One of the world’s top data, insights and consulting companies has appointed a new Group Chief Executive Officer.
But, he won’t be taking the role until November 1.
Chris Jansen is taking the role at Kantar.
He joins Kantar with more than 20 years of leadership experience in the services sector, paired with what the company calls “an established track record” of managing private equity-owned businesses.
Jansen is currently the CEO of global school group Cognita, and he’s held the position for six years.
Prior to that, Jansen led the U.K.’s Automobile Association to a stock market flotation. This occurred in 2014. Jansen has also held leadership roles, and Board positions, at both British Gas and British Airways, having started his early career at Procter & Gamble Co.
Kantar Chairman Adam Crozier commented, “Chris’ track record of building great companies, as well as his entrepreneurial and competitive spirit, further strengthens the leadership team we have been building over the past 18 months. Chris is a highly people-centric leader who understands the importance a strong culture plays in delivering outstanding results. As we continue on our transformation journey at Kantar, and build on our recent business momentum, Chris’ leadership will be instrumental in fulfilling the ambition that we have for Kantar.”
Jansen added, “Kantar is rightly regarded as a world leader in data and insights led consultancy and has an outstanding reputation with its clients. This is a result of having outstanding people, and I am really looking forward to working very closely with the Kantar team. We have an exciting future ahead, as we continue to embrace advanced analytics and the latest technology in order to better serve our clients.”
