Hearts & Science announces new leadership team after Foundation merger

Nathan Jolly

July 23, 2024 9:26

Omnicom Media Group’s Hearts & Science has announced its new leadership team for the Australian market, with three senior promotions.

This comes after last month’s merger with Foundation, which saw the two Omnicom entities merged, and Liz Wigmore made managing director of the combined agency.

Louis Mayne has been promoted to chief investment officer, Kim Dolengowski will move to chief strategy officer, and Ashley Wong has been named chief digital and innovation officer.

Peter Skarparis and Kylie Pascoe will continue in their general manager roles in Sydney and Melbourne, respectively.

Liz Wigmore, Hearts & Science MD for Australia, commented: “I am so excited to announce the promotions of Kim, Louis and Ash as part of the new Hearts leadership team for Australia.

“Louis leads with a standout combination of transparency, intelligence, and empathy, which our partners and people trust and respect. Kim’s experience in integrated strategy, brand transformation, and her ability to solve complex business challenges through an empathetic lens makes her a natural fit.

“And finally, Ash brings an ability to co-create effective and technically brilliant solutions for clients, all in his trademark approachable style.

“It’s a powerhouse of talent that are incredible leaders in their craft. It signals to the market a significant and exciting era for Hearts Australia; one where our clients are going to see and feel a positive impact, as well as our people at the agency.

“I am excited to work alongside CEO ANZ Jane Stanley in this new agency era and can’t wait for what Hearts & Science will achieve in the months to come.”