Global Growth Team: led by George Manas, Chief Growth and Solutions Officer, who will transition from his current role leading OMD Worldwide, effective 1^st February 2026. 

As previously announced, John Wren continues as Chairman & CEO, Phil Angelastro serves as EVP & CFO, and Philippe Krakowsky and Daryl Simm serve as Co-Presidents and COOs.  

"The expertise and dedication of our leadership team and the promise of our Connected Capabilities make us uniquely positioned to turn this moment into a catalyst for intelligent growth – for our people, our clients and our shareholders," said John. "I am proud to welcome the people, agencies and clients of Interpublic to Omnicom and create a global community of the best and brightest professionals in the industry, all of whom will have access to the most advanced AI tools and Omni, our advanced intelligence platform. Together, we will be the go-to company that shapes how brands grow, people connect and culture evolves."

Looking forward, Omnicom will facilitate the following events: 

• At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Omnicom will meet with clients, employees, and technology partners to introduce the new combined company and launch an updated Omni.
• In February 2026, Omnicom will announce its year-end earnings, which will include further news on the go-forward organisation.
• Shortly after its year-end results, Omnicom will schedule an investor day to provide an update on the Board’s evaluation of its capital allocation strategy, including an increase in its share repurchase program.