Former Red Rooster CEO Nick Keenan has been appointed to lead Starcom Australia in the same role, Publicis Media announced today.
Keenan, who will start on March 16, has worked both client and agency side, most recently having spent two years at quick service restaurant chain Red Rooster.
He was also previously commercial director of CrownBet, and following that became CEO of the gaming company’s online lotto betting service, CrownLotto.
Publicis Media ANZ CEO Toby Barbour says: “Nick’s passion for talent and the customer, his experience in new business development, brand marketing, business strategy and execution to drive growth, will be invaluable to the future Starcom journey.
"We’re very fortunate to have someone of Nick’s calibre and diverse background leading the agency.”
Michael Rebelo, CEO of Publicis Groupe ANZ adds: “Nick is a proven leader with a strong track record of working in dynamic and fast-changing business environments.
"His adaptive and collaborative nature is a perfect fit for the culture of Publicis Groupe. I know the blend of his experience will be a great asset to the clients of Starcom.”
Keenan says: “I’m delighted to be joining the very talented Starcom team and Publicis Groupe. Working with a team with a future focus, an innovation-led culture and so many wonderful clients makes it the dream job.
"I look forward to unlocking the many exciting opportunities to grow our clients’ businesses, leading Starcom and a unified group product to create outstanding work.”
Keenan takes over from Barbour, who has been acting in the role since his move to become CEO of Publicis Media ANZ in July last year. Prior to that, Barbour was CEO of Starcome Australia..
Starcom Australia’s key clients include P&G, Lion, Visa, Subaru, Snooze and Metcash.
It's been a week of change for Starcom Australia with the company confirming to AdNews on February 26 that Graeme Wood’s role as national head of futures and product had been made redundant after only a year.
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