Ralph Pardo

Ralph Pardo serves as CEO of North America for Omnicom Media, the media services division of Omnicom Group, one of the largest global advertising holding companies. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and operational leadership of Omnicom's media agency brands across the North American market, including OMD, PHD, and Hearts & Science, collectively managing billions in media billings for major advertisers. Pardo brings extensive experience in media agency leadership and client strategy to the role, having navigated the evolving landscape of data-driven advertising, programmatic media, and audience-based buying. His appointment to the CEO North America role in 2026 reflects Omnicom's continued investment in strengthening its media capabilities at a time of significant industry transformation, including the integration of AI into media planning and the ongoing evolution of identity and measurement solutions. Throughout his career, Pardo has been associated with large-scale media operations and the challenge of delivering accountable, performance-driven media investments for blue-chip clients. His leadership at Omnicom Media positions him at the intersection of traditional media buying and the advanced data and technology capabilities that define modern AdTech-enabled media agencies.

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