What's OMG's new CEO thinking? | Sir Martin's return (?) | McBride departs IPG; new Reprise MD named

Plus: The region's top two Cannes contenders | Starbucks versus Luckin | Coke's first alcoholic drink

View in web browser   Wednesday, 30 May, 2018 What OMG's new APAC CEO is planning Robert Sawatzky Bigger roles for Annalect and Hearts & Science ahead, along with more consultancy-type work and more attention to local clients to grow business.   Sir Martin Sorrell set to reignite career with stock market return Oliver McAteer The former WPP CEO is thought to be gearing up to acquire a new company which he will turn into a new marketing group.   Mediabrands names APAC MD for Reprise; McBride to depart Matthew Miller Scott McBride set to depart IPG Mediabrands as Ben Poole returns to APAC after 2.5 years with MEC in the UK.     Cannes contenders: 'Palau pledge' by Host/Havas Staff Reporters By far the top contender from the region this year, this campaign turned passport stamps for the small island nation into a pledge to protect it.   Cannes contenders: 'Hot & spicy' by Ogilvy & Mather Hong Kong Staff Reporters This campaign for KFC pointed out a striking visual similarity.   See all 50+ Cannes contenders APAC leaders make their metal predictions.   Coke positions its first alcoholic drink as lemon sour for picky people David Blecken Can chu-hi in a can be high class? Lemondo thinks it can.   Should Starbucks worry about Luckin in China? Jerry Clode The upstart in this 'blue versus green' battle for mug-share has some interesting differentiators, from pricing strategy to experience and a focus on the workplace.   Editor's Picks Briefs: WE Red Bridge, Cred Communications, Sinclair, more Keep up with people moves and business wins as they happen in our frequently updated digest.   Photos: Hong Kong PR Young Lions competition Staff Reporters The Council of Public Relations Firms of Hong Kong held its first ever Young Lions competition recently.   UK data agency Mezzo Labs opens in Hong Kong Staff Reporters Mezzo Labs claims it fills a gap in the market.   Organisation calls on women to wear black at Cannes Lions Nicola Kemp "We will wear black during Cannes as a statement of solidarity and safety for those who attend."   Events Women Leading Change Awards & Conference May 31, 2018 Google Singapore   Event Marketing Awards Jun 6, 2018 Hong Kong

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