CEO of McCann Ben Lilley to step down
McCann Australia’s chairman and CEO Ben Lilley is stepping down at the end of March and relocating to France with his family.
Lilley joined McCann Australia as chairman and CEO in 2011 and became the creative leadership chair for Asia Pacific in 2016.
Lilley joined McCann in 2011
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Congratulations, what an amazing stint. You will be missed.
I’ve never worked directly with Ben – in fact we’ve competed against him, but I have always admired his unique ability to build teams and brands – and carry concepts to market. In an industry where leaders often lack vision or are pressured to largely focus on short term financial performance Ben’s creative nouse and professionalism has been refreshing. I look forward to not competing against him. Somebody open the bubbles!
I’ve known Ben for twenty years now and what he’s achieved on those two decades is remarkable. SMART was a great independent agency, the merger with McCann was a masterpiece. The amazing turnaround of that once lacklustre shop nothing short of a miracle. He’s worked hard and smart for what he’s got and deserves a well earned break with his family. Time to smell the roses, mate. Well done and take your time! DPL.
Great news Ben and family and so very well deserved, after all the hard work and sacrifices made over the years.
gee, that was a long earn out
good luck to you Ben. Job Well Done
Hi Ben,
Thanks for letting us start Naked in your office all those years ago! Fantastic to hear you’re doing something nice best of luck with the adventure. Very well deserved.
Few people know as much about the Australian advertising business as Ben does. These are big (tangerine) shoes to fill. Enjoy the break.