Nancy Vonk

Nancy Vonk is a prominent figure in the advertising and creative leadership industry. She is the co-founder and partner of Swim, a creative leadership consultancy that designs programs to help ambitious individuals maximize their impact.2

Career Highlights

Nancy's career in advertising has been both successful and influential. Prior to founding Swim, she served as the Co-Chief Creative Officer of Ogilvy & Mather Toronto for 13 years.2 During her tenure, she and her team delivered outstanding results for global brands like Unilever and Kraft.2

One of Nancy's most notable achievements was her involvement in the Cannes Grand Prix-winning work for Dove's Campaign For Real Beauty.2 This campaign gained worldwide recognition and helped establish her reputation as a creative leader.

Awards and Recognition

Nancy Vonk has received numerous accolades throughout her career:

• In September 2012, she was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Advertising by Advertising Age.1
• She was inducted into the Marketing Hall of Legends by the Toronto Chapter of the American Marketing Association in June 2011.1
• Nancy was honored as one of the Women of Influence 2008 Toronto honorees.1
• In May 2007, she received the Women of the Year | The Harriett Abbott for Advertising honor from The WIN Awards (Women's Image Network) in Los Angeles.1

Publications and Thought Leadership

Nancy is also an accomplished author. She co-wrote "Pick Me" and "Darling, You Can't Do Both (And Other Noise To Ignore On Your Way Up)," published by HarperCollins.2 The latter book has been described by Fast Company co-founder Alan Webber as "The how-to follow-up to Lean In".2

Through Swim, Nancy continues to shape the industry by offering experiential learning programs designed to have a lasting impact on individuals and groups in creative leadership roles.2