Heide Gardner to Retire from IPG After Nearly 20 Years Leading Company’s Diversity and Inclusion Efforts
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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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Since joining Interpublic in 2003 as the first Chief Diversity Officer for an advertising holding company, Gardner helped IPG establish diversity, equity, and inclusion as key differentiators.
Key Points:
- Since joining Interpublic in 2003 as the first Chief Diversity Officer for an advertising holding company, Gardner helped IPG establish diversity, equity, and inclusion as key differentiators.
- IPG was also the first advertising and marketing holding company to disclose U.S. racial and gender data by level.
- Gardner, who was recognized on Advertising Ages one-time list of the 100 Most Influential Women in Advertising, has influenced the ad industry broadly.
- Throughout her career and time with IPG, Gardner has received many awards for thought leadership, effective advocacy, and achievement in the diversity and inclusion field.