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2027
WPP appoints Tyler Turnbull as CEO of WPP Creative
WPP announced that Tyler Turnbull will join the company as CEO of WPP Creative in early 2027, succeeding Jon Cook. Turnbull joins from McCann, where he is currently Global CEO.
2026
WPP partners with UNHCR on emergency fundraising appeal
WPP partnered with UNHCR on an emergency fundraising appeal for people forced to flee their homes in Ukraine or neighbouring countries, and said it is matching donations by WPP employees.
2026
WPP announces it is discontinuing operations in Russia
WPP said it is discontinuing its operations in Russia, citing the invasion of Ukraine and stating that its continued presence would be inconsistent with its values.
2026
WPP appoints Tyler Turnbull as CEO of WPP Creative, succeeding Jon Cook
WPP announced on 9 October 2026 that Tyler Turnbull will join the company as CEO of WPP Creative in early 2027, succeeding Jon Cook. Turnbull joins from McCann, where he is currently Global CEO, and will lead WPP's integrated creative offering.
2026
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Ads in India
OpenAI officially launched ChatGPT Ads in India, introducing sponsored placements for logged-in adults on the Free and Go tiers while keeping Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise and Education tiers ad-free. WPP and Omnicom serve as the first agency partners in India, and a self-serve ChatGPT Ads Manager opens to businesses starting September 4 with daily budgets from Rs 725.
2022
WPP launches The Metaverse Foundry
WPP launched The Metaverse Foundry through Hogarth, offering design and production for brand experiences in the metaverse to WPP clients and agencies worldwide.
2021
WPP acquires Cloud Commerce Group
WPP bought UK-based Cloud Commerce Group, which will join Wunderman Thompson's global network as part of its commerce and technology offering.
2021
WPP acquired Cloud Commerce Group
WPP announced that it had acquired Cloud Commerce Group, a UK-based technology company that supports brands selling and delivering products across ecommerce platforms and marketplaces.
2021
WPP raises 2021 revenue growth guidance
WPP raised its 2021 forecast for like-for-like revenue less pass-through costs to growth of 11.5%–12%, from its August forecast of 9%–10%.
2021
WPP announces acquisition of Satalia
WPP announced its acquisition of Satalia, a technology company offering AI solutions for clients.
2021
Wunderman Thompson acquires Satalia
Wunderman Thompson acquired AI company Satalia. Satalia will join Wunderman Thompson Commerce and act as an AI expertise hub for WPP agencies.
2021
WPP acquires Satalia
WPP acquired AI technology company Satalia, which will join Wunderman Thompson Commerce and work on technology and AI strategy across WPP agencies.
2021
WPP plc completes acquisition of remaining WPP AUNZ shares
WPP plc acquired all WPP AUNZ shares it did not already own through an indirect wholly owned subsidiary; the scheme was implemented on 18 May 2021.
2021
WPP announces Choreograph data company
WPP announced Choreograph, a new global data company formed by bringing together specialist data units of GroupM and Wunderman Thompson. It will serve WPP clients and companies.
2021
WPP launches Choreograph data consultancy
WPP announced Choreograph, a global data consultancy drawing together 700 data and technology experts from across its network to provide services to clients.
2021
Court approves WPP AUNZ shareholder meeting on takeover bid
The New South Wales Supreme Court approved a WPP AUNZ shareholder meeting for shareholders to consider and vote on WPP plc’s takeover bid.
2021
WPP and Google partner on #IamRemarkable
WPP is rolling out Google's #IamRemarkable initiative across its global network, with Google specialists training WPP leaders to facilitate sessions for employees.
2021
WPP announces acquisition of DTI Digital
WPP announced that it had acquired DTI Digital, a Brazilian digital innovation and software engineering company. The acquisition remained subject to customary regulatory approvals; deal terms were not disclosed.
2021
Anzu raises $9 million
Games advertising platform Anzu closed a $9 million funding round led by Bitkraft Ventures and HBSE Ventures. The announcement said the investment would support Anzu's sales and marketing activities and commercial growth; Anzu would remain independent.
2020
WPP announces merger of Geometry and VMLY&R businesses
WPP announced the merger of its Geometry and VMLY&R global businesses to form VMLY&R Commerce. The new company was expected to be fully operational from January 1, 2021.