Mitchell-Kent (pictured left) and Chandler (pictured right) replace Stuart Avery, who has stepped back into his role as non-executive chairman.

Prior to becoming managing director, Mitchell-Kent was chief operating officer, having joined Great State four years ago from innovation company AKQA, where she was executive delivery director.

Chandler was previously division director at Great State and has been at the company for four years, having previously been senior vice-president client service at Harte Hanks.

Avery said: “Jinny and David have been an integral part of the agency’s significant growth journey over the past two years.

“I look forward to seeing the Jinny-David duo propel the agency, our people, and our clients further into this new era of growth.

“Their complementary skill sets in agency operations and building strong client relationships, along with their relentless focus on quality provide Great State with something that is both industry differentiating and powerful.”