Madhavi Tumkur
Aug 3, 2010

Aegis Media appoints Gan Boon Guan as COO of Carat

SINGAPORE - Gan Boon Guan will oversee Carat's team in Singapore and its new business wins including Bank of Singapore, WSH, BPI, Philips regional and India Tourism.

Gan Boon Guan is appointed as the COO for Carat, Singapore
Gan Boon Guan is appointed as the COO for Carat, Singapore

Gan, an industry veteran in Singapore, has held leadership roles with OMD and Starcom.

“Given the stronger than expected rebound in the Singapore economy, coupled with some very significant additions such as Bank of Singapore, WSH, BPI, Philips regional and India Tourism earlier in the year, Carat has enjoyed tremendous growth," said Anupriya Acharya, CEO of Aegis Meida, Singapore.

She added, "Gan’s appointment is aimed at consolidating and keeping this momentum going for Carat. He comes with impeccable credentials and unmatched experience in the market.

Responding to the appointment, Gan said, “I am delighted to be joining Carat at a time when so many interesting developments are happening within the Aegis group. The energy in the organisation is quite apparent and excites me."

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