Holly Ripper appointed CEO at Havas London

Prior to this, Holly Ripper was with BBH for over 9 years

by e4m Desk
Published: Feb 18, 2025 11:58 AM | 2 min read

Holly Ripper has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Havas London.

Holly Ripper also announced her new role on LinkedIn. “Well, this is exciting. I am thrilled to be joining Havas London and the creative might of Vix, Catherine, Matt and Zo. I cannot wait to work together to build the next chapter of this modern and ambitious business”, she stated in her LinkedIn post.

Prior to this, Holly Ripper was with BBH for over 9 years. She last held the role of Managing Director at the company.

“To my talented friends and partners at BBH, and especially Karen Martin, I'm so grateful for ten years of the highest creative standards and for all the mad adventures”, she mentioned in her LinkedIn post.

Donna Murphy, Global CEO, Havas Creative Network and Havas Health Network, said, "I am thrilled to welcome Holly as CEO. There’s an energy, confidence and momentum running through Havas London, driven brilliantly by Vicki, Catherine, Matt and Lorenzo, and her appointment completes what is an outstanding line-up"

“Havas is a melting pot of great talent, diverse expertise, ambitious clients and an infectious entrepreneurial energy. To echo Vicki’s decree at the start of the year, 'This is no time for mealy-mouthed platitudes or playing it safe'. Havas London is perfectly positioned to become a little bit dangerous, and that is very enticing", said Holly Ripper.

In her previous stints, Holly Ripper has worked with Green Cave People, Ogilvy & Mather, Euro RSCG, among others.