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Reardon Elevated to CMO at Macy's

The retirement of Ron Klein, Macy's chief stores officer, has tipped off a series of shuffles at the retailer, including the elevation of Martine Reardon to CMO.
Mercedes Names Bernhard Glaser VP-Marketing for U.S.

Bernhard Glaser, a 20-year veteran of Mercedes-Benz, has been chosen as VP-marketing for the U.S. operation by the man he is succeeding, U.S. CEO Steve Cannon.
People on the Move: Murray Hardie Returns to Hall & Partners as U.S. CEO

The Omnicom Group brand-research shop is bringing Mr. Hardie back to the company he introduced to the U.S. 16 years ago.
People on the Move: Clear Channel Outdoor Promotes William Eccleshare to CEO

William Eccleshare, CEO of Clear Channel Outdoor's international division, now also has responsibility for the Americas. Other movers this week include Adam Hirsch, Philip R. Wiser, Jennifer Tarsitano, Bob Hammond, Mark Pollard and Jean Batthany.
Steve Stoute Hires Chief Creative Officer at Translation
As part of his plan to evolve Translation from a multicultural agency into a general-market shop, Steve Stoute has tapped Chris Cereda to serve as the agency's new chief creative officer.
Former Saatchi Exec Michael Keeshan Dies at 60

Marketer and entrepreneur Michael Derek Keeshan died of a sudden heart attack in his Old Greenwich, Conn. home on January 18. He was 60.
Porter Novelli President Julie Winskie Exits Firm
Porter Novelli President Julie Winskie is departing the Omnicom Group shop after a 25-year career. Her exit comes at a tumultuous time for the PR agency, which has seen a wave of management changes and some client losses.
People on the Move: Wal-Mart Taps Neil Ashe to Head Global E-Commerce

Former CBS Interactive president Neil Ashe has been named president-CEO of Wal-Mart Stores' global e-commerce business. Other moves this week include Simon Calvert's role as head of strategic planning at Digitas, new Clear Channel President John Sykes and Wenner Media Chief Digital Officer David Kang.
Kraft Cutting Jobs in Advance of Split

Kraft Foods will reorganize its domestic sales team, consolidate its U.S. management centers and trim the corporate and business units. About 40% of the cuts will be from the sales reorganization, though the company could not say how many will be in marketing.
What's on Your Desk, Rich Silverstein?

Rich Silverstein is drawn to Americana, from bridges to baubles, from cars to cartoons.
Julie Roehm Resurfaces in Senior Marketing Post at SAP

It's been five years since Julie Roehm has had a full-time marketing gig, but as of this month, she's returned: Ms. Roehm is the new senior VP-marketing at business-software company SAP.
People on the Move: Angela Wei Named Chief Digital Officer of Arnold, New York

Angela Wei, who was most recently executive director-digital marketing solutions at Time Inc., is moving to Arnold to head digital operations.
Tim Tebow: The NFL's New $10 Million Dollar Man?

He's got a trendsetter rating on a par with George Clooney and an influence rating rivaling Lady Gaga's, so can anything stop the Broncos' Tim Tebow from becoming a $10 million endorser? Maybe, but it's not what you're thinking.
Mary Beth West to Lead Marketing at Kraft's Snacks Spin-Off

Kraft Foods has picked a pair of internal candidates to lead marketing at the two new companies it will form at the end of 2012: Mary Beth West and Michael Hsu.
PR Pro Tony Blankley Dies at 63
Edelman's Tony Blankley, 63, has died after a battle with stomach cancer. He was press secretary for Newt Gingrich in the 1990s and most recently exec VP-public affairs in Edelman's D.C. office.
People on the Move: Jeff Pomeroy Leaves Turner to Form JDP Communications

Twenty-year sports and entertainment PR veteran Jeff Pomeroy will serve as president of the newly formed JDP Communications, a full-service Atlanta-based sports and entertainment boutique PR firm.
Murray Leaves Shopper-Marketing Agency Saatchi & Saatchi X

Andy Murray has left the shopper-marketing agency he founded, Saatchi & Saatchi X, to focus on Mercury 11, the new-business incubator he started last year.
Social-Media Outreach Begins for Ad Exec Madonna Badger
Social-media outreach has begun for Madonna Badger, a marketing executive and founder of a branding design group, whose family died in a house fire in Connecticut early Christmas morning.
People on the Move: IPG Mediabrands Promotes Prashant Kumar to Asia Regional President

IPG has expanded the role of Malaysia CEO Prashant Kumar to oversee the World Markets Asia group. Also this week, new hires at Republica, USA Today, Relativity Media, DoubleVerify and Hill & Knowlton.
People on the Move: Popeyes Promotes Richard H. Lynch to Chief Global Brand Officer

Richard Lynch, who has been CMO since 2008, will oversee global marketing, and internal and external communications.
F. Warren Hellman Dies at 77
F. Warren Hellman, private-equity investor who helped orchestrate a leveraged buyout of Levi Strauss & Co. and financed the restructuring of Y&R, has died.
Fisker Names Marketing Exec to Promote High-End Hybrids
Fisker Automotive, which markets high-end hybrids, has appointed Richard Beattie chief commercial officer, a new position, to direct global marketing as the company readies to launch its Karma sedan.
Avon Calling for CEO to Succeed Jung
Avon is knocking on doors looking for a CEO to replace Andrea Jung, who rose to the post after instituting a new marketing direction for the world's biggest door-to-door seller. One analyst said the company "has been under a lot of pressure and so has she. It's not an easy fix."
Dale Adams to Head Omnicom's Diversified Agency Services
Omnicom Group promoted Dale Adams from president to CEO of the company's highly profitable Diversified Agency Services (DAS) division.
People on the Move: JWT India Names Bindu Sethi as Chief Strategy Officer and Bobby Pawar as Chief Creative

After leading Asia Pacific strategy at Grey Group, Bindu Sethi returns to JWT India. Joining her is Bobby Pawar, who was previously chief creative officer at Mudra Group.
Anne Bologna Reunites With Former Toy Partners at MDC

After an 18-month stint at independent Cramer-Krasselt, Anne Bologna is headed to MDC Partners to become a managing director at the Toronto-based holding company.
People on the Move: Univision Promotes Luis Patino to Senior VP

Also in this week's moves, Brides names a new sales team, Gilt's Fernando Romero moves to DailyCandy and Jonathan Lum comes to Olson from Goodby to head strategy.
IAA Names Deborah Malone President and Executive Director

The International Advertising Association has named Deborah Malone as the new president and executive director for the industry association. She succeeds Michael Lee, who stepped down earlier this year.
People on the Move: Yum Brands Names Micky Pant CEO

Mr. Pant, most recently president of Yum Restaurants International, takes over for Graham Allen, who is leaving the company early next year.
Kuniskis Tapped to Lead Fiat North America

Chrysler Group has appointed Timothy Kuniskis as head of Fiat brand sales and marketing to replace Fiat North America head Laura Soave, who left the company to "pursue other interests."