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AKQA appoints Rosie Milton-Schönemann as Global Director of Marketing and Communications

Stuart Mitchell

AKQA has appointed Rosie Milton-Schönemann as its global director of marketing and communications. This newly created role reflects the agency’s ambition to further strengthen its brand, reputation and market positioning in its next chapter under AKQA CEO and WPP group chief strategy officer, Baiju Shah. In this role, Rosie will lead AKQA’s global marketing and communications strategy, drawing from a career working with companies operating at the intersection of creativity and technology. Rosie will partner with leaders across AKQA’s worldwide business to strengthen its reputation, sharpen its narrative and help…

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AKQA Americas announces leadership team to drive the next era of innovation

Stuart Mitchell

To support AKQA’s new global structure, unifying creativity, strategy and technology under a single integrated framework, AKQA Americas has unveiled its newly restructured leadership team. Aligning top-tier talent to deliver creativity, data-driven insights, and exceptional client impact. AKQA’s Americas leadership team is committed to driving the agency’s growth through the power of creative technology, bold innovation, and visionary leadership, delivering transformative solutions that inspire. AKQA, America’s leadership team, will be comprised of: Tesa Aragones, formerly President of North America, has been elevated to Regional CEO (a first for AKQA), where…

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AKQA and Spotify honour Global Innovators at Future Lions 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Future Lions, the annual global competition in partnership with AKQA and the Cannes Lions,  has announced the Grand Prix and winners on the Spotify Beach. This year’s Grand Prix winner is “Break the Sound Barrier.” The winning team will collaborate with Spotify and AKQA to explore ways to bring their idea to life. Future Lions has become one of the most coveted honours for emerging design, creative, and advertising talent. The year’s competition, now in its 19th year, together with partners Spotify and The Wall Street Journal, encourages young innovators…

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Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+ 2024

Stuart Mitchell

Most Loved Workplaces®, and Newsweek have launched Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+ 2024. I enclose their comments and link to the list here: At Most Loved Workplaces®, we understand that a fulfilling work experience goes far beyond just a paycheck and benefits. It’s about fostering an environment that truly inspires and empowers all employees. That’s why we’re proud to present the 2024 Most Loved Workplaces® for LGBTQ+. This list recognizes exceptional organizations around the globe – companies operating internationally – who champion LGBTQ+ inclusion. We celebrate their commitment to creating…

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AKQA Future Lions launches Tom Bedecarré School of the Year Award

Stuart Mitchell

AKQA Future Lions has launched the Tom Bedecarré School of the Year Award in honour of Tom Bedecarré, AKQA’s Chairman Emeritus. Ajaz Ahmed, CEO of AKQA, said: “Tom Bedecarré’s incredible career is defined by his ability to nurture, guide and develop the next generation of leaders and innovators. Tom has made a unique and lasting contribution to AKQA, for which I will always be immensely grateful. Through his relentless dedication to entrepreneurship and inclusivity, Tom is a brilliant leader who has mentored creators and students to reach the highest peaks…

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