Christopher Andrews

Christopher Andrews is the President & CEO of BBDO Canada, a prominent advertising agency. He assumed this role in June 2020.1 With extensive experience in the advertising and marketing industry, Andrews has a career that spans across Canada, the United States, and Europe.

Career Highlights

Previous Positions::

• President at The&Partnership (September 2015 - June 2020)
• EVP, Global Account Head at Leo Burnett Worldwide (December 2012 - September 2015)
• Managing Director at TAXI Amsterdam (October 2011 - December 2012)

Early Career:: Andrews started his career in the music business before transitioning to marketing and advertising.1 He spent a significant portion of his career at TAXI, where he held various roles of increasing responsibility from 2004 to 2012.

Responsibilities and Achievements

As President & CEO of BBDO Canada, Christopher Andrews is responsible for:

• Setting the strategic vision for the agency
• Driving business growth in the Canadian market
• Managing complex client relationships
• Overseeing multiple disciplines and markets

During his tenure at The&Partnership, the agency doubled in size under his leadership.1

Education and Personal

Christopher Andrews holds a BA (Honours) degree from the University of Toronto.1 Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, particularly nurturing his daughter's interests in art, music, and travel. Interestingly, Andrews may be the only person running a Canadian agency who has had a record deal.1

Professional Philosophy

Andrews is known for his:

• Deep love of creativity and its power to drive business results
• Belief in balancing art and commerce
• Passion for helping clients navigate complex organizational challenges
• Collaborative and positive leadership style1

Christopher Andrews brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to his role at BBDO Canada, combining his background in music with his extensive advertising industry expertise.