The latest round up of people moves include Entain, WPP, Sky Media, and Publicis Groupe.
Entain‘s chief marketing officer, Charlotte Emery, has left her position.
Entain, owner of Ladbrokes and Coral, is in the process of recruiting a new marketing head after a “mutually agreed” transition, with Emery working with colleagues to ensure a smooth transition.
Emery, who been at the company for two years, led the betting giant’s media account move to Omnicom’s PHD, from independent agency the7stars.
Bejay Patel, managing director of Entain UK, paid tribute to Emery: “Charlotte has played a significant role in the continued growth and development of our UK brands – Ladbrokes, Coral, Gala, and Foxy – leading the marketing function with passion and energy over the last two years.
“We would like to thank her for her contribution and wish her every success in the future.”
The news comes as Entain makes significant reductions in staff. In the past two months 500 jobs have been cut, equating to roughly 2% of its workforce – a u-turn from previous claims that the positions were safe.
As such it is unclear whether Emery is leaving to fill another role.
Other notable people moves
Better Collective: Jarl Dusabe Hagen leaves
Better Collective’s senior head of marketing and fan engagement Jarl Dusabe Hagen is leaving the company.
“After seven plus incredible years, my time at Better Collective has come to an end as the business moves in a new direction,” he said in a LinkedIn post.
Sky Media: New head of marketing hired
Greg Brooks has been appointed as Sky Media’s head of marketing.
Brooks previously held a position as global chief marketing officer at WPP’s Mindshare.
“It’s a hugely exciting time to be joining the team. I’ll be helping to set the strategic direction, operating model and priorities for Sky Media’s B2B marketing to further strengthen its position as one of the UK’s leading premium media owners and advertising partners,” he confirmed in a LinkedIn post.
M&C Saatchi Sport: CEO Laura Coller promoted
Laura Coller, chief executive officer of M&C Saatchi Sport & Entertainment UK, role has expanded to include global chief operating officer.
This is a new position, which she will take on while continuing her position as UK chief exec.
M&C Saatchi Sport has also promoted Ross Watson to managing director for the UK arm.
Watson, who started at the agency 12 years ago as an account manager, will oversee the shop’s portfolio of clients which include Adidas, Heineken and Betway and lead the day-to-day business as Coller focuses on the global side.
Teads: Sam Maloney promoted
Sam Maloney has been promoted to managing director UK, of Teads. Maloney was previously the commercial director for the company.
“Sam has played an important role in our UK business, and as we continue to grow across the market, he will lead with a focus on delivering value for our clients, partners and teams,” Teads said in a LinkedIn post.
Publicis Groupe: Laura Vipond as CGO
Publicis Groupe UK has hired Laura Vipond as chief growth officer of its creative practice.
Vipond comes joins from WPP’s Ogilvy where she held a similar role.
Publicis Red: Alison Hoad exits
Alison Hoad, global chief strategy officer at Publicis Red+, has left the company.
Hoad joined Publicis Red+ two years ago from Publicis London, where she was the chief strategy officer for three years.
WPP: Imogen Coles as head of influence
WPP has appointed Imogen Coles as head of influence for EMEA.
Coles will retain her role within Ogilvy as head of influence, and will expand this to work closely with the other agencies within the WPP network.
