Publicis Groupe has confirmed the departure of Nick Keenan as CEO of Starcom Australia.
In a statement to Mediaweek, Publicis Groupe ANZ CEO Michael Rebelo said: “After four and a half years, Nick Keenan has departed from his role as CEO of Starcom Australia.
“On behalf of the Groupe in ANZ, I would like to thank Nick for his contributions and wish him all the best for the future.”
Mediaweek understands Starcom is now in the process of searching for a new leader.
Keenan joined Starcom Australia as CEO in March 2020 and before beginning his tenure, spent two years as CEO of Red Rooster. He was also previously commercial director of CrownBet, and following that became CEO of the gaming company’s online lotto betting service, CrownLotto.
In June, Starcom appointed Scott McCaffrey as chief client and growth officer and promoted Jacqui Purcell to national head of planning.
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