People on the Move
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
  • Kelly Durham, Susan Hatten, Derek Clark and Rob Romine
    VML
    VML hired two and promoted two in an effort to strengthen its creative department and integrated production offerings.

    Kelly Durham was promoted to executive producer of integrated production. Durham joined VML in 2015 and will focus on managing and elevating the broadcast work done by VML Chicago. Durham will report to Tyler Smith, head of production.

    Susan Hatten was hired as a senior producer for the integrated production team, working on Pepsico. She will produce projects for multiple brands, including Gatorade and Tropicana. Hatten began her career in Kansas City, working for Valentine-Radford before moving to Chicago and joining Ogilvy & Mather where worked as a senior content producer for the past 11 years. She will relocate to Kansas City and work out of VML's global headquarters. Hatten will also report to Smith.

    Derek Clark was elevated to executive creative director leading Tennessee Department of Tourist Development work and the recently won Electrolux / Frigidaire accounts. Clark joined the agency in 2015 as group creative director of Gatorade. Clark will report to Debbi Vandeven, global chief creative officer. Prior to VML, he worked for Leo Burnett, McGarryBowen and Cavalry, to name a few.

    Lastly, Rob Romine was promoted to group director, experience design. He joined the agency in 2008 and has lead the experience design for clients such as FordPass, Common Wealth Bank of Australia, Korean Airlines and Electrolux. Romine reports to Chris Wallen, managing director, experience design.

  • Megan Sheehan
    Martin New York
    Martin New York hired Megan Sheehan as a group creative director, reporting to James Robinson, executive creative director of Martin New York.

    Tapped by Fast Company as one of the "Most Creative People in Business," Sheehan began her career as an art director at EnergyBBDO before moving to Saatchi & Saatchi, CP+B and FCB, where she worked on the Cyber Grand Prix-winning "Daily Twist" campaign for Oreo. Most recently, she was a freelance creative director for technology, automotive and beer brands.

    "Martin has an admirable legacy—there is real heart and integrity in the DNA. Being on the other side of the tracks in NYC, I'm excited about the potential to help create its rebellious, raucous sister," said Sheehan.

  • Tenny Pearson
    Arnold Worldwide
    Tenny Pearson joined Arnold Worldwide's New York office as managing director, reporting to Pam Hamlin, CEO. Pearson will oversee the Hershey portfolio of brands and fuel growth in New York.

    Most recently, Pearson was group business director at The Barbarian Group. While there, she led global and North American digital efforts for Pepsi and spearheaded the agency's first virtual reality project. Before that, she was a group account director at Droga5, handling new business and creating marketing initiatives for clients like Spotify, PUMA and Kraft Foods Cracker Barrel and Athenos brands.

    She also held positions at Gotham, Bartle Bogle Hegarty, Amalgamated, Goodby, Silverstein & Partners, Eleven, Inc. and Publicis & Hal Riney.

    "Tenny's passion for brands and the power of consumer insights inspires innovative work that builds businesses," said Hamlin. She has a proven track record of delivering best-in-class digital communications for her clients and establishing successful partnerships."

  • Justin Clouder
    TBWA\London
    TBWA\London hired Justin Clouder as strategy partner on Lidl, tasked with building on the agency's award-winning "Surprises" campaign.

    Clouder joins TBWA from Leo Burnett where he previously served as strategy director on Co-Op, leading a successful re-pitch in 2016, before moving to strategy director on the UK McDonald's account.

    "Not only does Justin bring his impressive retail knowledge to the Lidl business and brand, he adds skill sets and experience that will enhance our already robust planning and strategic offering," said Brian Swords, managing director of TBWA\London.

  • Mike Proulx
    Hill Holliday
    Hill Holliday promoted Mike Proulx to chief digital officer.

    In his new role for Hill Holliday & Trilia, Proulx is responsible for driving digital innovation and integration across the agency' current clients and new business. He leads the agency's Innovation & Technology department in editorial strategy, digital strategy, creative technology, experience design and digital production. He also heads Hill Holliday & Trilia's mediaFWD, a semi-annual showcase featuring thought leaders in media, technology, and creative exploring important trends for modern marketers.

    Proulx joined Hill Holliday in 2008 as vice president, interactive marketing.

    "Mike has been instrumental in growing our digital capabilities," said Chris Wallrapp, president of Hill Holliday. "He's led our clients to innovative, first in class solutions, and has always been driven by the intersection of creativity, media and technology. He's a proven leader, a tireless collaborator, and a proactive problem solver. I know we wouldn't be where we are today without his contributions."

