Advertising agency Connelly Partners has appointed Jimmy Murphy as Deputy Managing Director.
The company said in a statement: "Jimmy brings over 25 years of industry experience to this new role.
"Alongside Managing Director Vaunnie McDermott, Jimmy will play a key part in continuing the strong recent growth of Connelly Partners in Ireland."
Mr Murphy has previously worked at Publicis Dublin and The Hive, where he held shareholding directorships.
He most recently served as Chief Commercial Officer at ACNE Dublin, part of Deloitte Digital.
He is a former Board Member of CopyClear, ensuring compliance for alcohol brand marketing across Ireland.
Additionally, Jimmy is a former Chair of the Marketing Society and a past President of IAPI, underscoring his deep commitment to the advertising industry.
With a 50-person strong team in Dublin, Connelly Partners provides an end-to-end, full-service offering for clients, within both Irish and global markets.
The independent advertising agency's clients include Heineken brands Birra Moretti & Coors, The National Transport Authority and ESB & Electric Ireland.
Recent recruits also include Co-Creative Directors Sam Moorhead and Mikey Fleming.
Vaunnie McDermott, Managing Director at Connelly Partners, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Jimmy to our team.
"His vast experience, leadership, and industry knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve as an agency.
"We are excited about the energy and perspective he will bring to Connelly Partners, as well as his ability to deliver commercial success for our clients.”
Jimmy Murphy commented: “Connelly Partners is an agency that embodies the values I’ve always championed throughout my career: Integrity, curiosity, and empathy.
"Their impressive growth and portfolio of work are a solid foundation and I’m excited to contribute to the agency’s continued success.
"This is an exciting time and I look forward to the challenges ahead.”
