GEE, JEFFERY SAID TO BE TALKING TO OMNICOM
By Adnews Staff
According to reports in yesterday's Globe and Mail and National Post, Toronto-based Gee, Jeffery & Partners has confirmed discussions with New York-based Omnicom Group Inc. "Yes, we have had a discussion or maybe two with Omnicom. But there's absolutely nothing more to it than that," Peter Jeffery, president and CEO of the agency said. He added that "we never say no to anybody who wants to have a conversation." According to the reports, Omincon's holdings include advertising agencies BBDO Canada, Palmer Jarvis DDB and TBWA Chiat/Day, as well as media buying and public relations holdings is looking for more. Gee, Jeffery has been busy after recently winning a US product launch assignment from Cincinnati Bell Wireless, in addition to recent account wins from the Ontario Toyota Dealers Association, Atlas Wines and the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada. Although it was reported both companies confirmed talks, they have also confirmed it is too early to say whether a deal will be reached.