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Mark Read

Mark Read

Mark Read

CEO

WPP

Speaking at

Wednesday 19 June, 11:45 - 12:15

Exploring the New Frontiers of Innovation: Mark Read in Conversation with Elon Musk

Biography

Mark was appointed CEO of WPP in September 2018. He has held multiple leadership positions at WPP since joining in 1989, including Head of Strategy and CEO of WPP Digital. In 2015, he became Global CEO of Wunderman. Earlier in his career, Mark co-founded internet start-up WebRewards and was a principal at consultancy Booz Allen Hamilton. In 2021 he received Fellow of the IPA status for outstanding services to the industry and in 2022 was appointed to the Natural History Museum’s Board of Trustees by the UK Prime Minister. Mark was awarded a CBE in the King’s New Year Honours 2024 list, for services to the creative industries.