Simon Pugh

Simon Pugh is an experienced media and client leadership professional currently serving as Chief Media Officer at Apparent since March 2024. Prior to this role, Simon held the position of Chief Client Officer at EssenceMediacom, where responsibilities included driving cultural and operational transformation within the client leadership community. Simon's extensive background includes senior roles at Publicis Groupe, where Simon led the global response for The Coca-Cola Company, and significant leadership positions at PHD, Carat USA, and Mindshare, focusing on client transformation and strategic growth. Simon's career is marked by achievements in managing high-profile accounts and developing innovative service models to enhance client satisfaction and operational effectiveness. Education was completed at The University of Manchester, where foundational knowledge and skills were developed.