Neil Heymann takes creative reins across Accenture Song and Droga5 as Global CCO

Droga5 has confirmed a global creative leadership transition, with Accenture Song Global Chief Creative Officer Neil Heymann expanding his remit to assume creative oversight of Droga5 globally.

The move follows the departure of Pelle Sjoenell, who has stepped down as Droga5’s worldwide chief creative officer after nearly two years in the role.

Under the leadership of Sjoenell, the agency earned honours for Xbox and Facebook work. He will depart the agency at the end of January to pursue his next chapter.

Heymann’s expanded role sees him become global chief creative officer across both Accenture Song and Droga5.

Raised between Johannesburg and Sydney, Heymann brings a global perspective shaped by multiple creative cultures, alongside more than two decades of experience in the industry. He has led award-winning work for some of the world’s most recognised brands, including Jay-Z, Microsoft, Prudential, Burger King and Mailchimp, and his work has been recognised with Cannes Grand Prix, Titanium Lions and multiple Agency of the Decade honours.

A former Droga5 leader for nearly 12 years earlier in his career, Heymann also returns with deep institutional knowledge of the agency and its creative ethos. His expanded remit formalises leadership across Song’s global creative organisation, providing continuity while opening the door to deeper collaboration across Accenture Song’s broader capabilities.

Heymann is currently based in Brooklyn with his family and continues to oversee Accenture Song’s global creative vision, with a focus on leveraging creativity, culture and technology to solve complex business challenges.