MediaCom Japan names new managing director

MediaCom Japan has appointed Linda Lee as managing director. Lee is taking over from Hemen Desai who has returned to his native India. With over 25 years of industry experience, Lee joins from Mindshare Japan.Mark Heap, CEO MediaCom APAC said: “MediaCom Japan had their best year in 2015. For personal reasons, Hemen Desai has decided to return to India. I’d like to thank him for his leadership and contribution and would like to also wish him every success in the future. Now it’s time for a new chapter for MediaCom Japan and with Lee, we have someone with a fabulous reputation for being able to nurture talent, deliver world class work and gain the confidence of senior clients.”During her stewardship of MindShare Japan, Lee enjoyed considerable success, winning new clients like Nike, Facebook and Dyson, as well as overseeing a portfolio including LVMH, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover and Lufthansa.Lee’s tenure with MediaCom is effective from March 2016.