Mumbai: WPP plc (“WPP” or the “Company”) has announced that Andrew Scott will retire as Chief Operating Officer and from the Board at the end of the year.
During the transition period, Andrew will work closely with incoming CEO Cindy Rose and continue thereafter as Senior Advisor, helping transition his various responsibilities to other senior executives while also supporting strategy execution.
Andrew joined WPP in 1999 as Director of Corporate Development and has since held several senior positions, including Chief Operating Officer for Europe. In 2018, he was appointed global Chief Operating Officer, overseeing WPP’s country structure in key markets. In 2023, he was appointed to the Company’s Board.
Throughout his 27-year tenure, Andrew has played a pivotal role in WPP’s development and growth. He spearheaded the Company’s M&A strategy, leading landmark acquisitions such as Satalia and InfoSum, which have strengthened WPP’s position in AI, data, and technology. He was also instrumental in major strategic disposals, including the sale of 60% of Kantar to Bain Capital and the sale of FGS Global to KKR.
Mark Read, outgoing CEO of WPP, said, “Few people have done more than Andrew to shape WPP and to drive its success over the last three decades. He has been a brilliant partner to me and the wider leadership team throughout and has made a tremendous contribution to WPP in his most recent role as Chief Operating Officer.”
Reflecting on his decision, Andrew Scott said, “After 27 years at WPP, and at a time of transition for the business, it feels like the right moment to make this change. I’ve known Cindy for a long time and worked closely with her on the Board of WPP, and I’m excited for the future of WPP under her leadership. I’d also like to thank Mark and the rest of the team for all the support they’ve given me over the years.”
