WPP, one of the "Big Four" advertising holding companies, manages its media buying and investment through (formerly known as GroupM ). This division acts as the parent brand for several specialized agencies that handle massive global ad spend across traditional and digital channels. Major WPP Media Agencies
Formed from the merger of Essence (digital/programmatic specialists) and Mediacom (scale/creative media), this agency focuses on "breakthrough" media in a digital-first world.
In early 2026, Nancy Hall was named CEO of WPP Media U.S. , reporting to Global CEO Brian Lesser .
A global agency focused on "Good Growth," blending data-driven strategies with adaptive marketing.
