Adweek

By Andrew McMains

Whether opening a new overseas office, meeting with CMOs or pitching an account, Arnold global CEO Andrew Benett shifts gears and multitasks with ease, often at a relentless pace. Even in casual conversation, he’s intense, focused. “Every word is purposeful,” said Con Williamson, a former colleague and chief creative officer at Saatchi & Saatchi New York.

Since Benett joined Arnold in January 2010 from Euro RSCG, the Havas agency’s revenue has grown 32 percent to an estimated $310 million, with about 80 percent of the growth coming from new accounts, including Dell, CVS, Alberto Culver, Aetna and New Balance. The shop has expanded to four overseas cities (Amsterdam, Sydney, Shanghai and Sao Paulo), and its work for Jack Daniel’s, Carnival Cruise Lines and Progressive has generated buzz and industry recognition.

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