Tokyo, Japan – Hakuhodo Inc. has appointed Third Domingo as APAC chief creative officer of Hakuhodo International, effective immediately.
Domingo, founder and chairman of IdeasXMachina and director and creative chief of Hakuhodo International Philippines, will now oversee creative leadership across the company’s expanding Asia-Pacific network.
His appointment highlights Hakuhodo’s commitment to world-class creative talent informed by strong regional insight.
Domingo has built a significant industry profile through his leadership of IXM and Hakuhodo International Philippines, where he steered top-level campaigns and introduced new business units that broadened the collective’s capabilities.
Kentaro Kimura, corporate officer of Hakuhodo Inc. and CCO of Hakuhodo International, said, “At Hakuhodo, we are dedicated to strengthening our Sei-katsu-sha* Value Design capabilities, to create meaningful change for sei-katsu-sha (people with their own lives, aspirations and dreams), while driving sustainable growth for our clients. The driving force behind this is our talented creative teams across the APAC region, and with Third’s inspiring leadership, I am confident we will take this vision to new heights.”
Third Domingo added, “It is a true honor to take on this role and help shape the future of Hakuhodo International’s creative business. Together, we will push boundaries, embrace new possibilities, and write the next chapter of innovation and excellence, hopefully at an even faster pace.”
As Domingo takes on his regional role, Gemma Alcantara, currently leading Hakuhodo BCI, will succeed him as president and CEO of Hakuhodo International Philippines.
