WPP

WPP is a leading creative transformation company headquartered in the United Kingdom, recognized as the world's largest advertising holding company by annual revenue. The firm specializes in delivering transformative ideas and outcomes for its clients through a comprehensive range of services that encompass traditional and digital advertising, public relations, and consulting. With a significant portion of its revenue generated from more developed markets, including North America, the UK, and Western Europe, WPP leverages an integrated approach that combines communications, experience, commerce, and technology to meet the evolving needs of its clients globally.

David Mayo

CEO, Bates CHI and Partners

Mark Read

CEO, Board Member and Member of the Executive Committee

Past deals in Public Relations

FGS Global

Acquisition in 2020
FGS Global is a public relations consultancy that provides a range of services aimed at enhancing communication and brand equity for its clients. The firm specializes in crisis and issues management, financial communication, corporate transformation, and digital strategy and design. Additionally, FGS Global offers research and insights to help clients navigate complex business challenges and seize strategic opportunities. The company serves a diverse clientele, including public and private companies, prestigious institutions, and non-profits, assisting boards, C-suites, and senior leaders in addressing reputational and operational challenges effectively in both domestic and international markets.

Thjnk

Acquisition in 2017
Thjnk AG is an independent creative agency group based in Hamburg, Germany, founded in 2012. The agency operates multiple offices in Berlin, Munich, Dusseldorf, Zurich, and New York. Thjnk provides a range of advertising services, focusing on strategic brand positioning and integrated communication concepts. Its diverse client portfolio includes notable brands such as McDonald’s, adidas, GlaxoSmithKline, Haribo, Paulaner, and Audi. Recognized as one of the top three agencies in Germany, Thjnk aims to deliver measurably effective communication solutions that contribute to sustainable business growth.

Cerebra

Acquisition in 2013
Cerebra is Africa’s social business authority. We help corporate clients navigate the challenges and opportunities of the social era of business through our Insights, Advisory, Academy and Agency offerings.

VMLY&R

Acquisition in 2013
At VMLY&R, they are thinkers, dreamers, constructors and builders. They connect what they imagine with the means to get it done. VMLY&R brings a practical, grounded approach to everything they do, demonstrated through a can-do attitude, professional accountability and a collaborative approach to solving challenges. At VMLY&R they value hard work, the human spirit and the idea that if the solution doesn't currently exist, they can create it.

The Glover Park Group

Acquisition in 2011
The Glover Park Group is a strategic communications and government affairs firm based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2001. It operates at the intersection of business, government, media, culture, and technology, offering a comprehensive range of services to help clients effectively communicate their messages and navigate complex challenges. The firm specializes in advocacy, corporate communications, issues and crisis management, legislative affairs, media relations, public affairs, and research services. Its diverse clientele includes non-profit organizations, initiative campaigns, and industry coalitions, all of whom seek the firm's expertise in storytelling, policy shaping, product marketing, and identity transformation.

Dawson Integrated Marketing Communications

Acquisition in 2007
Dawson Integrated Marketing Communications is a marketing communications services group in China.

PBN Holdings

Corporate Round in 2007
PBN Holdings is a international integrated strategic communications consultancy, specializing in Russia, Ukraine and CIS countries. The PBN Company will maintain its independent positioning. Founded in 1983, The PBN Company has offices in Washington DC, London, Moscow, Kyiv and Riga and employs 115 people. The PBN Company serves major multinational companies such as BP, Bristol-Myers-Squibb, Enel, Merrill Lynch, Mittal Steel, Motorola, Telenor, Xerox and Western NIS Fund; and some of the region's top businesses, including Basic Element, Ferrexpo, Renaissance Group, Rolf Group of Companies, Sberbank, UkrEximbank and UMC.

Plano.Trio Comunicacao

Acquisition in 2007
Plano.Trio Comunicacao is a specialist in trade and channel marketing, events, promotions and design, in Brazil. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in São Paulo, with offices in Curitiba and Porto Alegre in a network spanning some of the major markets of Brazil, Plano.Trio employs 350 full time professionals and over 3800 field marketing representatives. Plano.Trio’s clients include Grendene, Nokia, Procter & Gamble, Vivo and Whirlpool.

Grey Group

Acquisition in 2005
Grey Group is a prominent global advertising and marketing organization, recognized as one of the top firms in the industry. Established in 1917, Grey serves a significant portion of the FORTUNE 500 across 96 countries, focusing on creating impactful brand experiences and fostering strong consumer connections. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including advertising, public relations, digital strategy, and media planning, allowing clients to outsource their marketing and communication needs. As part of WPP, Grey continues to innovate and adapt to the evolving landscape of marketing, ensuring its strategies remain effective and relevant.

Quinn Gillespie & Associates

Acquisition in 2003
Quinn Gillespie & Associates is public affairs firm which specialises in strategic consulting, government advocacy and public relations.

Cordiant Communications Group

Acquisition in 2003
CCG is a global creative communications group with over 7,965 employees, including affiliates.

The Marketing & Communication Agency

Acquisition in 2001
The Marketing & Communication Agency is a internal communications consultancy. UK-based MCA, with offices in London, New York and Stockholm, specialises in providing multinational clients with the communications strategies, processes and tools necessary for employees to become ambassadors for their business and their brands. Its clients include British Airways, Cadbury Schweppes, Shell Chemicals, Sony, ntl, Ericsson and Thames Water. The company will merge with WPP’s internal communications specialists Banner McBride with immediate effect.

RLM Finsbury

Acquisition in 2001
RLM Finsbury is a trusted provider of strategic communications in crisis, financial, public affairs, reputation building and digital. Finsbury is a global leader in strategic communications. We are trusted advisers to boards, senior executives and legal counsel of many of the world’s most successful companies, institutions and organizations.

Marketing Perspectives Limited

Acquisition in 2000
Marketing Perspectives Limited is the UK marketing communications agency.

Young & Rubicam

Acquisition in 2000
Young & Rubicam is a prominent advertising agency known for its strategic and creative approaches to branding and promotion. The agency combines analytical insight with innovative concepts, leveraging its extensive BrandAsset® Valuator database to inform its strategies. Under the leadership of CEO David Sable and Global Chief Creative Officer Tony Granger, Young & Rubicam has cultivated a reputation for both intelligence and creativity in the advertising industry. The firm offers a wide range of integrated services, including advertising, database marketing, customer relationship management, public relations, and branding identity consultation. By fostering a collaborative environment that merges analytical and creative thinking, Young & Rubicam has successfully adapted to the evolving landscape of advertising, infusing its network with new talent and fully integrating digital solutions.

BWR PR

Acquisition in 1999
B|W|R has waged innovative campaigns aimed at consumer and business audiences for more than 33 years.

Shire Hall Group

Acquisition in 1999
Shire Hall Group is an independent healthcare communications consultancy.

The Performers Group

Acquisition in 1998
The Performers Group is a privately held healthcare agency that provides communications services for blue-chip clients including Astra, Eli Lilly, SmithKline Beecham and Solvay.
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