Havas Media Netowork Singapore Announces Key Leadership Elevations

Havas Media Network Singapore has announced a series of senior leadership changes designed to accelerate growth, foster innovation, and further strengthen its offering in the market.

Effective immediately, Kenny Yap has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer, Havas Play Singapore. Louise Koh takes on the role of Managing Director, Havas Media Singapore while Deanson Lee has been elevated to Managing Director, Digital. All three leaders will report to Pankaj Nayak, CEO of Havas Media Network Singapore and President, SEA – Havas Media.

In their expanded roles, Kenny will spearhead Havas Play’s strategic growth and presence in Singapore and across Southeast Asia, while Louise and Deanson will focus on strengthening client relationships and driving business growth across both Havas Media and Arena Media.

In addition to these elevations, Russell Lai will be moving on from his role at Havas Media Singapore. As a valued member of the leadership team, Russell has played a pivotal role in guiding the business through a period of transformation and growth.

These promotions reflect our commitment to nurturing talent and building a strong leadership team for the future. Kenny, Deanson, and Louise have been instrumental in our success, demonstrating expertise, vision, and an unwavering drive to push boundaries. I have no doubt that under their leadership, our agencies will continue to thrive and set new benchmarks in the industry. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Russell for his contributions to the agency. His leadership and dedication have been instrumental to our progress, and we wish him the very best for his future endeavours.

Pankaj Nayak

CEO of Havas Media Network Singapore and President of SEA – Havas Media

These leadership transitions mark an exciting new chapter for Havas Media Network Singapore as it continues to evolve, innovate, and deliver meaningful impact in a dynamic market.

About Havas Media Network  

Havas Media Network is the media experience agency. Havas Media Network delivers this brand promise through the Mx System, where meaningful media helps build more meaningful brands. Havas Media Network is part of Havas, one of the world’s largest integrated content, media and communications groups. Havas Media Network also consists of two global media networks: Havas Media and Arena Media. The media experience agencies are home to specialists across 150 countries worldwide, with 73 Villages. Clients include BBC, Canal+, Credit Agricole, Dolce & Gabbana, EDF, Fidelity Investments, Grupo Carso, Hyundai, JDE, Kia, Leroy Merlin, Lidl, PNC Bank, Puma, Reckitt Benckiser, Red Bull, Sanofi, Shell, Telefonica, YUM Brands, among many others. For more information, visit the website or follow Havas Media Network on LinkedIn @Havas Media Network or Instagram @havas_media_network.

About Havas Media Singapore

Havas Media Singapore is part of Havas Media Network, operating in over 140 countries and delivering fully integrated media solutions that span strategy, digital, data consulting, programmatic buying, performance marketing, and more. Under Converged, Havas’ new global vision, we harness the power of data, technology, and creativity through a unified operating system — allowing us to deliver hyper-personalised, high-impact media experiences at scale. Our proprietary Mx (Media Experience) system ensures brands connect with their audiences in the right context, through meaningful media that drives business outcomes. https://sg.havas.com/havas-media/

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