Feeling happy, sad, or somewhere in between? Guided by the newly launched DDB Feels Barometer, our Global Strategy Council is forecasting the emotional undercurrent that will shape the year ahead. Measuring emotions may seem irrational, but most of our decisions are—making this a powerful advantage for brands. Subscribe to the first issue of the DDB Feels newsletter to discover the Feeling of the Year. ✨ #FeelingOfTheYear #DDBFeels #FeelsBarometer #EmotionalPower
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At DDB Worldwide (www.ddb.com), we believe in the unreasonable power of emotional creativity to move people, business, and culture. As one of the world’s leading advertising and marketing networks, we combine creative excellence with strategic effectiveness to deliver measurable business results. Our effectiveness is reflected in industry recognition, including 2023 Global Network of the Year by Cannes Lions, D&AD Agency Network of the Year (2021–2023), and #2 in the 2024 Effie Global Best of the Best. We have also ranked as a Top 3 Global Network on WARC for 13 of the last 16 years. With 140 offices in 60+ countries, we partner with leading brands such as MARS, McDonald’s, Molson Coors, Volkswagen, Amazon, Unilever, JetBlue, Adidas, PlayStation, and the U.S. Army to build meaningful consumer connections that drive sustained growth. Founded in 1949, DDB is part of Omnicom (NYSE: OMC). At DDB, we live by the words of our founder, Bill Bernbach: “Unless you feel it, nothing will happen.” This belief drives us to craft work that truly resonates—work that moves people, sparks change, and creates lasting impact.
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- New York, NY
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- 1949
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- advertising, marketing, strategy, creative, brand, social media, digital, branded content, branded entertainment, PR, events, AI, innovation, shopper marketing, retail marketing, and experiential
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In the battle for consumer attention, the most valuable real estate isn’t a media buy—it’s a lasting emotional memory. Introducing the Feels Barometer: a first-of-its-kind global tool that measures, decodes, and harnesses human emotion at scale. The Feels Barometer is here to help brands claim their share of heart, marketing a new era in emotional creativity. Here's an overview of the research behind it: 🌟 Insights from eight global experts in emotions and psychology. 👥 140+ hours of deep qualitative research across diverse cultures. 🌍 Surveys of over 16,000 people across the U.S., U.K., Spain, Germany, Australia, Sweden, Brazil and France. 💡 100 real-life emotional triggers, from personal rituals to societal shifts. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/d5CdSWVD Follow DDB on LinkedIn and for those who already do, sign up for our “DDB Feels” newsletter [https://lnkd.in/dMA8ZnmE] and keep your eyes peeled for the first edition to drop later this week. #FeelsBarometer #DDBFeels #EmotionalCreativity
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Are you ready for the #staredown? 👀 Learn more at https://lnkd.in/erxY3STn
👀 Second Screen Staredown 👀 Mars Wrigley's TWIX is offering fans the chance to win TWO solid gold bars during the Big Game on Feb 9 🏈 During ad breaks across the game, fans in the US can play Second Screen Staredown by holding their gaze on their phone. The phone’s camera will track their eyes, and the longer they stare, the more entries they earn, all in an attempt to win the grand prize: two solid gold bars. TWIX wants people to second screen during the big game’s ads because two is more than one. Read more below👇 https://lnkd.in/eA_eYksD #feelingfirst #staredown
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🌎 💡 Isaac Mizrahi dives deep into multicultural marketing, shedding light on the power of the Hispanic consumer market. Featured in Forbes, Isaac Mizrahi, CEO, Alma and Chief Operating Officer, DDB North America highlights the five core strengths driving the Hispanic consumer segment: growing population, rising education attainment, upward trend in income, cultural influence and enduring optimism. He acknowledges how these strengths are only getting stronger and will allow the Hispanic population to shape the future of American society for years to come. CEOs & CMOs, now is the time to prioritize and unlock this dynamic community's full potential! 🚀 Read more on how the shift is shaping the future of business. https://lnkd.in/eUVJuBC7 #DDB #MulticulturalMarketing #FutureofBusiness
