MEC hires new talent

Beth Egan, Managing Partner, Account Director. Beth joins from Universal McCann where she worked was Senior VP, Managing Director, managing the l'Oreal Paris US account. Her extensive experience in client service leadership and integrated marketing will be a massive asset to MEC. Prior to Universal McCann, Beth was at MediaVest where she worked on clients such as Kraft Foods, Coca-Cola USA and , Continental AirlinesShe will be based in MEC's New York office and will report to Renee Milliaressis..

Mason Franklin, Senior Partner, Communications Planning. Most recently, Mason was at Leo Burnett Detroit, as Senior VP, Executive Account Director managing the GMC account, General Motors' second largest division. Previously, he was Senior VP, Managing Director of Strategic Research and Consumer Context Planning at Starcom Mediavest Group. His categoy experience includes automotive, foods, household goods, and financial services. Mason will work on the AT&T account, be based in New York and report to Meridith Jamin.

Laura Agostini, Chief Talent Officer, MEC, said "The appointments of Beth, and Mason are significant moves for MEC. They each bring outstanding skills and specific expertise - from communications planning to client service - that will enhance our overall leadership team. It is quite clear that they will fit in effortlessly at MEC and we're thrilled they have joined us and look forward to working with them".