Richard Shaw has been promoted to chief creative officer of Howatson+Company.
Richard joined Howatson+Company in 2022, as executive creative director. He was the promoted to most deputy chief creative officer in 2024, where he has been foundational in new business wins and sustained creative excellence.
“The very best candidate to lead us into the future was already here,” said Howatson+Company founder and CEO Chris Howatson.
“Rich is an incredible creative leader, talent, and partner to brands. What makes Rich’s work special is how he balances the three pillars of modern persuasion – idea, craft and orchestration. I’m proud to see him represent creativity at H+Co”.
“Working alongside Howie and the team to get to this point has been an amazing journey. It goes without saying how excited I am for this next chapter. We’ve got the most incredible clients and talent across the agency and I can’t wait to keep building on that. Our aim is clear, make the most impactful, most effective, most ambitious work and have fun doing it,” Shaw added.
Shaw has succeeded Gavin Chimes who departed from the indie earlier this month.
Shaw’s position is effective immediately and he will announce further senior hires in the coming weeks.
