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Phil Gaughran

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Phil Gaughran is a senior advertising executive known for leading large-scale creative operations across North and South America. In his role as CEO of the Americas at Dentsu Creative, he oversees the agency network's creative output and business across the region, working to position Dentsu Creative as a competitive force in integrated brand storytelling and creative services. Gaughran built his career across some of the most prominent creative agencies in the world. He spent a significant portion of his career at Leo Burnett, rising through the ranks in creative and leadership roles, before moving into broader executive positions. His background is rooted in creative development and agency management, giving him a perspective that bridges craft and commerce. He joined Dentsu Creative as part of the network's broader effort to consolidate and elevate its creative capabilities globally, bringing experienced agency leaders into key regional roles to drive growth and creative ambition.

Last updated Oct 25, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
CEO of the Americas
Company
Dentsu Creative
Based
New York, New York, United States

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Years in industry
25 years

Bio

Phil Gaughran is a senior advertising executive known for leading large-scale creative operations across North and South America. In his role as CEO of the Americas at Dentsu Creative, he oversees the agency network's creative output and business across the region, working to position Dentsu Creative as a competitive force in integrated brand storytelling and creative services. Gaughran built his career across some of the most prominent creative agencies in the world. He spent a significant portion of his career at Leo Burnett, rising through the ranks in creative and leadership roles, before moving into broader executive positions. His background is rooted in creative development and agency management, giving him a perspective that bridges craft and commerce. He joined Dentsu Creative as part of the network's broader effort to consolidate and elevate its creative capabilities globally, bringing experienced agency leaders into key regional roles to drive growth and creative ambition.

Expertise & education

Expertise

Creative Agency LeadershipIntegrated MarketingBrand StorytellingCreative OperationsAgency ManagementRegional Business Development

Speaking topics

Creative leadershipThe future of creative agenciesBrand storytelling

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Appointed CEO of the Americas at Dentsu Creative as part of the network's global creative consolidation strategy
  • Rose to Chief Creative Officer level at Leo Burnett, one of the world's most storied creative agencies