Hogarth Worldwide, the WPP global content production company, today announced the appointment of Nick Lee as its new UK managing director. He takes over from Monica Taylor, who has been promoted to global chief client officer.
Nick brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to this role, most recently serving as global client managing director at Hogarth, working with
high-profile luxury brands.
Nick鈥檚 career began at AMV BBDO, where he honed his skills on clients such as Sainsbury鈥檚, Heinz, and BlackBerry. In 2013, he joined Havas London, playing a key role in the agency鈥檚 transformation, earning IPA and APG awards, and contributing to its B-Corp certification. During his tenure at Havas, he managed major accounts including Peugeot, Citro毛n, Ella鈥檚 Kitchen, and others, culminating in his appointment as the agency鈥檚
youngest managing partner in 2018.
His passion for production led him to Hogarth in 2022, where he oversaw key luxury accounts, including Rolex and Dyson.
"From the minute I walked in the door, I knew Hogarth was different. Tons of talent but zero ego, and now, AI-powered tools like WPP Open are taking us to a whole new level. The fact we鈥檙e applying that to many of the biggest brands in the world makes it even more exciting. It鈥檚 a genuine honour to be leading the UK business at such a pivotal time.鈥 said Nick Lee, UK MD, Hogarth.
鈥淗aving worked closely with Nick over the past couple of years, I鈥檓 delighted that he is now stepping up to the role of Managing Director for Hogarth UK. Nick has
brought an infectious energy to the teams he has led in Hogarth, and I鈥檓 hugely excited about where he will take the UK business next.鈥 said Matt Kitcherside, CEO, EMEA, Hogarth.
Beyond his professional achievements, Nick has served as an advisor to London mayor Sadiq Khan on the Mayor鈥檚 Advisory Group for child health, mentors leadership students
at Durham University, co-founded a London theatre company, and sings in an internationally awarded chamber choir.
As UK managing director, Nick will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's business in the UK. He will focus on driving continued growth and strengthening Hogarth鈥檚 position as a leader in content production.
Nick's appointment is effective immediately.