FCB Partner New Honor Society Announces Two New Senior Hires

Left, Tischen Franklin SVP, group creative director, right, Jill Clarkson SVP, general manager

New Honor Society is thrilled to announce the addition of Jill Clarkson as its new SVP, general manager, and Tischen Franklin as SVP, group creative director. Together, they bring decades of experience, bold ideas, and a passion for creativity that will elevate the agency to new heights.

As an FCB partner, New Honour Society offers the agility of a boutique agency combined with the resources and expertise of a global powerhouse. This partnership allows clients to benefit from both personalised attention and world-class capabilities, with support from leaders across the network, including Jennifer Neumann, president of FCB Chicago, and Pedro Pérez, chief creative officer at FCB Chicago.

Jill Clarkson brings extensive experience leading marketing strategy and brand development for notable local clients such as Nestlé Purina Petcare, and BJC HealthCare, including her recent work with St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Her ability to blend creativity and strategic insight has also driven results for iconic global brands like Gatorade, McDonald’s, and Coca-Cola.

Jill Clarkson SVP, general manager

“Jill has demonstrated a remarkable ability to connect strategy and creativity to drive results,” said Jennifer Neumann, president, FCB Chicago. “Her leadership and energy are exactly what New Honor Society needs to continue delivering bold and purpose-driven solutions for our clients.”

Tischen Franklin, an innovative creative leader currently based in Brooklyn, NY, brings a career spanning advertising, social media, experiential marketing, and publishing. As SVP, group creative director, Tischen will lead New Honor Society’s creative teams in crafting impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive meaningful results. His leadership roles at agencies such as 160over90 and UWG have shaped ground breaking work for brands like Ford, Target, and Johnson & Johnson, combining cultural insights with compelling storytelling.

Tischen Franklin SVP, group creative director

“Tischen’s ability to merge cultural relevance with impactful storytelling is remarkable,” said Pedro Pérez, chief creative officer, FCB. “His leadership will ensure that NHS’s work resonates deeply with audiences while delivering meaningful business outcomes.”

“Creativity is about connecting brands with culture in ways that feel authentic and meaningful,” said Tischen Franklin. “When I met the New Honor Society team, I immediately saw a shared passion for bringing bold, impactful ideas to life.”

These new additions highlight New Honor Society’s dedication to breaking barriers through creativity and purpose. Based in St. Louis, MO, the agency specialises in impactful marketing, blending boutique intimacy with the global reach of the FCB network.