Ogilvy Healthworld UK appoints chief executive officer

Ogilvy Healthworld UK has announced the appointment of Matt de Gruchy as its new chief executive officer (CEO).

Mr de Gruchy, who has been with the company for 14 years, steps into the role with immediate effect to replace Lois Hall, who is taking up the position of global planning director, reports PM Live.

The new CEO was previously employed as the media agency's group director of client services and managing director of public relations.

Gloria Gibbons, European president of Ogilvy CommonHealth Worldwide, said: "Matt has a proven track record of building business and providing exceptional client service. I'm certain he will bring the same focus on quality and success to his new role."

The appointment coincides with the promotion of public relations head Antonia Betts and medical education chief Tracey Wood to the Ogilvy Healthworld UK board.

Ogilvy Healthworld now has nearly 200 clients globally and has won more than 100 industry awards in the last three years.