Unilever in advertising shake-up as Chief Model Officer departs

THE WHAT? Unilever’s Chief Model Officer and Chief Fairness, Variety and Inclusion Officer, Aline Santos Farhat is about to depart the UK-based FMCG large after a 35-year profession on the firm.

THE DETAILS No direct alternative has been introduced; the worldwide advertising workforce will now report back to Esi Eggleston Bracey, Chief Progress and Advertising and marketing Officer whereas the worldwide fairness, range and inclusion workforce will report back to HR, in keeping with a report printed by Advertising and marketing Week.

THE WHY? No cause was given for Santos’ departure. She revealed on her LinkedIn profile that she is but to resolve on her subsequent steps and was embracing her ‘leap into the unknown’. “The longevity of a 35-year profession in such a vibrant firm is a real privilege,” she posted. “As I have fun this landmark anniversary, I’m additionally delighted to share that I’m beginning my subsequent chapter; I’m leaving Unilever on the finish of March to embark on an entire new journey (particulars of that are unknown even to me!).”