Y&R global boss David Sable: Australia still matters to us, and things will improve for Campaign Palace
Young & Rubican’s new global CEO David Sable has told Mumbrella that although he’s an American replacing an Aussie, the company’s Australian operation will remain a key part of his focus.
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It was announced in February that Hamish McLennan would be relinquishing the global role to return to Australia.
Sable said: “Australians – don’t worry. You’re as important as ever – maybe even more important, maybe I have to overcompensate.”
Sable also accepted that the group’s Australian operation, which includes GPY&R and the troubled Campaign Palace is in a tough position.
Sable said: “It’s a cyclical business. I think they hit a rough patch. We’re focused on it. Keep you eyes on it over the next year. That cycle’s going to change.”
Sable also set a target of 70% local business to 30% globally-aligned clients for his agencies.
If an Australian with an American accent can convince us to bank, I’m sure an American with an American accent will do just fine
I guess David has to be somewhat guarded in his comments, since the rot at Y&R Brands in Australia started on his predecessor’s watch.