AANA CEO Scott McClellan steps down after nearly 4 years – Alina Bain to take role temporarily
After nearly four years in the role, Scott McClellan has stepped down as CEO of the Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA).
Says McClellan: “I’m proud of the industry leadership AANA has provided during my term as CEO, but now it’s time for me to take on new challenges. We have aggressively defended our self-regulatory Codes which have enabled the industry to fend off the push for tighter regulation over commercial freedom of expression. We also became a strong pro-advertiser voice among industry suppliers, driving greater accountability and effectiveness from the media and agencies. This effort has been rewarded by steady membership growth, as marketers have come to see AANA as their industry advocate.”
Acting chair, Inese Kingsmill of Telstra thanked Scott for his service to AANA.
Says Kingsmill: “During his time as CEO, Scott has skilfully managed a wide range of industry, government and community stakeholders to defend and promote the interests of marketers. The Association is now strongly positioned for continued growth and we thank him for his service.”
Alina Bain, AANA director of codes, policy and regulatory affairs will take responsibility as acting CEO whilst a search is conducted for a permanent replacement. Bain and AANA staff will also be supported by current board member, Ian Alwill (former director marketing & communications, Nestle) during this period of transition.
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Scott McClellan, AANA CEO 8.6.12.
The days of the million dollar production as the accepted norm in our industry appear to be coming to an end. As advertiser budgets come under renewed pressure in a tough trading environment, AANA members are saying it’s time to take a critical look at the commercial production process.
AANA responds to the industry, 8.8.12.
The days of Scott McClellan as our CEO appear to be coming to an end. As production budgets come under renewed pressure from advertisers, agencies, and the unfortunate comments of our AANA CEO, the industry at large is saying it’s time to take a critical look at his tenure.
KInd o f reminds one of the old chestnut . . .
Nietzsche, 1883. God is dead.
God, 1900. Nietzsche is dead.