Proven growth driver and former EVP, Director of Business Development at DDB U.S. joins the creative agency’s leadership team to accelerate business momentum
Furthering its commitment to building iconic brands through craft and culture, Havas Chicago has named Jamie McGarry as Chief Growth Officer to help ignite a new phase of growth for the agency. McGarry will serve as a key member of Havas Chicago’s executive leadership team, contributing to the agency’s overall strategic vision, performance and growth.
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“Even in the midst of a global pandemic and a shifting consumer landscape, 2020 has been very active on the new business front with a strong pipeline, and I’m confident Jamie will accelerate that growth.”
McGarry brings a strong track record of winning new business and building and leading successful pitch teams, and has a deep understanding of client needs in an ever-changing consumer landscape. As Chief Growth Officer, McGarry will be responsible for driving continued growth for Havas Chicago, Annex Chicago and Annex Experience, as well as partnering with other Havas agencies to drive integrated growth opportunities within the Havas Village model. She will lead a coordinated business development practice and will also oversee agency brand and communications.
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McGarry joins Havas Chicago after leading business development at DDB U.S., where she was repeatedly promoted and increased her scope and responsibilities over the course of her six years there. Most recently at DDB U.S., McGarry served as EVP, Director of Business Development, with responsibility for integrating new business efforts and driving growth across the agency’s U.S. offices, including Chicago, New York and San Francisco.
“Adding Jamie as Chief Growth Officer is a huge win for Havas Chicago. She’s a proven leader with a passion for winning and enabling teams to do the best work of their careers, which is exactly the type of energy and momentum we’ve been building at Havas Chicago over the last year,” said Nikki Laughlin, President and Chief Client Officer, Havas Chicago. “Even in the midst of a global pandemic and a shifting consumer landscape, 2020 has been very active on the new business front with a strong pipeline, and I’m confident Jamie will accelerate that growth.”
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