Omnicom Group Inc. - OMC STOCK NEWS

Omnicom Group has announced a quarterly cash dividend increase to $0.70 per share, representing a 7.7% rise from the previous $0.65 dividend. The annualized dividend will therefore amount to $2.80 per share.

The increased dividend will be paid on April 8, 2021, to shareholders recorded as of March 10, 2021. This decision reflects the company’s confidence in its financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results on February 18, 2021 before the NYSE opens. A conference call will take place the same day at 8:30 a.m. ET for detailed discussion of the results. Participants can join by dialing (877) 336-4440 (domestic) or (409) 207-6984 (international) with access code 5410296. The call will also be available for live streaming and future reference on the company’s website.

Ketchum's Bettina Garibaldi has been honored by the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) as one of the "Top 25: Extraordinary Minds in Hospitality Sales, Marketing and Revenue Optimization." This recognition celebrates leaders in the hospitality sector based on creativity, innovation, and significant sales achievements. Garibaldi, with 13 years at Ketchum, has led impactful marketing campaigns. HSMAI's president emphasized the importance of these leaders in guiding the industry towards recovery post-pandemic.

DDB New York has promoted Teri Altman to Head of Production from her previous role as Executive Producer. With nearly two decades at DDB, Altman's leadership is recognized as pivotal for creativity and culture within the agency. She has overseen major productions for notable clients such as Anheuser-Busch and the United States Tennis Association. The agency's co-Chief Creative Officers lauded her as key to DDB's success. DDB is part of Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC), a major player in global marketing and communications.

Omnicom Precision Marketing Group (OPMG) has appointed Erin Matts as Chief Experience Officer and Head of Omnichannel. Previously CEO of Hearts & Science and Annalect, Matts will enhance customer experience across OPMG's agencies. Reporting to CEO Luke Taylor, she aims to drive transformation by leveraging first- and third-party data for personalized interactions. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to talent diversity and a focus on tangible business outcomes in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Omnicom Health Group has announced the appointment of Tom Edwards as Chief Digital Officer as of February 1, 2021. He will oversee the digital and data operations, focusing on enhancing strategic services and integrating data platforms. Edwards aims to improve operational efficiency by leveraging AI and aligning data solutions with creative processes. His prior roles include Chief Marketing Officer at Tripleclix and Chief Digital & Innovation Officer at Epsilon. This appointment underscores Omnicom's commitment to leading data-driven healthcare marketing.

Jo-ann Robertson has been promoted to U.K. CEO of Global Client Solutions at Ketchum, enhancing her role on the global executive team. Robertson will lead key client relationships and drive the adoption of Ketchum's proprietary consultancy framework across Europe. Under her leadership, Ketchum London's operation has been recognized as PRovoke's U.K. Consultancy of the Year. Robertson, a veteran with nearly 20 years of experience, aims to foster optimism and innovation within the firm, emphasizing empathy and intelligence in client interactions.

Becca Cooper has rejoined Ketchum as SVP and managing director for the Financial & Professional Services sector, effective January 11, 2021. Based in New York, she leads a team focused on innovative communications strategies tailored to the evolving needs of clients in capital markets, fintech, and insurance. Before her return, she served at Cognito, enhancing its digital practices. Cooper's extensive industry experience aims to strengthen client relationships and expand service offerings in a volatile financial landscape.

Omnicom Public Relations Group has launched a new analytics platform, omniearnedID, designed to effectively connect earned media to measurable business outcomes, including sales and brand health. This patent-pending technology leverages data from various sources to analyze how earned media impacts consumer behavior and decision-making. The platform addresses long-standing challenges in PR analytics, offering insights that assist brands in refining their marketing strategies. It is built to comply with global data privacy regulations and applicable across various industries.