Steve Davis Among Bates Names

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The search for a Bates North American CEO is down to a select few, according to sources. Said to be among the candidates is Steve Davis, last seen in the agency world closing Wells BDDP in 1998.

“The search has required us to seek out serious players within the industry. It’s a challenge, and we need senior talent to take it on,” said Chris van Som eren, president of Korn/Ferry International, which is conducting the search for Bates.

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