Arrastia promoted to MD, Leo Burnett Manila

MANILA - Leo Burnett has promoted Raymond Arrastia to managing director of its Philippines office, replacing March Mentosa, who departed last year.

Arrastia joined Leo Burnett Manila in 2001 and was most recently deputy managing director of the office.  In his new role Arrastria will oversee the operations of Leo Burnett, Arc Worldwide and Blackpencil, a local Leo Burnett network focusing on retail.

Leo Burnett Manila handles clients such as Procter & Gamble, General Motors, McDonald’s and Petron.  Said Leo Burnett Manila CEO Michael Constantine: “Raymond is a fine example of the professionalism, dedication and hardworking ethos which we respect within the Leo Burnett world. He is cool under pressure; frank and fair in his dealings with others; open and approachable.”