OMD reappointed by Beiersdorf
Global skin care company, Beiersdorf, has reappointed OMD, part of the Omnicom Media Group MENA as its media agency. After a highly competitive pitch against the manufacturer’s other international agency of record; the purpose of the pitch was to ensure that Beiersdorf was still ahead in terms of strategic and commercial excellence with its media communications. OMD was selected in 2014 to lead, design and execute its comprehensive digital strategy, including creative development and execution. This was an extension to the range of services OMD already provided, including communications planning and investments, digital display, social media, performance marketing and analytics.
“Beiersdorf is one of these clients who not only push you again and again so that you perform at the highest level but also respond positively to our ideas and recommendations,” says Elie Khouri, CEO, Omnicom Media Group MENA. “Together, we’ve moved the needle on consumer research, digital innovation and results-based planning. The outcome of this review is a validation of our team’s focus on all-round excellence and we certainly look forward to collectively aiming even higher in the coming years.”
Bhavna Mishra, Beiersdorf MENA’s Marketing Director adds, “Beiersdorf is committed to regularly review and benchmark its processes to ensure highest levels of operational excellence and efficiency. After a careful review process we have decided to extend and renew our partnership with OMD for the MENA business. OMD’s expertise and partnership continues to help us touch the lives of our consumers in MENA while delivering outstanding value.”