MINI Appoints Beacon/ Leo Burnett Tokyo as Creative Agency

(Tokyo) Beacon/Leo Burnett Tokyo has been appointed by BMW Group Japan as the creative agency for MINI in Japan, effective 1st of July 2013, taking over from incumbent agency Frontage.

BBH London Appointed by C&J Clark International to Global Advertising Account

(London) C&J Clark International, owner of the world's number one 'everyday footwear' brand, has appointed BBH London as its global creative partner after a robust selection process that included 5 other agencies.

C&A Selects Razorfish London as Digital Agency of Record Across Europe

(London) Razorfish London has won a competitive pitch to become C&A's digital agency of record across Europe. C&A, the leading fashion retailer, now has more than 1,500 stores in 20 countries with active e-commerce operations in their top eight markets.

Carre Noir (Paris) Signs a Technological Partnership with BT3 Technologies

(Paris) Après avoir signé un partenariat avec Les Sismo, agence spécialisée en design et innovation, et avec Bio Intelligence Service , leader français en conseil environnemental, Carré Noir annonce un accord avec BT3 Technologies (BT3). Au travers de ce partenariat, Carré Noir renforce sa volonté d’innover dans le cadre d’une démarche éco-conception.

Le Forum d'Avignon Entrusts the "Rencontres Internationales" 6th Edition Organisation to Publicis Events

(Paris) Le Forum d'Avignon, laboratoire d’idées sur les liens entre culture et économie, souhaite mettre la cultureau coeur du politique et des entreprises. Présidé par Nicolas Seydoux, le Forum est soutenu depuis sa création en 2008 par le Ministère de la Culture et de la Communication et par plus de 25 partenaires privés et publics.

Saatchi & Saatchi's Worldwide Digital Creative Director Tom Eslinger to Star at ICEEfest 2013 in Bucharest

(Bucharest) This June, some of the most pioneering admen, digital marketers and entrepreneurs from all over the globe will travel to Bucharest in order to take the stage at ICEEfest (www.iceefest.com), with perhaps the most renowned speaker being Tom Eslinger, the Worldwide Digital Creative Director at Saatchi & Saatchi. Eslinger’s keynote speech has the intriguing title: "Evolve the Species: Make It Mobile".

Leo Burnett Malaysia Offers Malaysian Business Owners an Opportunity to Reach for the Stars Through its FREELB Project

(Kuala Lumpur) Leo Burnett Group Malaysia is offering Malaysian business owners an opportunity to reach for the stars through its FREELB (pronounced Free-LB) project that is launching on 16 May 2013. FREELB encourages companies and businesses to submit their most compelling and creative brief, to win a brand campaign strategized and designed by Leo Burnett Malaysia, a multi-award winning creative agency.

Saatchi & Saatchi New York Host 7x7 festival, Seventh Edition

(New York) Last week Saatchi & Saatchi New York hosted the seventh edition of their popular Ideas festival 7x7 (Seven by Seven). The program, which was an official Creative Week event, was hosted by SSNY CEO Durk Barnhill, and brought together seven extremely talented and diverse presenters.

One of digital content's biggest events of the year returns: the Digitas NewFront

(New York) Digitas Unveils New Partnerships With The Huffington Post and Outrigger Media

Digitas Perspective (US): The New Rules of Content, by Eric Korsh, VP/Group Director, Brand Content

(Boston) Digitas' Eric Korsh, VP/Group Director, Brand Content, explains the new emphasis on technology and data in the creation process, delivery, and consumption of content.

Susan Johnson Appointed WWAD at PHCG; New Global Development Team Structure

(United States) Susan Johnson has assumed the role of Worldwide Account Director for Astra Zeneca, replacing Lyn Falconio.

Paulo Andreoli Appointed Chairman of MSLGROUP for Latin America

(Sao Paulo) MSLGROUP, Publicis Groupe’s strategic communications and engagement network, today announced that effective immediately, industry pioneer Paulo Andreoli will become Chairman of its Latin America operations. In this new role, he will be responsible for overseeing agency development across Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

Graham Mills Promoted to Managing Director of Digitas Health NY

(New York) Digitas Health, the largest digitally native brand agency in healthcare, announced today that Graham Mills has been named Managing Director of its New York office.

Saatchi & Saatchi Berlin Appoints Kai Platschke as Managing Director

(Berlin) Saatchi & Saatchi Berlin has a new Managing Director. As of May 1, Kai Platschke, 39, will be taking over the helm at Saatchi & Saatchi Berlin. He succeeds Géza Unbehagen who is due to leave the agency.

Soren H.B Berg New Managing Director for MSLGROUP in Denmark

(Copenhagen) Søren H.B. Berg has been appointed Managing Director for MSLGROUP Denmark as of 6 May. Berg has a solid consultant and communications background and an excellent track record from leading professional service firms.

Luc Mandret Joins Publicis Consultants Net Intelligenz (Paris)

(Paris) Publicis Consultants se renforce en communication digitale, e-reputation ete-influence avec l'arrivée de Luc Mandret en tant que Directeur Conseil adjoint ausein du département Publicis Consultants Net Intelligenz, déjà fort de 35 experts.

Vivaki Country Chair Alex Saber Named to Dubai Executive Media Council

(New York) Alex Saber, Vivaki Chairman of Middle East & North Africa, has been named to the board of the Dubai Executive Media Council. The Dubai Executive Media Council, recently formed by High Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is a committee comprising cross-industry leaders.