About me
Rob Schwartz was once described as a "CEO's Creative Director." In other words, the rare creative person who is fascinated by all aspects of a business and finds ways to create breakthrough platforms and campaigns that get results and build brands. He has since transformed from CCO to CEO and is currently Chief Executive Officer of TBWA\Chiat\Day New York. Since Rob has taken over in 2015, the New York office has enjoyed explosive growth boasting 14 new business wins in a mere 18 months.
Throughout his career, Rob has spearheaded work for blue-chip brands including Nissan, McDonald's, Pepsi, Thomson Reuters and Visa, to name but a few. Along the way he has won nearly every advertising award including Grand Effie's, Cannes Lions, and One Show pencils. He has also been a Cannes Lions Jury President and jury member.
Rob was recognized as ThinkLA's "Leader of the Year." And is considered one of Adweek's "25 Voices to Follow in Social Media." He also lends his voice to Forbes and Campaign where he is a popular and regular contributor. A few more facts about him
Rob is a board member of the 4As.
He is a Friar at the Friars Club.
He has been a guest lecturer at Stanford, Harvard, USC, UCLA, CCNY and Yale.
And he's an original "Manbassador" of the 3% Conference.
Skills
Advertising, Brand Management, Branding, Business Management, Change Management, Copywriting, Creative Direction
Sector Experience
Business Management, Communications
Awards
Cannes Lions - Gold, Clios - Gold, D&AD Award - In-book, Effie\'s - Gold, One Club Award - Bronze
Clients
Apple, Michelin, Nissan, PepsiCo, Thomson Reuters, Visa
Trade Associations
Rob Schwartz was recognised as an Industry Influencer on 7th February 2017
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Rob Schwartz has been a Contributor since 7th February 2017.