Chairman & CEO, Digitas

Chairman & CEO, Digitas

Chairman & CEO, Digitas

Kenny is Chairman and CEO of Digitas and is a member of the Publicis Groupe Executive Committee, the P12. He leads the Group's overall digital and interactive strategy. Beginning with his appointment as CEO in 1997, Kenny has led Digitas through a decade of evolution and growth to an industry-leading position in digital and direct marketing services. Prior to Digitas, Kenny was a senior partner in the global strategy consulting firm Bain & Company from 1991 to 1997. He was named to its Policy Committee in 1995 at the age of 33. Prior to his consulting career, Kenny held marketing and strategy positions with General Motors Corporation. Kenny holds a B.S. from the General Motors Institute (Kettering University) and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He is a board member for Teach For America and a director of The Corporate Executive Board.

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David Kenny talks about how America has generated a climate that engenders entrepreneurs—and how it can set the standard around the world.
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David Kenny says promoting women creates an environment for success.
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David Kenny points out the silver linings in a recession.
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David Kenny talks about ways to direct abstract thinkers.
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David Kenny recommends ways to capitalize on pockets of industry growth.
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David Kenny explains the cultural differences that drive advertising in emerging Asian markets.
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David Kenny describes how advertising will become completely individualized.