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People: Taeko Toshima Joins Leadership Team of Geometry Ogilvy Japan as New Chief Talent Officer

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TOKYO – In order to effectively drive talent strategies that shape stimulating culture and support strategic objectives and goals of the company, Geometry Ogilvy Japan has created the role of Chief Talent Officer, and is pleased to announce that Taeko Toshima has joined its leadership team. While the company operates two independent brands in Geometry and Ogilvy, it has created an integrated management and operating structure in order to better provide clients with fully integrated solutions in Japan.

Taeko brings more than 15 years of experience in Human Resources, with an emphasis on Talent & Organization Development as well as Change Management. Previously, Taeko served as HR Manager of Laerdal Medical Asia Pacific, one of the world’s leading providers of healthcare solutions. At Laerdal Medical, Taeko led its regional HR initiatives and also oversaw HR & General Affairs of Laerdal Medical Japan. Prior to Laerdal Medical, she held key roles with well-known organizations such as CHANEL K.K. and GE.

Commenting on her appointment, Ichiro Ota, CEO of Geometry Ogilvy Japan said, “Creating a culture that attracts, retains and motivates talented staff is a key focus for us. Taeko is a highly respected and experienced HR professional with a proven record of implementing a holistic talent strategy. We look forward to integrating her perspective and experience into our company strategy to enhance the employee experience.”

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“I am thrilled to join the leadership team at a time when the industry is seeing so much change while also offering great opportunities in modern marketing areas.” said Taeko. “Geometry Ogilvy Japan has true emphasis on talent and innovation. I look forward to leading efforts that will make Geometry Ogilvy Japan the destination for great people to do their best work,” she added.

Taeko will be responsible for developing and implementing talent strategy aligned with corporate values. She will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and report to Ichiro Ota, CEO of Geometry Ogilvy Japan.

 

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been producing iconic, culture-changing marketing campaigns since the day its founder David Ogilvy opened up shop in 1948. Today, Ogilvy is an award-winning integrated creative network that makes brands matter for Fortune Global 500 companies as well as local businesses across more than 120 offices in 83 countries. The company creates experiences, design and communications that shape every aspect of a brands needs through six core capabilities: Brand Strategy, Advertising, Customer Engagement and Commerce, PR and Influence, Digital Transformation, and Partnerships. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NASDAQ: WWPGY). For more information, visit http://www.ogilvy.com/, or follow Ogilvy on Twitter at @Ogilvy and on Facebook.com/Ogilvy.

About Geometry

Geometry is a global brand experience agency operating in 56 markets around the world. We help brands thrive in an omni-channel world by shaping and changing people’s behaviour at pivotal moments along the Purchase Decision Journey. Geometry has expertise in physical retail, ecommerce, experiential, branding & design and consultancy. Geometry is a WPP company (NASDAQ: WWPGY). For more information, visit http://www.geometry.com/

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