Mirum’s latest step towards growing regional leadership across its global network is the appointment of Frederic Bonn as chief creative officer for North America. In his new role, Bonn will be tasked with delivering transformative ideas for clients while also leveraging Mirum’s entrepreneurial roots to foster a unified creative culture across the region. He will report to Dan Khabie, Mirum Global and North America CEO.
Bonn transitions to Mirum from his role as executive creative director at sister agency J. Walter Thompson New York, where he has been overseeing digital creative across numerous client categories, including retail, healthcare and CPG brands. At Mirum he will continue to work closely with J. Walter Thompson’s offices and clients in the region.
Prior to joining J. Walter Thompson, Bonn was the executive creative director of Razorfish New York, managing the creative department across all agency clients. Bonn came to Razorfish from Ogilvy Interactive in Paris, where he led the creative department and oversaw global campaigns and digital strategy for clients such as Louis Vuitton and Hennessy. He began his digital adventure in 1997 by opening the Interactive Bureau in Paris, following an early career in publication design.
Throughout his career, Bonn has worked with high-profile clients to create innovative projects such as the Louis Vuitton Journeys global campaign, the Mercedes-Benz Tweet Race and Smart Car’s social program. His work has been recognized many times over with awards from The One Show, The CLIOs, The Webby Awards, Effie Awards, Art Directors Club and London International Awards. He has served as a judge at leading creative award shows such as the Cannes Lions, the Art Directors Club and London International Awards. He also serves on the board of the global Art Directors Club.
In his new role, Bonn will partner with Daiga Atvara, chief design officer, and the Mirum executive committee.
Mirum is a global agency that is a part of the J. Walter Thompson Company and WPP family.
The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
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