Grey Bolsters Leadership Team
Grey announced two key additions to its leadership team. Vonda LePage has joined as Chief Communications Officer, bringing decades of strategic communications experience, while Erin Joyce has taken on the role of Head of Social, lending her unmatched creativity and extensive background in digital content creation.
Reporting to Global CEO Laura Maness, Vonda will oversee Grey's global communications strategy. She is a seasoned communications professional who has successfully elevated brand awareness and visibility for agencies and clients including AB InBev, GoDaddy, Microsoft, Nabisco, Pfizer, Reebok, and Volkswagen.
Prior to joining Grey, Vonda served as Executive Vice President and Director of Communications at Deutsch, where she was instrumental in shaping external and internal communications. She has also held leadership roles at Edelman Worldwide and FCB and is a past co-chair of the 4As Communications Committee.
Vonda said, “Grey is a creative powerhouse with a dynamic leadership team that cares deeply about creativity, their people, and nurturing the brand. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to work with Laura, Gabriel and the global team to tell more of the agency’s brand’s work, people, and client stories from around the world.”
Laura Maness, Global CEO said: "We are thrilled to welcome Vonda and Erin to the Grey team. Vonda’s wealth of experience and strategic mindset will be invaluable in enhancing our profile and communicating the exciting work we’re creating for our clients. Erin, an innovative creator and digital native, joins our creative team, reinforcing our commitment to connect with today's audiences and drive results."
As Head of Social, Erin Joyce will leverage her over 10 years of experience developing digital content for top brands. She is a creative thinker, content producer, strategist and advocate for best-in-class social campaigns. Erin will report to Thiago Cruz, Chief Creative Officer of Grey New York.
Erin joins Grey from Google's Creative Works team, where she served as Global Creative Lead and Head of the Americas. She has also held notable roles including Senior Creative at Twitch's branded content studio.
Throughout her career, Erin's work has been recognized by leading industry organizations including the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Producers Guild of America, Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Erin said, "I am thrilled to join the Grey NY creative team and to lead our social and content efforts. My philosophy has always been to create content that is community-focused so I’m excited to bring this approach to our impressive list of clients. I believe that authentic social content has the ability to drive business outcomes, and I am eager to embark on this exciting journey ahead."