• by Larissa Faw , September 12, 2016

FCB is promoting top talent in its Canada operations to further grow and evolve the Interpublic-owned agency. Tyler Turnbull, currently FCB Toronto CEO, will become FCB Canada’s CEO, succeeding Tim Bowen, who has been  named  FCB Canada’s chairman. 

Turnbull will be responsible for daily operations across the agency's network, supporting its roster of talent and clients. At the moment, there are no plans to replace him at the Toronto office. 

In his new role, Bowen will focus on corporate strategy, new business, and client relationships.  

Both joined the agency from different Canadian shops two years ago. A major account on their watch was the North American BMO Harris Bank account last year. 

Meanwhile, Jon Flannery, currently FCB Toronto Chief Creative Officer is returning to the states to become EVP, Executive Creative Director, FCB Chicago. This appointment is FCB Chicago CCO Liz Taylor's first major creative hire since she was hired at the Interpublic agency last month. 

Flannery is a familiar face among the Chicago ad community, having spent six years at FCB Chicago, seven years at Element 79, and nine years at Leo Burnett, leading brands such as KFC, Del Monte, Kellogg’s and Philip Morris International. His return underscores his leadership abilities as Chicago is one of FCB's largest shops with 750 people.  

Flannery’s latest move is triggering changes at his old shop. Nancy Crimi-Lamanna (VP, Creative Director) and Jeff Hilts (VP, Creative Group Head) are being promoted to co-CCOs of FCB Toronto.