Omnicom Media Group Asia Pacific

Hearts & Science APAC has appointed Doris Kuok as Managing Partner, Hong Kong as part of its expansion into the market. In her new role, Doris will oversee operations, strategic direction, financial performance, and client relationships. Doris has over 20 years of industry experience in the beauty, FMCG, finance, insurance, luxury, and travel, hospitality sectors. Her appointment and the recent win of AS Watson’s media mandate in Hong Kong underscore Hearts & Science’s continued growth in the region. Derek Yip, Chief Operating Officer, Omnicom Media Group Hong Kong, said the expansion of Hearts & Science into Hong Kong represents a pivotal moment for Omnicom Media Group as a third agency offering is established. "A dynamic individual with strong business acumen is required to lay the groundwork for Hearts & Science’s success in the market, and we have found that leader in Doris. An ambitious collaborator, Doris moves at pace and inspires others by leading by example," he added. Congratulations, Doris! More on her appointment on MARKETING-INTERACTIVE: https://lnkd.in/gecnSUeT #TransformingExperiences #Leadership

Omnicom Media Group Australia has promoted Marelle Salib to Chief Media Partnerships Officer, replacing Kristiaan Kroon following his elevation to Chief Operating Officer. In her new role, Marelle will oversee Media Partnerships and Trading and Accountability for the Group. She was previously with OMD Australia for 14 years and demonstrated exceptional strength in forging strong media partnerships that have consistently driven remarkable results for the agency’s clients. Meanwhile, Jane Combes succeeds Marelle at OMD Australia as Chief Media Partnerships Officer, and Simon Flaxman will broaden his responsibilities as Chief Commercial Officer to include Content, Research and Data. Marelle joins the OMG Australian Executive Committee, alongside Simon and Chief Product Officer Alex Pacey. Read more on B&T: https://lnkd.in/guEejKPZ #TransformingExperiences #Leadership

Rolling and ready! Our leaders are back on set with another round of filming. Can’t wait for you to see what we have in store. Stay tuned! #TransformingExperiences #ConnectedTV

In case you missed it, here's a recap of Omnicom Media Group and Meta's event titled ‘Content to Commerce — Redefining Social in the Era of GenAI' in Singapore. It was a fruitful afternoon of sharing and learning from our leaders and clients including McDonald's and Porsche Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. The sessions also touched on the impact of Gen AI on content creation, AI-driven social commerce analytics, the roadmap to social commerce excellence, and leveraging influencer content to drive commerce, among other important topics. A huge thanks to everyone involved for making this event a success, and thank you Meta for your enduring partnership. Check out the recap video below ⬇️

PHD and OMD APAC have been ranked #1 and #2 in APAC in the latest RECMA Diagnostics Report, with both achieving the highest quali-points in the region. PHD soared to the top, gaining five spots and leading in Vitality scores, while being rated ‘Dominant’ in New Zealand and ‘High’ in seven key markets. OMD secured #1 in Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, maintaining its #2 APAC position for the third year running—while also holding the global #1 ranking for the ninth consecutive edition. Commenting on these achievements, Tony Harradine, CEO, Omnicom Media Group APAC, said, "These rankings reflect the strength of our talent and capabilities in APAC, powered by the Omni open operating system. OMG's Agency as a Platform proposition fuels growth and competitive advantage for our clients and our business, allowing us to remain ahead of the curve in this evolving landscape." Read more on Marketing Magazine Asia: https://lnkd.in/gEet29eh #TransformingExperiences RECMA - Research company

🥳 Omnicom Media Group agencies PHD and OMD APAC have scored A- in Campaign Asia-Pacific's latest Agency Report Card! Congratulations to everyone who made this achievement possible. 2024 was a year of high visibility for OMD APAC, which won Campaign Asia's Media Network of the Year and topped Cannes Lions’ global Media Network rankings with eight wins, cementing the agency network's reputation as a regional heavyweight. Meanwhile, one of PHD's most visible strengths in 2024 has been its ability to retain and grow its existing business. As a result, PHD held the top spot in Campaign Red’s final APAC media league of the year based on COMvergence data with $1.2 billion in new business billings. Commenting on the scores, Tony Harradine, CEO, OMG APAC, said, “Transformation and innovation at OMG never stop, and the scores prove that we have the right recipe to succeed. Thank you to our talented employees for their dedication and tenacity in helping OMG and our clients grow in this increasingly dynamic marketplace. We remain committed to leveraging OMG’s Agency as a Platform model to deliver innovative media solutions that drive growth for our clients and our business.” Read the full reports below ⬇️ OMD: https://lnkd.in/gYMdExDB PHD: https://lnkd.in/gdMPfFKu #TransformingExperiences #AgencyReportCard

In an interview with afaqs!, Jigar Rambhia, head of Fuse India, shares the agency’s vision, client wins, and plans for establishing a presence in India’s expanding sports marketing sector. As more consumers pursue various sporting experiences beyond the traditional staples, Jigar says brands have the chance to establish themselves as early adopters in these emerging areas and build deeper, more meaningful connections with highly engaged audiences. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gASaBYpD #TransformingExperiences #SportsMarketing

Ramadan in Indonesia is a cultural phenomenon that reshapes consumer behaviour, digital engagement, and brand storytelling. Rohan Mahajan, COO — Media and Creative Services, Omnicom Media Group Indonesia and our client PT. Indosat Tbk share how key values like family and togetherness shape brand messaging during Ramadan, the type of content that performs best during this period, and ways to ensure Ramadan campaigns resonate with cultural and religious sensitivities. Read more on MARKETING-INTERACTIVE: https://lnkd.in/gtmJaZ9T #TransformingExperiences

🎉 Congratulations Rochelle Chhaya (CEO of Hearts & Science APAC and Omnicom Media Group Thailand) on being selected as a judge for the Empowered Women Awards 2025! Organised by MARKETECH APAC, the awards are dedicated to elevating women in marketing and tech and empowering innovation. As a jury member, Rochelle will play a vital role in recognising the women trailblazers and innovators shaping the marketing and tech industries. Thank you for the opportunity! #TransformingExperiences #Awards