There are good reasons for brands to spend their ad dollars with trusted news outlets, writes Jamie Credland, CEO of World Media Group, an alliance of leading global media organisations.

This year will see more than half the world’s population heading to the polls, with at least 70 countries holding national elections including the US, the UK, India and Russia. The results of these elections will shape the socioeconomic landscape for millions of people and will have huge implications for businesses and marketers. Read the full article here: https://www.warc.com/newsandopinion/opinion/should-you-advertise-in-an-election-year/6567

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World Media Group (WMG) has appointed Jamie Credland as CEO, succeeding Belinda Barker.

Credland was most recently senior vice-president, marketing and strategy, at The Economist Group. In his new role, he will be supported by two newly appointed co-presidents: Samantha Adams, vice-president, advertising sales, Western Europe, at BBC Studios; and Emma Winchurch-Beale, vice-president, group partnerships UK, at Economist Impact.

Barker, who led WMG for 15 years, will remain on the board and act as chair in 2024.  To read the full article in The Media Leader click HERE