Y&R Hires Steadman

Tom Steadman has joined Young & Rubicam in Irvine, Calif., as svp, brand team leader on the $50 million Land Rover North America account.

Steadman, 38, previously was an account director on the business at GSD&M in Austin, Texas. Land Rover North America was awarded to Y&R in early July [Adweek, July 15].

In his newly created position, Steadman will manage the Y&R Cos.’ integrated services for Land Rover’s national and dealer accounts. He reports to David Murphy, president and CEO of the Y&R Cos.

Steadman said his move came at Land Rover’s behest.