– UK, London – WPP (LON: WPP / NYSE: WPP) today announced the appointment of Philip Jansen to its Board as a Non-Executive Director and Chair-designate on 16 September 2024, to succeed Roberto Quarta as Non-Executive Chair from 1 January 2025.
Angela Ahrendts, Senior Independent Director, said: “Philip brings a valuable blend of experience, from leading technology and consumer goods companies to transforming large, complex organisations and creating significant value for shareholders. As a former marketer he understands our business, its clients and the opportunities ahead of us. We are delighted he is joining WPP.”
About Philip Jansen
Philip Jansen was Chief Executive of BT Group from 2019 to February 2024. Before that, he was CEO of Worldpay, the technology-led global payments services group. Previous roles include CEO and then Chairman of Brakes Group, and a variety of senior positions in Sodexo Group.
Philip Jansen began his career at Procter & Gamble, going on to hold marketing director roles at Dunlop Slazenger and Telewest before moving into general management first at Telewest and then MyTravel. He was a non-executive director of Travis Perkins for four years.
Philip Jansen led Worldpay through the UK’s largest ever fintech IPO, having overhauled its technology infrastructure and invested in areas such as data analytics and cyber security. He also led the merger with US counterpart Vantiv to create Worldpay Inc., the world’s largest industry player, handling payments across 146 countries. At BT Group, the global provider of telecommunications and related digital services, he oversaw the strategy to modernize, future-proof, and simplify the business.
Philip Jansen said: “Technology is changing the face of commerce, media and communications, and I am very excited to join a company at the forefront of this change. I look forward to working with my fellow board members and supporting Mark and his leadership team as they continue to transform WPP for the future.”
About WPP
WPP is a creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.
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