Neo takes charge of Publicis Singapore

Thomas Neo is to assume the role of CEO of Publicis Singapore, following the retirement of current CEO Mike Stepan at the end of February. Neo, previously MD of the agency, has been at the existing Publicis operation since it commenced in the city. "We know Singaporeans and the attributes of Singapore brands better than anyone else, this is one of our key strengths and we aim to further develop and export our Singapore brands - as we are doing with Osim and CDL," said Neo in a statement.