More changes at Clemenger Group as CEO Les Timar steps down

June 17, 2025 1:44

The chief executive officer of Clemenger Group, Les Timar, has announced he will step down at the end of the month after 27 years with the company.

Timar first joined Clemenger Group in 1998 when it acquired a majority stake in his company GRACosway. He was appointed to the CEO role in 2021, and worked to “enhance” the group’s capabilities and client offering.

Clemenger Group’s agencies include Clemenger BBDO, Colenso BBDO, Porter Novelli, and Redhanded, among others.

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Lauren McNamara

Lauren McNamara is a freelance journalist. She previously spent three years at Mumbrella, most recently as the associate editor. She left her staff role in August 2025.