WPP-owned Hogarth Worldwide has promoted Nick Lee to UK Managing Director.
He takes over from Monica Taylor, who has been promoted to Global Chief Client Officer.
Lee most recently served as Global Client Managing Director at Hogarth, working with high-profile luxury brands.
His career began at AMV BBDO, where he worked with clients such as Sainsbury’s, Heinz, and BlackBerry. In 2013, he joined Havas London, playing a key role in the agency’s transformation, earning IPA and APG awards, and contributing to its B-Corp certification. During his tenure at Havas, he managed major accounts including Peugeot, Citroën, Ella’s Kitchen, and others, culminating in his appointment as the agency’s youngest Managing Partner in 2018.
His joined Hogarth in 2022, where he oversaw key luxury accounts, including Rolex and Dyson.
Nick Lee said: “From the minute I walked in the door, I knew Hogarth was different. Tons of talent but zero ego, and now, AI-powered tools like WPP Open are taking us to a whole new level. The fact we’re applying that to many of the biggest brands in the world makes it even more exciting. It’s a genuine honour to be leading the UK business at such a pivotal time.”
Matt Kitcherside, CEO, EMEA, Hogarth, said: “Having worked closely with Nick over the past couple of years, I’m delighted that he is now stepping up to the role of Managing Director for Hogarth UK. Nick has brought an infectious energy to the teams he has led in Hogarth, and I’m hugely excited about where he will take the UK business next.”
Lee has also served as an advisor to London Mayor Sadiq Khan on the Mayor’s Advisory Group for child health, mentors leadership students at Durham University, co-founded a London theatre company, and sings in an internationally awarded chamber choir.
Jon Creamer
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