Marie-Claire Barker

Marie-Claire Barker serves as Chief Global Talent officer for MEC, one of the world's leading media agency networks comprised of 5,000 highly talented and motivated individuals working across 90 countries worldwide.

MEC is committed to growth -- growth for its people, its clients and the industry.

With a global talent manifesto of “Don’t just live, Thrive”, Marie-Claire has a global ambition to change the face of talent management in the industry through innovation, and to create a culture where every employee has the opportunity to thrive in their own unique way. She is responsible for driving change globally with the investment of innovative initiatives focused on the growth of MEC’s people such as happiness and mindfulness workshops, The Thrive Spirit, My Family Care Program and The Inspiration Fund.

Prior to MEC, Marie-Claire served as Global Chief Talent Officer for Ogilvy & Mather, where she was responsible for all aspects of the company's human resources capabilities.