Havas Media Group North America Appoints Matthew Bogusz as Head of Growth

Havas Media Group (HMG) North America today announced Matthew Bogusz has joined the agency as its new managing partner, head of growth. His appointment reflects the agency’s continued commitment to accelerate its overall growth strategy in North America, driven by HMG North America CEO Greg Walsh. Based in Chicago, Matthew will report directly to Greg and serve on the agency’s North American executive leadership team.  

“We’re thrilled to have Matt join our team,” said Greg. “With a career leading some of the industry’s most recognisable brands and a background in performance media, Matt’s not only the perfect addition to drive our growth team but will play a key role on the leadership team as we continue to enhance our capabilities in delivering meaningful media experiences for our clients.”

Matthew is a seasoned omnichannel leader with experience at Omnicom, Publicis, and independent agency NOVUS. He has held senior strategy and activation roles which span retail, auto, CGP, luxury, financial, health, and travel verticals. His work for brands including Oscar Mayer, Lunchables, Planters Nuts, Porsche, Bentley, Barilla, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Kohl’s, Thrivent Financial, Mayo Clinic, Walgreens, and Lidl has claimed Effie awards, a Digiday Content Marketing Award, Adweek Media Plan of The Year, and a Festival of Media Award. Most recently, Matthew worked with print agency NOVUS to build and scale a digital practice and programmatic trading operation. Additionally, he recently retired from local government as Mayor of Des Plaines, Illinois, having been elected to public office for twelve years.

“I’m truly excited to join the amazing leaders at Havas Media Group, an agency that has consistently delivered meaningful results and is a formidable force in our industry,” said Matthew. “I believe HMG to be on the cusp of significant growth and I’m ready to partner with the entire organization – from media planner to the executive leadership team – to take our business to the next level.”

Matthew begins his new role immediately.