Havas promoted W. Joe DeMiero to chief executive of its North American creative and media operations on October 28, expanding the responsibilities of an executive who joined the group in May.
The appointment is effective immediately. DeMiero will report jointly to Donna Murphy, global chief executive of Havas Creative Network, and Peter Mears, global chief executive of Havas Media Network, according to the company’s announcement.
Havas said he will work with leaders across the two networks to improve collaboration and connect clients with services including creative work, media, production, data, technology and public relations.
DeMiero joined as chief client and business officer for North America. He previously held marketing leadership roles at Sam’s Club, including interim chief marketing officer and vice president of marketing.
His agency experience includes serving as U.S. chief executive of UM and chief executive of Publicis Groupe’s Hawkeye, the announcement said.
The promotion broadens his management remit. Havas framed closer coordination as a growth priority; the announcement does not report financial results attributable to the new arrangement.
Sources Havas leadership announcement: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/havas-promotes-w-joe-demiero-to-ceo-havas-north-america-creative--media-302922501.html