In Memoriam: Remembering Y&R, AKQA Media, Ikon, and Badjar Ogilvy

Flicking through today’s Australian Financial Review, a tear appeared on Dr Mumbo’s right cheek as WPP advertised its planned deed of revocation for legacy brands Young & Rubicam Group, AKQA Media, Ikon Communications, Badjar Ogilvy, and more.

While the brands have been consolidated and retired for some time now, or in the case of others, just recently, Dr Mumbo feels sorrow that as of 1 January 2023, the names of iconic brands will fade into the darkness.