Laura Maness Steps Down as Global CEO of Grey Amid Industry Transformation

Laura Maness Departs as Global CEO of Grey In a significant change in the advertising industry, Laura Maness has stepped down from her position as Global CEO of Grey Group. The announcement, made public on June 24, marks the end of a nearly two-year tenure that saw Maness at the helm of one of the world’s most renowned creative agencies. Grey, part of the WPP advertising conglomerate, confirmed the leadership transition but did not immediately name a successor. While the exact reasons behind Maness’s departure were not specified, the company thanked her for her contributions and wished her well in future endeavors. Sources close to the situation suggest the move comes amid an ongoing transformation at Grey and WPP, as the groups adapt to rapid marketplace changes and evolving client needs. Maness, known for championing creativity and inclusion, joined Grey in September 2022, bringing with her experience from roles at Havas and FCB. According to the article, after Maness’s exit, Grey’s management will be overseen by an interim leadership team while a search for a new global CEO is conducted. Maness established herself as a trailblazer, being Grey’s first female Global CEO. In her tenure, she emphasized a people-first philosophy and drove initiatives focused on equity, innovation, and modernization within the agency. As the advertising landscape continues to navigate technological disruption and shifting client demands, Grey’s next leader will be tasked with steering the company through this era of change while ensuring sustained creative excellence. Team V.INO-LNK