Hello. I’m an experienced creative thinker (ECD/CCO) and the founding, creative partner of iris Worldwide. iris was/is a creatively driven agency, that delivers a multitude of fully integrated specialisms for clients. For 17 years I was responsible for the creative work, vision and talent, across a global network of 14 offices. During that time I helped build the business from 2 people to over 1000, across 5 continents with annual billings of $100m (2016). As well as building an agency, I’ve developed numerous integrated, cross category campaigns across a wide range business sectors. Brands include Jeep, Diageo, adidas, Coca-Cola, Samsung, Heineken, Sony, Reckitt Benckiser, IHG, Reebok, Lamborghini and Saks Fifth Avenue. I’ve worked with some amazing people along the way, which has enabled me to win creative and marketing awards across the globe (Cannes lions, One Show, D&AD, Effie, ExWards, Clio and Super Clio).We sold iris to Cheil in 2014. After a very amicable sale, earn out (and non-compete), I decided to leave the organization in 2016 to travel the world and spend more time with my family. When I’m not doing that, I work with interesting people and brands to create effective work, that makes a difference.
Listed skills include Creative Direction, Creative Development, Creative Strategy, Concept Development, and 19 others.