Kris Magel

In his role as President, DAN Media clients, Kris is charged with leading initiatives to drive quality of work, consistency in execution and connectivity across the Dentsu Aegis community of media agencies. He focuses on bringing the power of analytics and people-based marketing together with media, to drive improved business results for clients.

Previous to joining Dentsu Aegis Network, Kris was East Coast President of Initiative US. While there he was also EVP, Director of National Broadcast, and Chief Investment Officer. His passion for strategy and analytics is evident in the 360-degree multiplatform media and marketing partnerships he has established.

Kris is a dedicated business leader with a high degree of commercial acumen. His presence is felt across the industry, having served as a Chair of The Ad Council’s Broadcast TV Committee for over 5 years. He is member on the advisory boards of IAB’s Digital Video Center of Excellence and the New York Advertising Club.