James Hawkins

James Hawkins is the current CEO of PHD APAC. James has over 20 years of experience in the marketing and advertising industry. Prior to their current role, they were the Managing Director at dentsu X, Chief Digital Officer at Dentsu Media, and President of dentsu digital capabilities at Dentsu Aegis Network Asia Pacific. James has also held roles as Executive Director of Performance Marketing at Dentsu and Managing Director at dgm Asia.

James Hawkins studied International Business and Languages at Northumbria University, where they obtained a BA Hon's degree. James also studied Economics, French and German at Oakham School in Rutland, UK.

James Hawkins reports to Toby Hack, CEO Global Business. They are on a team with Toby Hack - CEO, Global Business, Mark Holden - Worldwide Chief Strategy Officer, PHD Worldwide, and Karine Courtemanche - CEO, PHD Canada.