  • Leah Hattendorf
    The Escape Pod
    The Escape Pod promoted Leah Hattendorf to senior vice president, director of strategy.
  • Sharon Wicks
    MeringCarson
    MeringCarson tapped Sharon Wicks as broadcast media manager.
  • Randall Hooker
    Brunner
    Brunner hired Randall Hooker as sole creative director of its Atlanta office, a new position overseeing all accounts and a creative staff of six.
  • John Regan and Tor Lemhag
    FCB Chicago
    FCB Chicago named John Regan and Tor Lemhag as vice president, creative directors.
  • Belinda Green
    Gyro
    Gyro promoted Belinda Green to head of planning for gyro APAC.
  • Culleen Sullivan
    Mortenson Safar Kim
    Culleen Sullivan joined Mortenson Safar Kim as an account supervisor, responsible for the agency's Hoosier Lottery account.
  • Brad Gardner
    Paramount Network and TV Land
    Brad Gardner was promoted to senior vice president, development and original programming for Paramount Network and TV Land.
  • Dario Spina
    Viacom Velocity
    Dario Spina was named chief marketing officer of Viacom Velocity, Viacom’s partner marketing and creative content group.
  • Kevin Kohn
    iQ Media
    iQ Media named Kevin Kohn as chief executive officer.
  • Laura Adams
    Kargo
    Kargo named Laura Adams as vice president, corporate communications.
  • John Fox
    Gage
    Gage hired John Fox as vice president, global customer success.
  • Kyle Kim-Hays
    Toluna
    Kyle Kim-Hays joined Toluna as executive vice president for global digital marketing.
  • Laura Buoncuore
    Marketsmith Inc.
    Marketsmith Inc. named Laura Buoncuore as vice president and creative director.
  • Doug Leonard and Diana Kucer
    HireVue
    HireVue hired Doug Leonard as chief sales officer and Diana Kucer as chief marketing officer.
  • Matt Pittroff
    Station Film
    Station Film has signed comedy director Matt Pittroff for commercials and content.
  • Jana Jakovljevic
    IPONWEB
    IPONWEB hired Jana Jakovljevic as vice president of business development for North America.
  • Mark Gray
    Katz Media Group
    Katz Media Group named Mark Gray as chief executive officer.
  • Robert Logevall and Josh Miller
    Spears & Arrows
    Spears & Arrows added directors Robert Logevall and Josh Miller.
  • Telemundo Studios and Telemundo International Studios
    Miguel Varoni
    Miguel Varoni has been promoted to vice president and creative director of Telemundo Studios and Telemundo International Studios.
  • Will Cohen
    Playwire Media
    Will Cohen is joining Playwire Media as senior vice president of product management and marketing.
  • Jason Krebs
    Tenor
    Tenor hired Jason Krebs as chief business officer.
  • Kal Karman
    Tinygiant
    Tinygiant added Kal Karman to its directorial roster.
  • Chris Dealy
    The Collective @ LAIR
    The Collective @ LAIR named Chris Dealy as a partner/director.
  • Elizabeth V. Moore
    Lucky Post
    Lucky Post promoted Elizabeth V. Moore to editor.
  • Nico Pitney, Andy Carvin, Kim Bui, Matt McDonough and Versha Sharma
    NowThis
    NowThis hired Nico Pitney as political director, Andy Carvin as senior editor-at-large, Kim Bui as editor-at-large, Matt McDonough as executive producer of Live & Original Series and Versha Sharma, managing editor, has taken on the added role of senior correspondent.
  • Sherry Pudloski
    The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
    The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America named Sherry Pudloski as chief communications officer.
  • Tanya Levina
    Fluent
    Tanya Levina was named director of research at Fluent.
  • Mark Weidner
    RAPP Worldwide
    RAPP Worldwide named Mark Weidner senior vice president of technology for the agency’s New York office.
  • Jian Deleon
    Highsnobiety
    Jian Deleon was named editorial director of Highsnobiety.
  • Brian Cavallaro
    MANDT VR
    MANDT VR named Brian Cavallaro as chief creative officer.
  • Ross Sheil
    ReFUEL4
    ReFUEL4 hired Ross Sheil as general manager commercial, EMEA.
  • Bryan Wade and Dan Hanrahan
    Sigstr
    Bryan Wade has been tapped as CEO for marketing startup Sigstr. The company's founder, Dan Hanrahan will remain as president.
  • Preethy Vaidyanathan
    Tapad
    Tapad hired Preethy Vaidyanathan as senior vice president of product management.
  • Brian Hersholt and Matthew Gingerich
    Bombora
    Bombora hired Brian Hersholt, as managing director of its London office, and Matthew Gingerich as vice president of sales and customer success.