Ogilvy’s Richard Brett expands remit as Emily Poon departs

July 2, 2025 9:46

Ogilvy PR and Ogilvy Health’s local CEO, Richard Brett, has expanded his remit, taking on the role of president for Ogilvy PR Asia Pacific.

He assumes the role from Emily Poon, who is stepping away after 17 years with the agency to “pursue new ventures”. She had spent the past five years as president.

Brett first joined Ogilvy PR ANZ in 2013, and was appointed to the CEO role in 2018. In 2021, he took on the additional leadership of Ogilvy Health Australia.

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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.