In this issue:
New data on staff diversity and churn at ad agencies shows that while marginalized groups are represented among agency staff, leadership remains largely white.Mental health may be the next frontier in agency DEI initiatives. How the ad industry can shift its approach toward parenthood.BBDO’s chief executive says there is widespread ageism in the industry.The industry’s problem with not giving credit where it is due - particularly for women of color.
The diversity picture at ad agencies
Campaign released its Agency Report Cards this week, including self-reported data on diversity, demographics, leadership, and churn at U.S. ad agencies. Takeaways included:
The number of women on staff at agencies outnumbers the number of men.Women make up 50% of