Justin Graham to step down as CEO of M+C Saatchi Group - APAC

Dani Bassil has been appointed as CEO of M+C Saatchi Group AUNZ

by e4m Desk
Published: May 30, 2025 11:37 AM | 2 min read

Justin Graham will step down as CEO of M+C Saatchi Group - APAC after a 12-year stint with the company. He will step down from his role as CEO of M+C Saatchi Group APAC at the end of this year, the company announced this transition through a LinkedIn post.

Meanwhile, Dani Bassil has been appointed as CEO of M+C Saatchi Group AUNZ.

“Justin will remain in his role until November and continue to support the business through the transition – including welcoming a bold new local leader. From joining as Chief Strategy Officer in 2013 to leading our Australian and regional business, Justin has helped shape the creative culture, client relationships and industry leadership that define M+C Saatchi today. His impact spans everything from nation-building work for Tourism Australia, to award-winning innovation with Clever Buoy for Optus and driving brand strength for CommBank”, the LinkedIn post read.

“We’re excited to announce Dani Bassil as the incoming CEO of M+C Saatchi Group ANZ, starting in August. Dani brings deep experience across brand, digital, media and consulting, with a career spanning Clemenger BBDO, Digitas UK, and some of the world’s most respected agencies”, the post added.

The appointment marks a new chapter for our Group in Australia and New Zealand – one that reflects the scale, ambition, and integrated offering we’re building across Advertising, Consulting, and Passions & PR.