KUALA LUMPUR: McCann Kuala Lumpur has announced the appointment of Tan Kien Eng (pic) as executive chairman, effective December 2024.
With an outstanding track record in the Malaysian advertising industry, Tan brings over three decades of experience in leadership roles across major global agencies.
His appointment marks a significant milestone in McCann Kuala Lumpur’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its leadership team and expanding its business portfolio in the region.
Tan’s extensive career includes serving as the Group CEO of Publicis Groupe, Group CEO Dentsu Malaysia and CEO of Leo Burnett Malaysia and Singapore where he led the agency to new heights, driving growth, delivering award-winning campaigns for a wide range of clients and establishing it as a market leader.
His deep expertise in both creative and strategic business leadership has earned him a reputation as one of the most influential figures in the Malaysian creative industry.
In his new role at McCann Kuala Lumpur, Tan will leverage his vast experience to enhance the agency’s capabilities and strengthen its position in the highly competitive advertising landscape.
His focus will be on driving innovation, spearheading new business initiatives, and fostering deeper client relationships to deliver impactful, creative solutions.
“I am excited to join McCann Kuala Lumpur at a time of transformation and growth for the agency – especially developing strategic partnerships and new commercial ventures.
“McCann has an exceptional legacy of creating world-class work, and I look forward to contributing to its future success. Together with the talented team here, I believe we can push the boundaries even further,” Tan noted.
The addition of Tan to the leadership team underscores the agency’s commitment to driving innovation and delivering outstanding results for its clients across diverse industries.
“We are thrilled to welcome Tan as our chairman. He lends much-needed firepower and his vision will be instrumental as we continue to evolve the agency for long-term success. Tan’s expertise and industry recognition will add immense value to McCann and our clients alike,” said Sean Sim, CEO of McCann Kuala Lumpur.
Tan’s appointment signals an exciting new chapter for McCann Kuala Lumpur as the agency continues to grow and innovate for a sustainable future.
McCann Kuala Lumpur is part of the McCann Worldgroup, one of the world’s leading advertising and marketing communications agencies.
Known for its creative excellence and strategic approach, McCann Kuala Lumpur delivers innovative campaigns that connect brands with audiences and drive business success.
