Nick Swifte and Indy Khabra the latest DAN exits
Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN) veterans, Nick Swifte and Indy Khabra, have exited as CEO Henry Tajer continues to restructure the holding group. Mumbrella understands the roles were made redundant.
Swifte had served in various roles within DAN for almost 22 years, while Khabra has been with the group for five years. Swifte’s most recent role was as head of government solutions, and Khabra was the ANZ managing director at Amnet.
DAN confirmed the departures but did not have a further comment.
when will it end?
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I hope Swifte stays in the industry – his Media Hall Of Fame commentary is outstanding!
You’re unlikely to cut your way to success. And the ‘deadwood’ rationale is already ‘lost limbs’.
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SiRy left one hell of a mess. Henry is doing what has to be done, it’s not pleasant work but will hopefully set DAN up for success down the track.
Great talent and a big loss to DAN
There aren’t going to be any staff or clients left at DAN soon, will they be the first large group to exit oz?
Swiftey is one of the greats in this business – I sincerely hope he stays on with another agency.
Don’t forget the MD of Columbus – they’ve been able to sweep that one under the rug.
Hey Henry, would you mind updating your media partners with who to talk to and how to navigate the restructure in the immediate term?
Indy is a quality leader and an intelligent operator, he’ll be an asset to wherever ho goes…