McCann Joins Citibank Contest

German Bank Conflict Sidestepped as Dooner’s Efforts Lead Entry
NEW YORK–McCann-Erickson Worldwide has emerged as a sixth contender in the review of Citibank’s U.S. ad account, despite an apparent conflict overseas, sources said.
McCann, which handles Deutsche Bank’s business in Europe, is nonetheless pursuing Citibank, according to sources. As a roster shop that works for sister company Salomon Smith Barney, McCann was upset when it was not initially invited, sources said.
Through lobbying and moving to deal with the conflict, however, McCann got aboard just prior to briefings, which began two weeks ago.