Ann Nurock who has served as CEO of Grey Africa since 2004 has been appointed President and CEO of its Grey Canada operations. The agency will name a successor in the near future.
Carolyn Carter, CEO and president of Grey Group Europe, Africa and Middle East said at the announcement in Johannesburg today, “Ann has led Grey South Africa through a dynamic resurgence, compiling a superlative record of growth and creative success. Together with her talented management team, she has created a jewel in the Grey EMEA crown. Her appointment is well deserved and she remains a tremendous asset to our network.’
Dr Bongani Aug Khumalo, chairman of Grey Group Africa added, “This is a great acknowledgement of South African talent and the excellent leadership that Ann has displayed.’
During the past four years, Grey South Africa has doubled in size; ranked as the most creatively awarded agency in the Grey network and the sixth most creative agency in South Africa (Finweek); as well as consistently rated as a finalist for Agency of the Year (Finweek AdReview and Financial Mail AdFocus)
The agency’s new business performance has included such high profile wins as brandhouse – Heineken and Amstel, Emirates Africa, Heineken Central Africa (all brands), Spitz, Abalengani Holdings and Khulisa (pro-bono).
Ann Nurock said, “The foundation is in place for Grey South Africa to move to the next level of its growth and development. It is an exciting time at Grey and the right time for me to take on new challenges.’
Jim Heekin, chairman and CEO of Grey Group, said, “Ann will bring the same energy and innovation to her new post at Grey. She is a champion of powerful ideas that accelerate brands and has forged highly successful client partnerships. I know she, and her accomplished team, will deliver the finest resources to our clients across Canada.’
