DDB Shanghai names three new ECDs

DDB has named three new executive directors in Shanghai, promoting Zheng Li from group creative director and appointing Adams Fan and Don Huang with immediate effect. Li joined the agency last April as group creative director from Havas Shanghai with his almost two decades of experience in the industry.Fan is an award-winning creative talent who has been on the jury panel at China Advertising Festival for a number of years. His work has gained recognition at Cannes Lions, Clio and the One Show; Huang joined the industry in 2000 and has diversified work experience that enables him a deep understanding of consumers and culture differences between Northern China and Southern China. His versatility includes a great knowledge in integrated offering, helping clients deliver strong creative campaigns that drive results. “Local creative talents have been a remarkable force in the industry and these three talents are among the best in China. Their in-depth experience and strategic thinking enable them to nurture our young talents to world-class level, ” says Tim Cheng, chief creative officer of DDB Group Shanghai.“Following DDB’s unwavering commitment of making a difference to society, we will continue to invest in growing China's creative talents and these focus has also won trust from clients.”