People Moves
Exit interview: Rosanne Caron
Caron, who will retire at the end of this year, reflects on just how sophisticated the industry has become.
Wade Oosterman to assume Bell Media leadership from Lennox in 2021
After Randy Lennox’s surprise exit announcement, Bell has announced several changes, including a new role for Devorah Lithwick.
Amanda Dorenberg to take the reins at COMMB
Current president Rosanne Caron will retire at the end of 2020.
Mindshare global CEO is out
Nick Emery has been ousted following what management calls “a clear breach of the company’s code of conduct.”
Axel Dumont takes on a national role as Cossette Media president
As the agency experiences new growth, V7 Media’s Joseph Leon will focus more on high-level duties.
Pelmorex sees more than a dozen layoffs
The Weather Network parent co has eliminated 14 positions across various business units.
Media veteran launches media sourcing firm
Caroline Gagnon, who has spent nearly three decades working for both suppliers and agencies, is aiming to help advertisers find ideal new partners.
CBC appoints new regional managing directors
The two positions will focus on the creation and development of programming for local TV and radio.
People Moves: New VPs at SMI, MIQ
Plus, Stingray adds to its sales operations.
Mediabrands ushers in new Canadian CFO
With COVID-19 putting strain on all agencies, Mediabrands CEO Graham Moysey says the CFO role will require crucial decision-making as it continues to rely on data.
Blue Ant ups Jamie Schouela, Carlyn Staudt
Both will now take on a more global mandate as the company looks to hone its focus.
ICYMI: Mediabrands’ C-suite hire, Heartland’s return and more
Plus, Quebecor heads to the suburbs.
People Moves: SMI hires seasoned marketer
Plus, Camden hires a VP from the vendor side, and XMC nabs a sponsorship veteran.
Hivestack appoints Nikki Hawke as first CMO
The acceleration of programmatic OOH buying means the digital exchange needed to amp up its marketing efforts, and it’s hired a veteran strategist to do just that.
People Moves: Carat, Theo and more
Plus, Enthusiast Gaming makes an acquisition and staffs up accordingly.
