Maurice Lvy Talks Rivalry and Succession at Advertising Week Europe
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Maurice Lvy spoke about his rivalry with WPP CEO Martin Sorrell, and gave hints about succession planning at Publicis Groupe on the first day of Advertising Week Europe in London today. The group’s chairman-CEO said he will be succeeded by a team, not a single person.
The session took place inside St. James Church, Piccadilly and Mr. Lvy, referring to the unusual location, began, “Brothers and sisters I am coming to confession,” before adding, “I’m Jewish.”
Asked about his relationship with WPP CEO Martin Sorrell, which has involved a series of public spats over many years, Mr. Lvy said, “Historically there has been a war. I hate personal fights and I don’t believe it’s right. We can have a lot of personal competition without a nasty, small, naughty way of dealing with the press.”
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