Havas nabs Wong to head up Greater China

HAVAS MEDIA    CARAT    HR 

Shanghai - Havas Media, a unit of MPG, has appointed Thomas Wong (pictured), former Carat CEO for China as CEO of the agency to lead its key operations in Greater China.

Based in Shanghai, Wong replaces Paul Mcneill who leaves at the end of the month to study International Policy.

Wong will head up Havas Media's offices in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan and reports directly to Vishnu Mohan, CEO for Havas Media Asia Pacific.

"Thomas fits well into our culture as he is also a strong proponent of accountability led communication planning that is rooted in a deep understanding of local cultures and consumer perception," Mohan said.

Wong added, "My immediate priority is to drive operational excellence and map out a growth plan that will be executed within 12 to 18 months."

Wong has 25 years of experience in consumer companies, advertising and media agencies serving client servicing, strategy, business direction and leadership roles.

Prior to Havas Media, he was CEO for Carat China and worked in McCann Erickson and Y&R including regional managing director for North Asia at Rentokil Asia.

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