Observed Signal · Jul 27, 2026 · Hiring · Source: Horizont · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Philipp und Keuntje CCO Marjorieth Sanmartin Departs
Hamburg-based creative agency Philipp und Keuntje (PUK), part of the Fischer-Appelt Group, has reorganized its leadership by installing a new management board that distributes operational responsibility across multiple executives. As part of the change, Chief Creative Officer Marjorieth Sanmartin is leaving the agency after three years. Her role will not be replaced. The report was published by HORIZONT on July 27, 2026.
Personnel and organizational change at a single creative agency; limited industry impact beyond agency and client relationships.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Philipp und Keuntje installed a new management board to distribute operational responsibility.
- Marjorieth Sanmartin, Chief Creative Officer, is leaving Philipp und Keuntje after three years.
- The agency will not refill the Chief Creative Officer position following her departure.
- Philipp und Keuntje is part of the Fischer-Appelt Group.
- Article published by HORIZONT on 2026-07-27.
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