Advertising heavyweight Dentsu International appoints Nnenna Ilomechina as its new Chief Operating Officer
In a significant move, Dentsu International has appointed Nnenna Ilomechina as its new Global Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective from May. Ilomechina joins the company with a wealth of experience in operational management and strategic planning, having previously served as the Managing Director and Partner at Accenture Strategy.
Ilomechina's role at Dentsu involves overseeing the company’s global operations to drive efficiency, innovation, and growth across its diverse markets. Her objectives focus on enhancing operational excellence, fostering collaboration between different regions and business units, and supporting the company’s strategic priorities to strengthen its position as a leader in the global marketing and communications industry.
Ilomechina's responsibilities at Dentsu include operationally uniting the company’s capabilities across its three service lines: media, creative, and CXM. She aims to leverage her extensive experience to streamline processes, improve client service, and accelerate the company’s transformation initiatives following her appointment.
Ilomechina will work closely with Dentsu's global CEO, Wendy Clark, and the international leadership team to drive and support profitable growth for the business globally. However, the specific start or end date of her tenure at Dentsu has not been disclosed.
Ilomechina's appointment at Dentsu does not involve any direct reference to the retirement of the outgoing Global COO, Neil Gissler. Gissler, who has been instrumental in shaping Dentsu's growth, is retiring from his position at the end of this year.
Ilomechina's career highlights at Accenture Strategy include heading the communications, media and high tech (CMT) strategy practice for the U.K. and Ireland since 2016. Her successful leadership in this role is expected to bring valuable insights and expertise to Dentsu.
While the specific challenges and objectives that Ilomechina will be facing in her role at Dentsu have not been detailed, her appointment is seen as a strategic move to further strengthen the company's operational capabilities and strategic direction.
- Under the leadership of Wendy Clark, Nnenna Ilomechina will work collaboratively with the international leadership team to foster growth for Dentsu's business across various global markets.
- As the new Global COO of Dentsu International, Nnenna Ilomechina's primary objective is to enhance operational excellence, drive innovation, and grow the business by streamlining processes and supporting strategic priorities.
