MediaCom hires Davies

Davies (pictured) was previously head of conversion and digital at MediaCom as part of the firm’s Lloyds Banking Group account, a role he took up last year.

He has also worked in senior digital positions at Greenhouse, GroupM and MEC.

He has replaced Bianca Best, who was interim chief digital officer and has returned to her full-time job as global managing director of MediaCom’s technology division, Blink, and its strategic partnerships.

Kate Rowlinson, chief executive of MediaCom UK, said: “An experienced and practiced industry expert, Richard is perfectly placed to help our clients with their innovation challenges, ensuring they can respond to today’s industry demands. We are looking forward to seeing how Richard will help shape and deliver MediaCom’s digital vision.”