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Next 15 Appoints Sam Knights As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEJun 26, 2025•12 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Next 15

Sam Knights
LondonMarketing

Description

Next 15 has announced the appointment of Sam Knights as its new CEO, succeeding Tim Dyson who is retiring. Knights previously led Shopper Media Group, a Next 15-owned media company, and will work alongside Dyson during a transitional period.

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Company

Next 15

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Next 15 is a publicly traded group that owns several marketing agencies, including M Booth, Archetype, and MHP Group. Established in 1992, the company has experienced significant growth, expanding through acquisitions and evolving into a leader in data-led growth consulting. The group aims to simplify its operations while innovating with emerging technologies.

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