Chidester Moves to Wunderman as COO

Inspiration meets innovation at Brandweek, the ultimate marketing experience. Join industry luminaries, rising talent and strategic experts in Phoenix, Arizona this September 23–26 to assess challenges, develop solutions and create new pathways for growth. Register early to save.

NEW YORK Becky Chidester, CEO of WPP Group’s RTCRM, is shifting to the New York headquarters of sister shop Wunderman to become chief operating officer, a new post, the agency said.

Chidester, 47, has been chairman and CEO of RTCRM in Washington, D.C., since 1999. She will remain chairman until her successor is named. In the meantime, co-managing directors Jeff Ross and Barry Kessel will absorb day-to-day operational duties. Kessel also is chief client development officer.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in