• by Fern Siegel , over 1 hour ago

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After 12 years at GSD&M, where she served as vice president, account director, Adrienne Strange has rejoined the independent creative agency Young & Laramore.

Strange began her career at Y&L.

She returns to take the reins as the agency's first SVP, Chief Client Officer. Strange will oversee Y&L’s client operations and grow its national client roster, reporting to CEO Tom Denari.

“Adrienne was an emerging star when she was at Y&L more than a decade ago. Her return is both a cultural win and a strategic one,” said Denari. “She comes back to Y&L with deep client leadership experience and a modern approach to growth, knowing how to create conditions where creativity and performance can thrive.”

As Chief Client Officer, Strange will partner with the agency’s creative, media, and strategy leads to deliver high-impact, results-driven work. She will lead Y&L’s client portfolio, ensuring satisfaction, retention, and growth.

“This agency shaped how I think about creativity and collaboration. My focus now is to deepen client partnerships,” she said.<

Y&L brand work includes Brizo, Cummins, Spangler Candy and Farm Bureau Insurance.