"I am excited about my new journey with McCann Joburg," says Damane.

"It's an honour to be a part of such a creative, innovative and impactful business, which I believe is pioneering value-based creative and strategic models for our clients. I am eager to work with our many teams across the business, and within our global network, to strengthen our service offering and advance creative solutions for our clients," adds Damane.

Damane has been recognised by the advertising industry, having won numerous awards from:
  • Effies
  • Apex Awards, and
  • Assegai.

In 2021 and 2022, she was invited to join the Effie global best of the best grand Jury.

"We are thrilled to welcome Damane to the team," says Derek Coles, managing director of McCann Joburg. "She will be pivotal in guiding the agency's direction, leading client strategy and working closely with the Executive Committee (EXCO) partners on group-wide initiatives."

"Damane is passionate about truly South African truths and how they give our creative team the springboard to create emotional and distinctive creative platforms. McCann Joburg's clients have already started to feel her valuable strategic input," concludes Coles. 

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