People Moves

Hearts & Science Canada names new president
Former Spark Foundry leader Bettina Heimrath will invest in and grow the agency’s offering.

Allvision hires a new head of sales for Canada
Maria Girimonte will work with the DOOH company to optimize its strategy for agency and client partners.

Plus Company creates new roles for longtime execs
Media agencies now fall under new president Melanie Dunn’s remit as Joseph Leon shifts focus to growing a data and innovation offering.

Stuart Garvie joins Allvision as Canadian CEO
The former GroupM exec takes over leadership as the digital out-of-home company continues to build its presence.

New CEO among executive promotions at MediaCom Canada
Urania Agas takes on the role as several other long-time staff get new leadership duties.

Pink Triangle Press hires long-time CBC exec to lead growth
Heaton Dyer will lead sales, product and marketing teams to grow audience and revenues.

Horizon adds a new media director
Brent Jones brings experience with big-name sponsorships to the agency’s sports division.

Wavemaker Canada names new CEO
Coming from the software and IT world, Ryan Webber will also join GroupM Canada’s executive committee.

Society, etc. adds to its ranks
Among the Toronto indie agency’s new hires is Matt Iannacci, who will be leading its work with MLSE.

Sharethrough names CMO to support expansion push
Ben Skinazi has been tasked with solidifying the exchange’s presence across North America and Europe.

True Media makes two senior hires
The full-service independent media agency adds two senior staffers and takes on new business.

Marina Glogovac hired as president and CEO of Toronto Star
The company has also promoted Neil Oliver to president and CEO of Metroland Media.

Dentsu Canada promotes Stephen Kiely to CEO
The company’s creative lead is stepping into the top executive role as Jeff Greenspoon shifts focus to a global role.

Andy Braunston named chief strategy officer at Wavemaker Canada
This promotion puts Braunston in charge of the agency’s overall strategy and vision.