Ogilvy appoints James Kinney as Global Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Following the appointment of Jag Dhanji as Global Chief People Office and Devika Bulchandani as CEO of Ogilvy North America, the company has appointed James Kinney as the Global Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and Chief People Officer for North America.
The former Chief Talent Officer at Mother will work with Jag Dhanji and Devika Bulchandani to oversee talent management, recruitment, learning & development, and wellbeing in North America.
In his new role, he will work with the company’s global network to design and develop programs concerning the company’s organisational culture.
“As Global Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer he will partner with leaders across the company’s global network to develop and evolve practices, policies, and programs to ensure Ogilvy has a strong culture of belonging — one that fosters an open environment for everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves,” the company stated.
Commenting on his appointment, James Kinney expressed his willingness to work with the team to actualise the company’s goals.
“My life’s work is centered on propelling people towards their purpose and unlocking doors so they can achieve their full potential. It’s an honor to have a global platform to do just that at Ogilvy. I’m looking forward to partnering with Andy, Devika, Jag, and our people to further ignite allyship at Ogilvy and to inject more creativity into the way people work.”
Justifying the appointment, Andy Main, Global CEO of Ogilvy, noted that James brings with himself the value of passion and a distinct method that will be instrumental to the company.
“James brings with him a passion for people that is contagious and a unique approach to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culture.”
He further noted that James’ background is a reflection of the company’s principles of cultural representation.
“Our success and sustainability as a business will be the direct result of our people as well as our ability to build a culture where the many dimensions of difference are represented and valued at all levels of the company. I’m thrilled to have James bringing his rich expertise to our leadership team.”
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