SINGAPORE – Omnicom Media Group has appointed Ang Wan Gyn to lead PHD Singapore as their new Managing Director. In her new role, Gyn will be charged with the leadership of PHD Singapore, spanning operations, strategy, business development and talent management.
With over 16 years of local and international experience spanning Singapore, Taiwan and China, Gyn has led a variety of global, regional and local accounts, including HTC, Singapore Airlines, Sony Ericsson, Citibank, Caltex and Chanel. Prior to her current role, Gyn was Partner at M2M Singapore, a full service media network under Omnicom Media Group.
Commenting on the appointment, Susana Tsui, APAC CEO, PHD, said, “In line with the shift of PHD Singapore’s business strategy from a local media agency to one of three PHD Global Planning Units in the world, we are happy to appoint Gyn to lead this initiative based out of Singapore. Gyn’s experience is grounded in strategic thinking, deep in-market knowledge and multi- culture management. This diversity sets her apart as a leader and media practitioner. I am confident that Gyn will shine in her role and be instrumental to PHD’s continuing success in Singapore.”
“PHD Singapore is an incredibly energetic agency, with an unsurpassed passion and a proven track record of delivering great work. PHD is all about “Finding a Better Way” and I will continue to push the PHD spirit leveraging innovation, game changing thinking with all stakeholders – clients, partners and talent. It’s a great honor to be leading such a fabulous team,” said Ang Wan Gyn.
“PHD Singapore is in high growth mode and Gyn’s leadership will enhance PHD’s overall value proposition and drive the agency forward,’’ said Sony Wong, CEO, Omnicom Media Group, Singapore.
Gyn’s appointment is effective immediately.
