Interpublic Group announced that Channing Martin is joining the company as Global Chief Diversity and Social Impact Officer, effective immediately. Martin will be responsible for advancing the company's diversity, equity and inclusion objectives and continuing to strengthen the company's progress to being one of the most diverse and inclusive companies. Reporting to Philippe Krakowsky, the company's Chief Executive Officer, Martin will lead the strategy on all diversity-related matters and build upon the company's equity and inclusion practices, including the continued diversification of the company's senior ranks and talent pipeline, collaboration and partnership with the company's full network of agency brands, CEOs and DE&I leadership community.

In her role, Martin will also support the advancement of social impact strategies and practices in partnership with the leadership of the company's integrated ESG team. Martin will collaborate with senior management across the company's agency brands to develop, support and implement global strategies, resources and programs that ensure the company's talent is reflective of the marketplace at every level, and that IPG companies deliver inclusive experiences that allow all talent to thrive, with a culture that drives belonging, well-being and growth for all the company's people and fosters the cultural insights and sensitivity to help the company's clients make authentic and responsible connections with their customers. Martin joins the company from CSG, where she was Chief Diversity and Social Responsibility Officer.