-By Adweek Staff

CHICAGO Havas' Euro RSCG in Chicago has named John Minnec executive director, a new post in which he will guide business development, interactive and general advertising efforts.

He reports to Ron Bess, agency president, and takes over for Zain Raj, who last week was promoted to CEO of Euro RSCG Discovery.

Prior to joining Euro RSCG, Minnec most recently served as president of Interpublic Group's DraftFCB London, which claims accounts from Nokia and Computer Associates. He has also held posts at Draft in Chicago, Ogilvy & Mather, Grey and Leo Burnett.

"John is an international leader in the truest sense. His extensive expertise spanning the entire marketing and advertising spectrum will no doubt prove invaluable for Euro RSCG Chicago and our clients," said Bess, in a statement. "John's combined knowledge of agency leadership, account management and business development make him a perfect fit for this new position."

Key clients at Euro RSCG in Chicago include Assurant Health, Barilla, Effen Vodka, Circuit City, Citigroup, Culligan and Sprint.