Yumi Prentice has been appointed president and managing partner of independent creative ad agency David&Goliath (D&G), reporting directly to founder and chairman David Angelo. Prentice officially starts her new role on September 5, replacing D&G president Brian Dunbar who left the shop in June to pursue his own venture.
With expertise in global, integrated and digital marketing, Prentice will be responsible for introducing new modes of collaboration that facilitate agency growth and digital integration. Prior to joining D&G, Prentice was founder/principal at Silicon Valley-based Manila Envelope Consulting, helping start-up and Fortune 500 leaders at critical inflection points define their organizations’ brand, messaging and go-to-market strategies. Before that, Prentice spent over four years as SVP, managing director at T3’s San Francisco office, and held senior roles at WPP agencies including Grey San Francisco and JWT Asia (Bangkok and Singapore). Over the course of her career, she has led geographically and functionally matrixed agency collaborations and has overseen global, regional and national initiatives for clients such as Hotwire, Microsoft, Nokia, Charles Schwab and Unilever. Having lived and worked in three continents, Prentice has made a life of connecting with people from all corners of the world, and a career of helping brands do the same.
“As we continue our quest towards being a fully integrated purpose-driven agency, we wanted to find someone who embodies purpose-driven values and is highly proficient in digital and CRM strategies. Yumi’s extensive integrated marketing experience, consulting expertise and entrepreneurial mindset make her the perfect person to help take our agency to the next level,” said Angelo.
Prentice related, “I’m thrilled to be working with an agency that lives and breathes its Brave philosophy and purpose-driven culture 24/7. This mindset redefines what ‘great work’ is–work that makes a material difference to the brands, businesses and people that touch it. In many ways, it feels like I’ve finally come home.”
D&G's current clients include Kia Motors, California Lottery, Jack in the Box, New Amsterdam Vodka, popchips, VIZIO, Universal Studios Hollywood, Homeboy Industries, Covenant House and IAVA (Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America)
“Dune: Part Two” and “House of the Dragon” Win 2 HPA Awards Apiece
Dune: Part Two and House of the Dragon each scored two HPA Awards during a gala ceremony at the Television Academy’s Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, Calif. on Thursday night (11/7). The HPA Awards honor trailblazing talent in the postproduction industry, celebrating standout achievements in color grading, sound, editing, restoration, and visual effects across theatrical features, commercials, and episodics.
Dune: Part Two topped the Outstanding Color Grading--Live Action Theatrical Feature and the Outstanding Sound--Theatrical Feature categories.
House of the Dragon’s two wins were for “The Red Dragon and the Gold” episode which scored for Outstanding Visual Effects--Live Action Episode or Series Season, and Outstanding Editing--Episode or Non-Theatrical Feature (Over 30 Minutes). In the latter HPA Creative Category, House of the Dragon tied with the “Part Six: Far,l Far Away” episode of Ahsoka.
The HPA’s Judges Award for Creativity and Innovation honored Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour. This recognition celebrates the profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment that defined The Eras Tour, underscoring its exceptional impact on audiences and the industry. The jury issued a statement outlining their choice: “Celebrated as the cultural phenomenon of 2023, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour set new records in box office sales, tour revenues, and attendance. The tour showcased exceptional artistry and innovation, making a profound impact on both live and filmed entertainment.”
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