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Garrett Self
EVP, Client Business Partner at UM Worldwide
Garrett Self is an experienced media and marketing professional currently serving as EVP, Client Business Partner at UM Worldwide, a global media agency.1 Based in the Greater Chicago Area, Self has extensive experience in global agency and brand leadership roles.1
Professional Experience
Garrett Self's career at UM Worldwide includes:
- EVP, Client Business Partner (May 2021 - Present)
- SVP, Client Business Partner (June 2019 - May 2021)
In his current role, Self leads the UM Chicago office and manages Chicago-based client engagements while helping to build the UM US network.1
Previous Roles
Before joining UM Worldwide, Self held several notable positions:
- Director of Marketing/Integrated Media North America at SC Johnson (December 2018 - June 2019)
- Director, Global Experience Planning & Integrated Media at Kimberly-Clark (April 2015 - July 2018)
- Global Strategy Director at PHD (August 2013 - April 2015)
Expertise and Skills
Self's professional profile highlights his strengths in:
- Communication planning
- Target insights
- Cross-channel thinking
- Digital marketing
- Media strategy
- Business development
He has experience working with major brands such as Microsoft, Intel, PepsiCo, State Farm, SAP, and HP.1
Professional Approach
Self describes himself as team-oriented, strategic by inclination, and analytical on demand. He emphasizes his ability to manage teams and P&Ls while still enjoying the creative aspects of building and executing ideas to grow businesses.1