BBDO Canada Reorganizes

TORONTO, CANADA, SEPTEMBER 11, 2015 - BBDO announced today that it is restructuring its Canadian operation. BBDO and Proximity will reorganize their capabilities, with BBDO absorbing all digital campaign work and Proximity focusing on its data-intensive CRM and specialist digital platform expertise.

"There was a time when a distinct digital capability was the norm. This is no longer the case. All of our agencies are digital, whether BBDO or Proximity," said Chris Thomas, CEO, BBDO the Americas and Chairman of Proximity. "Under this new structure, Proximity will be able to focus single-mindedly on its well-known ability to deliver data-intensive assignments in the CRM and ECRM area and BBDO will be better suited to service all of our clients integrated needs."

Dom Caruso, President and CEO of BBDO Canada said, "Clients have been telling us they want one team to handle their business problems. This integration of our digital campaign capabilities brings a simplified approach and forms a creative powerhouse to best deliver for our clients."

Under the new structure, Adrian Capobianco will be leaving the agency. Rosie Gentile will lead the new CRM-focused Proximity maximizing her integrated data, digital insights and strategy skills. Dom Caruso will continue to oversee the entire group.

"As we deliver a wide range of digital content to clients across disciplines, this meets a real client need for seamless integration across campaigns as well as enhanced specialization in data and CRM," added Caruso.

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