DDB Asia CEO David Tang to depart DDB Worldwide after more than 20 years with the network
DDB Asia CEO David Tang set to depart DDB Worldwide at the end of this month.
Tang was CEO of DDB Singapore for 20 years before transitioning the role to Jeff Cheong in 2022. Together with Neil Johnson, they have built DDB Singapore to become a formidable agency. Over the last 7 years, Tang has also led DDB Asia.
Tang was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Institute of Advertising Singapore (IAS) and named in its Hall of Fame for his achievements, including founding the Effie Awards in Singapore.
Tang said: “Once in a lifetime, passion and perseverance come together. I was at the right place, at the right time. Truly, I want to thank a generation of talent which includes clients and colleagues who have become friends. They have been great to work with and they made the work great. They were a wonderful, hardworking bunch. Now I’m moving on, with faith and hope, to the next chapter of my lifetime.”
DDB Worldwide CEO Marty O’Halloran, said: “We would like to thank David for his passion, friendship and enduring commitment to DDB over the past 25 years. Everyone across the DDB network wishes David the very best in his endeavours ahead.”
Tang’s departure results in increased leadership responsibility from key talent in local DDB offices across the region.
DDB Global President & Chief Operating Officer Alex Lubar, said: “We are thankful for David’s contributions over the years. Leadership remains strong in our markets across Asia as we continue to prioritize the region.”
Local DDB offices in Asia remain supported by DDB Worldwide management teams and have a proven track record of innovative client solutions and award-winning creativity. The leaders across Asia will report into Alex Lubar, in partnership with regional CFO Esther Selvanayagam who is based in Singapore.
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With mixed emotions, I want to share about an outstanding leader and a good friend who has left an indelible mark on the advertising industry. David Tang has departed from DDB Singapore, and although we are sad to see him go, we are also incredibly proud of all he has achieved during his time with us.
He was my mentor and guided me in the advertising industry when I was younger. He was always willing to offer advice, share his knowledge, and help me navigate the complex advertising world. I learned so much from him; many of you feel the same way.
David is a visionary in the industry, constantly pushing the boundaries and challenging us to think creatively. He has been instrumental in developing some of our most successful campaigns. His dedication to our industry is evident in everything he touches, and his passion for advertising is contagious.
Beyond his professional achievements, David is also a wonderful Christian and a true friend. He has a generous spirit, always willing to lend a listening ear or offer a word of spiritual encouragement. He has been a mentor to many of us and has helped us grow both personally and professionally. Amen!
As David moves on to new challenges and adventures, I know he will continue impacting the advertising industry significantly. His talent, dedication, and passion are unmatched, and we are confident that he will achieve great things in whatever he chooses to do next.
DDB will miss David dearly, but I will miss him more dearly.
I wish him all the best in his future endeavours.
Thank you, David, you have left a lasting legacy, and we are honoured to have worked with you. God Bless you.