Clemenger BBDO Sydney CEO Brent Kerby departs the agency to pursue new ventures

Clemenger BBDO Sydney CEO Brent Kerby has departed the agency after approximately 10 months in the role to pursue two independent ventures.

Kerby joined Clemenger BBDO Sydney from BWM Isobar Sydney (Dentsu Creative Sydney), where he held the role of managing director.

Says Les Timar, CEO, Clemenger Group: “Brent joined Clemenger BBDO in February and developed strong relationships with key clients and team members during his time with the agency.

“He also played an important role in the creation of the new Clemenger BBDO Australia model, bringing our Melbourne and Sydney agencies together to provide our clients with the best capability and expertise.

“Brent has agreed to finish in his role at the end of this year to provide continuity of leadership ahead of Dani Bassil’s imminent arrival as CEO of Clemenger BBDO Australia.

“Clemenger Group would like to thank Brent for his valued contribution to the Clemenger BBDO story and wishes him every success.”

Says Kerby: “I wish the Clemenger Group and the Clemenger BBDO team all the very best as the agency continues to evolve. After almost 20 years in great agencies, working with wonderful clients and talented teammates, I’m leaving to pursue two independent ventures.

“One is an Australian design business called Inartisan, focusing on art, furniture and interiors. The other is a joint venture with Australian technology company JanusKS, who through the platform Projectal are bringing AI to the operational management of creative businesses.

“I look forward to sharing more detail at the appropriate time.”