Stockport agency MMP Global has appointed Julian Gratton to head its creative offering.
Gratton joins the APS Group-owned agency as group creative director from Manchester’s Red C after more than 20 years’ experience in the industry, working with brands including Adidas, Pernod Ricard and Eurostar.
He will with a team of over 100 to expand MMP.Global’s existing client base, which includes, Superdrug, RAC, Brother, Mitchells and Butlers and the BBC.
Jason Gaunt, managing director at MMP.Global, said: “Julian joins us at an exciting time as we begin to develop plans to grow our reputation as a fully integrated agency beyond our UK base.
“His role is a major addition to the agency, as we look to strengthen and diversify our offering and client base in line with our growth plans.”
Gratton added: “I am privileged to join MMP.Global, as it embarks on its plans for growth. As part of the wider APS Group it already has a great reputation for delivering creative ideas for clients which work across a variety of channels – which was a big attraction for me.
“I’m looking forward to working with the team to build on their reputation, entice new clients and help it grow to rival the best agencies in the UK.”