Philip Heimann Appointed Global President, Client Growth at WPP

Philip Heimann has been appointed Global President, Client Growth at WPP, taking on a newly created leadership role as the company advances its integrated growth strategy across global operations.

Previously serving as Global Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Ogilvy, Philip has played a key role in driving business development, client engagement, and strategic growth initiatives across the WPP network.

In his new role at WPP, Philip will help lead the company’s broader client growth function while supporting collaboration across creative, media, technology, and transformation capabilities. He will also join WPP’s executive committee as part of the leadership transition.

The move reflects WPP’s continued focus on building a more unified and integrated operating structure under its broader transformation strategy, as holding companies increasingly prioritize connected client leadership, AI-enabled services, and cross-functional growth models.

Over the course of his career, Philip has contributed to growth initiatives for major global brands including Coca-Cola, SC Johnson, Volkswagen, Netflix, Verizon, Audi, Absolut, Kimberly-Clark, Kenvue, and Henkel.

His appointment also highlights the growing importance of centralized growth leadership as global agency networks continue adapting to evolving client expectations, operational integration, and AI-driven transformation across the advertising industry.

About WPP:
WPP is one of the world’s largest advertising, communications, and marketing services organizations, delivering integrated creative, media, data, commerce, and technology solutions for global brands.

About Philip Heimann:
Philip Heimann is a marketing and business growth executive with extensive experience across integrated agency leadership, global client strategy, business development, and enterprise growth operations.