Skinner joins Initiative Hong Kong

HONG KONG - Former ZenithOptimedia Hong Kong managing director Chris Skinner has been appointed to run Initiative's Hong Kong operation in the newly-created position of managing partner.

Skinner, who will report to Initiative Asia-Pacific chief operating officer King Lai, stepped down from his role at Zenith in September last year.

According to Lai, Skinner will be responsible for business development, and overall client management in both Hong Kong, in conjunction with some clients in China. Prior to joining Zenith, Skinner spent a five-year stint in the city with OMD.