Ogilvy Thailand’s Jiravara Virayavardhana retires after over 30 years with the agency: Mettipapan Tongton appointed Ogilvy Lead

Ogilvy Thailand Announces Leadership Transition

BANGKOK, 18 August 2026 — Ogilvy Thailand today announced the appointment of Mettipapan Tongton as Ogilvy Lead, succeeding Chief Executive Officer Jiravara Virayavardhana, who is retiring after more than 31 years with the company, most recently leading Ogilvy Thailand. Effective August 2026, this strategic appointment arrives at a pivotal moment as WPP drives a simpler, faster, and more connected operating model. Ogilvy’s Strong Global Leadershi…

Ogilvy Thailand’s Jiravara Virayavardhana retires after over 30 years with the agency: Mettipapan Tongton appointed Ogilvy Lead

Ogilvy Thailand’s Jiravara Virayavardhana will retire after more than 31 years with the company, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 2026. Mettipapan Tongton will take on the role of Ogilvy Lead, succeeding Virayavardhana. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment as WPP drives a simpler, faster and more connected operating model.