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From math and physics to the art of advertising, Vinod Savio has become an influential figure at DDB Group Singapore. 🏆🤳 With his unique blend of analytical thinking and creative vision, Vinod is uniquely qualified to serve on the jury for the Digital Craft and Social & Influencer categories at Dubai Lynx International Festival of Creativity, the creative hub of the MENA region! Since returning to DDB in 2023, Vinod has been using data-driven insights to craft authentic brand stories, believing that emotions—not just logic—drive decision-making. His ability to fuse precision with creativity continues to push boundaries in advertising. Check out the full jury lineup here: https://lnkd.in/gcJsgRc6 #DDB #DubaiLynx #Creativity #Innovation #Advertising
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Strategist, Leader, and Visionary: Martha Rzeppa Named Managing Director at adam&eveBerlin! ⭐️ The news has dropped! Martha Rzeppa is joining adam&eveBerlin as new Managing Director alongside Miranda Hipwell, Chief Executive Officer, Jens Pfau, Chief Creative Officer, and Philipp Schwartz, Chief Strategy Officer. With her wealth of experience and bold approach to creativity, Martha is sure to take the agency to new heights. Having worked across global brands and top-tier agencies, Martha brings a fresh perspective and a passion for pushing boundaries. Her visionary leadership is exactly what’s needed to fuel even more creative excellence and innovation at adam&eveBerlin. Get ready for some serious magic at this powerhouse agency, because this is about to get fun! 👏 Read more about the exciting announcement in Campaign UK here: https://lnkd.in/eXmNArit #DDB #Talent #NewHire #Leadership #CreativeExcellence #MarthaRzeppa #AdamAndEveBerlin #InnovationInAction #WomenInLeadership #AgencyLife
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Three powerhouse agencies, one united North America ⭐ Today, we announced a strategic transformation to further deliver on our vision for the future, uniting three of DDB's most distinctive and celebrated agency brands – alma, adam&eveDDB, and DDB Chicago – under one unified leadership team in North America. Leading the way are some of the industry's best: Caroline Winterton, CEO, Isaac Mizrahi, Chief Operating Officer, Micheline Grace Lewis, Chief People Officer, Justin Gee, Chief Financial Officer, and Laura Cona, Chief Growth and Marketing Officer. "With this incredible leadership team in place, we are excited about the future of DDB North America," said Alex Lubar, Global CEO, DDB Worldwide. "Our unified approach will allow us to build on our creative momentum and continue driving results for our clients, while unlocking new growth opportunities for our teams." As we look ahead to 2025, we can't wait to explore new collaborations and continue delivering work that hits you in the feels. Let's go! 🚀 💫 Read more in Ad Age here: https://lnkd.in/et6y2px9. Thank you for the coverage, Ewan Larkin! #DDB #AdAge #Creativity #Leadership
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We’re thrilled - and not surprised - to see Susie Walker on Campaign UK’s Inspiring Women Awards 2025 shortlist! 🤭 As Global Chief Creative Operations Officer, Susie brings together a powerhouse community of over 4,000 creatives, championing collaboration and innovation across DDB's global network. Her passion for empowering people, elevating creative communities, and pushing boundaries is exactly why she’s on this incredible list. We’re so proud to see you recognized for all the amazing work you do, Susie! https://lnkd.in/ezuH4DXT #DDB #InspiringWomen #CampaignAwards2025 #CreativeLeadership #WomenInMarketing #ChangingTheGame
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Marcio Santoro’s 2025 playbook: resilience is non-negotiable, empathy is essential, and creativity is king. 👑 As Partner, Co-President, and CEO of Africa Creative, Márcio’s leadership has paved the way for major achievements, including being named Agency of the Year at Festival Internacional El Ojo de Iberoamérica 2024! His forward-thinking insights and unwavering commitment to innovation continue to set new benchmarks in - and outside – of Brazil, proving that bold ideas and empathetic leadership can drive lasting impact. Read the full piece in Meio e Mensagem here: https://lnkd.in/dd-FwU7B #LeadershipGoals #InnovationInAction #EmpathyInBusiness #AfricaCreative #2025Vision
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Reminder to self: We're all just humans (even in advertising). DDB’s powerhouse Global President & CCO, Chaka Sobhani, joined Charlotte Rawlings’ creativity panel at Campaign UK’s "Year Ahead" conference to drop some serious wisdom. 🎤💡 From navigating the tug-of-war between creative ambition and commercial realities to AI's role in the creative process, the conversation hit all the big topics shaping our industry. Chaka nailed it when she said: “Ultimately, we are people talking to people. This is about emotion and feeling and the power of that.” Authenticity, emotion, and those real human connections? That’s the magic of what we do. ✨ Catch the full Campaign "Year Ahead" podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gnX8gWgf #DDB #EmotionalAdvantage #CreativeExcellence #InnovationWithHeart #ChakaVision #EmotionInCreativity
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