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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of High Agency, we sit down with Frank Palmer, the legendary Canadian ad man who reshaped the country’s creative landscape. From his humble beginnings in Vancouver to building Palmer Jarvis into Canada’s most creatively acclaimed agency, Frank’s 50-year career is a masterclass in vision, grit, and unapologetic originality. As the architect behind the merger that formed DDB Canada, he transformed a local shop into a national creative powerhouse known for the country’s most talked-about and award-winning campaigns. FeaturingFrank PalmerFormer CEODDB Canada Frank Palmer is a legendary Canadian advertising pioneer with over 50 years of experience in the industry. He built Palmer Jarvis, Canada's most creatively acclaimed marketing communications agency. As the architect behind the merger with DDB Worldwide, Frank established DDB Canada, creating a powerhouse network renowned for producing the country's most talked-about and award-winning campaigns. A visionary leader who transformed Canadian advertising, Frank continues to shape the industry through innovative brand strategies and his unwavering commitment to creative excellence. Hosted byMo DhaliwalCEOSkyrocket Digital Software engineer turned marketer, Mo is an entrepreneur, cultural curator and technologist. In his role as founder and CEO of Skyrocket Digital, he helps clients with business, brand and technology to launch new ideas and grow their businesses. —High Agency: Conversations that Drive Growth and TransformationInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/highagencypodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/high-agency-pod/X: https://x.com/highagencypodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@highagencypod—Presented by Skyrocket Digital Skyrocket is the digital agency for ambitious leaders. Our capabilities empower business and marketing leaders with the confidence to launch new initiatives, grow their brands, and undergo the transformation necessary to achieve breakthrough results.
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