Ogilvy names Ann Garreaud as Global CFO

Ogilvy has appointed Ann Garreaud as its new Global Chief Financial Officer. Garreaud is said to oversee all financial and commercial operations across Ogilvy’s international network and will join WPP’s finance leadership team. 

Garreaud's career with more than two decades of experience includes leading financial and commercial operations for the company’s Global Client Practice, global CFO roles within Publicis Health and Publicis Worldwide.

Devika Bulchandani, Global CEO of Ogilvy, stated, “Ann is an exceptional strategic leader, relentlessly focused on delivering client value and driving sustained growth. Her experience transforming financial and commercial operations by putting clients at the heart will bring fresh perspectives and innovative thinking to our team, reinforcing Ogilvy's commitment to strengthening our commercial strategy and enhancing our global client partnerships.”

Garreaud, on her new role commented, "I am incredibly excited and honored to join Ogilvy, a company I have long admired for its iconic brand and exceptional ability to use creativity as a business driver. Contributing to Ogilvy's next phase of growth with this talented global team is truly energizing. I am committed to leveraging my experience to ensure we continue delivering exceptional value and innovative solutions for our clients worldwide.

Garreaud succeeded Stacey Ryan-Cornelius, who was recently named Global Chief Financial Officer at Burson. Bulchandani acknowledged her predecessor, saying, "I want to personally thank Stacey for her invaluable partnership and countless contributions over the past two decades, especially her five years as our CFO. She has been a fearless champion of our people and culture, ensuring Ogilvy remains a beacon within WPP and the industry. She will forever be a part of Ogilvy’s team.”