Kerry Hemmerich is the Chief Client Officer at Spark Foundry, a global media agency brand within Publicis Media. Spark Foundry’s bold vision harnesses a startup spirit with a powerhouse soul that melds an entrepreneurial and innovative business approach with the resources, capabilities, and marketplace clout of a larger network. The agency was recently named Ad Age’s 2022 “Media Agency of the Year” and Adweek’s 2022 “U.S. Media Agency of the Year.”
In her role as CCO, Hemmerich is responsible for driving the focus on key growth priorities for both the agency and its clients. She has held ascending roles for over 20 years at Publicis Media. Throughout her tenure, she has demonstrated agile leadership across a variety of verticals, deepened her expertise in consumer product goods, and expanded her mastery of complex portfolios.
Hemmerich also serves as the executive lead for the Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, Cars.com, Walgreens and Conagra accounts. Throughout her career, she has developed award-winning programs for brands including Kraft, P&G, and MolsonCoors.
Outside of the office, Hemmerich is passionate about mentorship. She has mentored over 40 current and former employees and volunteers with Tutoring Chicago, an organization that aims to bring the power of education and support to Chicago students facing economic barriers.