Hardwick departs Publicis network

Former Publicis China CEO and Shanghai managing director Neil Hardwick has quit the Publicis Groupe network after a 22 year career.

Hardwick, who stepped down from the China role in June, was tipped to take up a new position within the network, but it's believed the network was unable to offer him a suitable position. While declining to comment on his departure and future plans, Hardwick confirmed he would take a break from the industry.

"There's nothing that I feel able to say at this time. I have resigned and I am taking a break."