AMV BBDO appoints Sam Hawkey as CEO

Still only 34 years old, Hawkey joined Saatchi & Saatchi eight years ago as an account manager. After working on clients including EE, Guinness and Visa, he rose to managing director in 2017, chief operating officer in 2018 and then chief executive last year. 

Hawkey said: “Having once stood outside the AMV offices as an account manager ready for an interview, I got the distinct feeling I was entering the creative pinnacle. Since then, I have watched with a deep respect at their ability to consistently transform businesses and brands with an unwavering belief in the power of creative ideas. Now I get the opportunity to work with Alex and the team to shape, grow and transform one of the most iconic agency brands in the world and I simply can’t wait to get going.”