Ogilvy has named Emma Wilkie as its new Executive Director, Global Creative Excellence. Known for elevating the Gunn Report into a global benchmark for creative achievement, Emma will now support Ogilvy’s creative teams across the world. She will also join the Worldwide Creative Council and report to Liz Taylor, Ogilvy’s Global Chief Creative Officer.
Throughout her career, Emma has been dedicated to championing outstanding creativity. Her work with the Gunn Report set a new standard for global creative and media excellence, while her efforts in building the Gunn Report Archive provided a valuable resource for educators and industry professionals. More recently, she contributed to the growth of The Immortal Awards, a platform that celebrates groundbreaking creative work.
In her new position, Emma will leverage her extensive expertise to ensure Ogilvy continues to deliver exceptional creative solutions. She will collaborate closely with Liz Taylor and the Worldwide Creative Council to further enhance the agency’s creative impact and reputation.
Liz Taylor, Global Chief Creative Officer at Ogilvy, said:
“Emma’s expertise in identifying and celebrating world-class creativity is unparalleled. Her passion for creative excellence, combined with her understanding of the global industry landscape and her recent experience with the Immortal Awards, makes her an invaluable addition to our team. And as smart and talented as she is, she is also an incredibly lovely human, beloved by so many in this industry, myself included. We are thrilled to welcome her to Ogilvy.”
Wilkie said:
“My passion has always been to celebrate and nurture exceptional creative work, and I see a powerful opportunity to do that at Ogilvy. I’m excited to contribute to the agency’s continued success, bringing the experience I’ve gained through the Gunn Report and most recently with the Immortal Awards. The agency’s commitment to impactful creativity aligns perfectly with my values, and I’m thrilled to join Liz and the global creative team to continue pushing creative boundaries.”
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