Publicis Health Welcomes Annabelle Sandeman to Chief Growth Officer Role

Publicis Health has announced Annabelle Sandeman as its new chief growth officer in the UK. She will be responsible for driving the growth strategy of the Practice headquartered in London, incorporating the brands Digitas Health, Langland and Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness. She will report directly into chief executive officer (CEO), Victoria Wright.

An industry titan with over 25 years’ experience, Annabelle brings an extensive track record and knowledge across the health sector, making her uniquely placed to drive growth and strategic development from the ground up. She most recently held the role of global head of commercial strategy at Huntsworth, now Inizio. Since leaving Inizio, Annabelle has worked with Private Equity and agencies of all sizes and disciplines on their growth strategies across key clients and their needs. Annabelle will continue to hold a position on the board of the Healthcare Communications Association, which unites agencies and global healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotech companies in advocating for the sector.

At Publicis Health she will have responsibility for setting the vision, the creation and execution of a long-term growth strategy as we navigate a period where health and wellness is ever-more imperative to maintain, uphold, and strengthen for all.

“Having Annabelle join our team is a significant coup. Together with our leadership team, I know that we are going to achieve great things, building on our current success and firmly establishing Publicis Health at the centre of international health communications,” comments Victoria.

Annabelle said, “It is a great pleasure for me to join Publicis Health, which is home to world-renowned brands. Our clients are looking to transform and in a challenging market, they need the super skillset that Publicis Health offers. The Power of One is particularly important to leverage. Through it, our clients can access the best of the best from anywhere in the Groupe. I can’t wait to get started!” 

Annabelle assumes her responsibilities immediately and joins the Publicis Health Executive Leadership Team.