Leading agency CEOs and founders from WPP, Omnicom, Publicis Groupe, Special and more will come together in October to share the lessons they've learned building successful businesses, as part of Advertising Council Australia's Business & Agency Leadership course.
Designed for group account directors, client partners and senior agency professionals preparing for broader commercial responsibilities, the three-day residential will run at QT Sydney from October 18-20.
"The rules of agency growth are being rewritten,” said Ogilvy ANZ CEO and course co-chair, Kirsty Muddle.
“Success today requires more than great creative work. It demands commercial judgement, strategic thinking and the confidence to navigate constant change. That's what this course is designed to help delegates build.”
Co-chaired by Laura Aldington, Founder and CEO of Supermassive, the program combines practical workshops, real-world business challenges and candid conversations with some of Australia's most experienced agency leaders.
The agency CEOs attending include Rose Herceg, CEO, WPP ANZ, Nick Garrett, CEO, Omnicom Oceania, Michael Rebelo, CEO, Publicis Groupe ANZ, Lindsey Evans, Global Partner & CEO, Special Australia, Chris Howatson, Founder & CEO, Howatson+Company, Sheryl Marjoram, Co-CEO, Clemenger BBDO, Matthew Michael, CEO, Droga5 Australia & New Zealand, Jason Ross, Co-founder, Time Under Tension, Justin Papps, lead partner, Tenet Advisory & Investments, Clinton Parr, founder, A Lion & The Vibes, Mike Jenner, director and head coach, in•flu•ence leadership development consulting and Mike Read, founder & director, Pigs Can Fly Too.
"The move from managing clients to helping lead a business is one of the biggest transitions in an agency career,” said Aldington.
“The best leaders never assume their greatest work is behind them. This course gives delegates the practical tools, fresh perspectives and confidence to ensure their greatest work is still ahead."
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