Less M&A, more CX. Campaign Asia speaks with Havas’ global and regional leads about how the network is reshaping its business with CX at the core, avoiding the temptation of scale, and its plans in APAC.
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Havas’ global leaders on smart acquisitions, serious CX, and scaling with intent
Havas and Moonfolks form media alliance in Indonesia
EXCLUSIVE: Moonfolks, formerly M&C Saatchi Indonesia, enters an alliance with Havas to fill its missing media capability with the aim of creating a full-service agency with end-to-end solutions.
Havas launches Havas Red Japan, expands capabilities under merged media model
Led by managing director Masashi Kitaichi, the agency will focus on PR, social media, and experiential marketing to deliver tailored solutions for local and global clients.
Havas appoints Joji Jacob as regional chief creative officer for Southeast and North Asia
The industry stalwart will continue on in his current capacity as creative partner at BLKJ Havas Singapore, whilst focusing on leading the wider creative direction for Havas in the region.
The future truly lies in Asia: Havas' Rana Barua
Campaign speaks to Rana Barua, Havas' group CEO for Southeast and North Asia, on his expanded role beyond India, exploring the potential for strategic alliances in APAC, and why AI is now an inevitable part of life.
Havas elevates Rana Barua to group CEO of Havas India, Southeast and North Asia
Meanwhile, Alberto Canteli will continue as chairman and CEO of Havas Nordics, Benelux, Central and Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
Havas launches Cake in India
Rosie Holden, chief executive officer, Cake, Rana Barua, group CEO, Havas Group India, and Alex Groom, executive creative director, Cake, chat with Campaign India about the launch of the sports, entertainment and culture agency.
Havas India scouting for acquisitions in PR, performance marketing, digital and consulting
Rana Barua, group CEO, Havas Group India and Hari Nallan, founder and CEO, Think Design, also speak about how their union has strengthened the network's position in the industry.
Paris Olympics 2024: Brand lessons from Tokyo
What can brands can do in the lead-up to Paris Olympics 2024? And will the successful Indian athletes from the Tokyo edition land more endorsement deals? Experts weigh in
Cannes or cannot? Indian adland split on Cannes 2021 attendance
Some ad folks believe postponing Cannes Lions 2021 to a later date in the year would have made more sense, while others think it would mess up the schedule
Havas Media India and Southeast Asia CEO to depart
Nayyar will leave in May after 13 years with the group.