DDB names McCarthy President of San Fran office

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DDB has announced that they have named industry veteran John McCarthy as President of the San Francisco office.

As President of the San Francisco office, McCarthy will spearhead DDB’s growth on the West Coast, affirming its position as an industry leader in a competitive, tech-centric landscape.

Working in partnership with Executive Creative Director Ben Wolan, McCarthy will oversee DDB San Francisco’s client roster, which spans the social good, utilities, financial, and technology sectors; plus the agency’s talented team of creative thinkers.

“John’s extensive background in innovation and human insight, coupled with his solutions-oriented attitude, made him the perfect pick for president of our San Francisco office,” said Paul Gunning, president & COO of DDB U.S. “Under his leadership, DDB’s commitment to doing the best work possible for our West Coast clients will flourish.”

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McCarthy has led some of the world’s most iconic brands through moments of critical transformation. From global repositioning to digital innovation, he has spearheaded efforts for Google, Coca-Cola, Nike, PlayStation, Goldman Sachs, GE, Chanel, State Farm, Home Depot, and the United Nations.

Most recently, McCarthy was Senior VP of Strategy for YML, one of the world’s leading experience design and innovation agencies. Before YML, McCarthy was General Manager for Johannes Leonardo. While there, he led the team to deliver game-changing solutions across a wide range of experiences and touchpoints, including the inaugural Cannes Lions Grand Prix for mobile with their work for Google.

Previously, McCarthy also led strategic initiatives at JWT, as well as corporate social responsibility efforts for Qualcomm.

“I’m thrilled to be joining DDB at a time of creative renaissance across the company,” said McCarthy. “The team assembled in San Francisco is ambitious, optimistic and ridiculously talented. I’m excited to partner with Ben and Paul to unlock new paths for growth and innovation.”

McCarthy will report directly to Paul Gunning, president & COO of DDB U.S.

Reel 360 congratulates McCarthy on the move.

Source: DDB

john-mcarthy-ddb-san-francisco

DDB has announced that they have named industry veteran John McCarthy as President of the San Francisco office.

As President of the San Francisco office, McCarthy will spearhead DDB’s growth on the West Coast, affirming its position as an industry leader in a competitive, tech-centric landscape.

Working in partnership with Executive Creative Director Ben Wolan, McCarthy will oversee DDB San Francisco’s client roster, which spans the social good, utilities, financial, and technology sectors; plus the agency’s talented team of creative thinkers.

“John’s extensive background in innovation and human insight, coupled with his solutions-oriented attitude, made him the perfect pick for president of our San Francisco office,” said Paul Gunning, president & COO of DDB U.S. “Under his leadership, DDB’s commitment to doing the best work possible for our West Coast clients will flourish.”

ALSO READ: Refinery29 names Andrews Deputy Fashion Director

McCarthy has led some of the world’s most iconic brands through moments of critical transformation. From global repositioning to digital innovation, he has spearheaded efforts for Google, Coca-Cola, Nike, PlayStation, Goldman Sachs, GE, Chanel, State Farm, Home Depot, and the United Nations.

Most recently, McCarthy was Senior VP of Strategy for YML, one of the world’s leading experience design and innovation agencies. Before YML, McCarthy was General Manager for Johannes Leonardo. While there, he led the team to deliver game-changing solutions across a wide range of experiences and touchpoints, including the inaugural Cannes Lions Grand Prix for mobile with their work for Google.

Previously, McCarthy also led strategic initiatives at JWT, as well as corporate social responsibility efforts for Qualcomm.

“I’m thrilled to be joining DDB at a time of creative renaissance across the company,” said McCarthy. “The team assembled in San Francisco is ambitious, optimistic and ridiculously talented. I’m excited to partner with Ben and Paul to unlock new paths for growth and innovation.”

McCarthy will report directly to Paul Gunning, president & COO of DDB U.S.

Reel 360 congratulates McCarthy on the move.

Source: DDB