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| Jennifer Richman |
Imre brings on Jennifer Richman as executive VP of client operations. Richman comes to the agency from McCann Health New York, where she most recently served as executive VP, leading the project management, resource management and regulatory operations departments, She was previously held several senior posts at BFB Group. At imre, Richman will be responsible for helping amplify, grow and scale the operations department as the agency takes on more healthcare client work. “Delivering flawless breakthrough work is the most important part of the commitment we have to our clients and brands, requiring operational mastery and innovation, and we found that with Jennifer,” said imre president Anna Kotis.
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| Vincent Dente |
Ketchum hires Vincent Dente as chief creative officer. Dente worked as a director and photographer before moving into the agency world and leading creative efforts at firms including Edelman, MSL Publicis and BCW. Based in New York, Dente will lead a diverse group of creative talent that works across all of Ketchum’s consultancies and capabilities. “We knew his unique perspective would challenge our teams to deliver groundbreaking creative that celebrates culture and that’s rooted in data and strategic insights. It was critical for us to find someone who could effectively work across all our industries and capabilities. We found that—no question—with Vincent,” said Ketchum, CEO, U.S. and global chief marketing and integration officer Jim Joseph.
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| Olivia Scrofani |
Magrino promotes Olivia Scrofani to vice president. Scrofani has been with Magrino since 2017, most recently serving as a senior account director. She has led campaigns for such clients as The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resors and Casa de Campo Resort & Villas. In her new role, Scrofani will assume greater leadership responsibilities with additional oversight of both staff development and new business, expanding service with existing clients while helping to drive the agency’s growth with clients in international markets. “Olivia’s expertise with international brands and proven ability in media relations, best-in-class partnerships, and bottom-line results have been integral to our success,” said Magrino president and CRO Allyn Magrino.
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