Simone Tam to join DDB Hong Kong and Guangzhou as managing director

Simone Tam will join DDB Hong Kong and Guangzhou on January 25 asManaging Director. According to Richard Thomas, President & CEO,DDB Group Hong Kong and Guangzhou she brings exceptional client andbusiness management skills, as well as an ability to help her teamsachieve their best.

“Simone’s appointment is a clear indication of our focus on building anexceptional Hong Kong and Guangzhou operation, with leaders whounderstand the markets and who can connect with clients and staffalike. It’s also evidence of DDB’s continued ability to attract the toptalent in the industry.” said Thomas.

Before joining DDB, Tam was the Managing Director of Draft FCB, whereshe spent two years rebuilding and stabilizing the Hong Kong office. Inher role, Simone managed regional clients such as Osram, FairmontHotels, Kraft and Bausch & Lomb, and local clients including, HKTrade Development Council, Lee Kum Kee and Vitasoy.