Stagwell (Stgw) Acquires Wolfgang To Expand The Doner Partners Network; Colin Jeffery Appointed Chief Creative Officer Of Doner
Oct 05, 2022•about 3 years ago
Acquiring Company
Stagwell
Acquired Company
WOLFGANG
Description
Today, full-service agency Doner, known for operating at the intersection of Modern & Main Street, marks its 85th anniversary by welcoming award-winning creative agency Wolfgang to the Doner Partners Network (DPN). As part of this acquisition by Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the founding partners of Wolfgang will take on meaningful leadership roles within the DPN and enhance the network's West Coast presence. These moves come as the DPN accelerates momentum with new business wins and industry accolades, including Doner's recognition as an Ad Age A-List 2022 Standout Agency
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