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Stephanie Gaynor Promoted to Executive Director, Data Strategy at WPP Media
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Stephanie Gaynor has been promoted to Executive Director, Data Strategy at WPP Media, marking an important leadership milestone in her career.
Sharing the announcement, Stephanie described the promotion as a significant personal achievement, noting that it is her first promotion since becoming a full-time working mother.
Her elevation reflects continued contributions across data strategy, marketing transformation, and data-driven decision-making within WPP Media’s evolving global operations.
As organizations continue placing greater emphasis on analytics, AI, audience intelligence, and measurable business outcomes, leadership across data strategy functions is becoming increasingly critical in shaping modern marketing and media operations.
Stephanie’s new role positions her to further support strategic growth initiatives, data-led innovation, and integrated marketing effectiveness across the organization.
Her journey also highlights the growing recognition of leadership pathways that balance career growth alongside personal and family milestones, reflecting broader conversations around workplace inclusion and evolving leadership cultures.
About WPP Media:
WPP Media is the media investment and marketing services division of WPP, delivering integrated media, analytics, data, and transformation solutions for brands across global markets.
About Stephanie Gaynor:
Stephanie Gaynor is a data strategy and marketing transformation leader with experience across analytics, audience intelligence, and data-driven business strategy within the media and advertising industry.