Nielsen names Warren Jenson president

In his expanded role, Jenson will oversee Nielsen’s modernisation programme and will manage the firm’s information technology, corporate development and global strategy functions alongside his oversight of finance.

Nielsen’s portfolio analytics business unit will also be overseen by Jenson, who will continue to report to Nielsen chief executive Karthik Rao.

Jenson has worked for Nielsen since April 2023, having previously worked for companies including Acxiom, LiveRamp and Silver Spring Networks.

Rao said: “Warren has made a tremendous impact on our organisation since joining Nielsen and proven to be a trusted adviser as we’ve navigated a changing environment.

“His expanded role will be integral to our work as we set out to transform our business now and into the future.”