Josh Kolm

2019 Agency of the Year: Media
Dig into the profiles behind the winning agencies and their investment strategies.

WPP records first growth since 2017
Although specialist agencies continue to struggle, wins such as eBay have powered the holding co’s return to growth.

North American organic growth up at Omnicom in Q3
Revenue fell at the holding company, although it was largely attributed to stronger foreign exchange rates.

Publicis revenue slips in Q3
Canada fared better than some other markets, but it didn’t make up for losses in traditional spending, media and business transformation.

Your 2019 Media Agency of the Year shortlist revealed
The next shortlist for this year’s gala covers shops that were tops in buying and planning.

Omnicom posts organic revenue growth in Q2
The network beat analyst expectations, posting strong results in North America.

Cannes 2019: Canadian agencies win two Media Lions
FCB/Six and Initiative win Silver for “Back to Africa,” while Ogilvy and Mindshare take Bronze for a stunt as part of Hellmann’s “Real Food Rescue.”

Your Agency of the Year submission deadline is approaching
Agencies have until tomorrow to submit their intent to enter the 2019 edition of the competition.

WPP revenue declines, IPG’s jumps in Q1
WPP continues to feel the effects of client losses, while IPG’s CEO emphasized its commitment to investing in its agency brands.

Media a major revenue driver for Omnicom in Q1
Advertising, as well as healthcare, drove growth from the holding co across global regions.

Publicis revenue continues to dip in Q1
The holding company expected a bumpy ride due to ongoing attrition, but believes business-transformation work will help right the ship.

The first call for Agency of the Year begins
Agencies are invited to put their name in the hat before the competition’s submission period opens in June.

North America hit hard as WPP’s 2018 revenue slips
The holding co. expects more challenges for the first half of 2019, but remains committed to its turnaround plan.

Jurors announced for 2019 Young Lions competition
Meet the industry experts who will decide the winning teams that will represent Canada in Cannes.

Andrew MacLeod takes reins as Postmedia CEO
Paul Godfrey remains on as executive chair of the media co. as part of its previously announced succession plan.