Leo Burnett Australia has revealed three sizeable internal promotions across creative and general management.

Andy Fergusson, previously the National Executive Creative Director, has been promoted to the role of Chief Creative Officer. Ferguson has a track record of leading award-winning work, including Suncorp’s ‘Resilience’ brand platform and Diageo’s ‘Bundy Mixer’.

Julia Sheehan has been appointed as Melbourne General Manager, moving up from her role as Head of Business Management. Sheehan replaces Kate Silver, who has left the business after eight years. Sheehan, who has been with the agency for seven years, has worked with clients including HBF, Saputo and Lifeblood.

Marijke Spain has been promoted from Associate Creative Director to Creative Director. Spain has led some of Leo Burnett’s most-awarded work over the last few years and has been instrumental in building a strong client relationship with Suncorp.

"I’m incredibly excited to see Andy take this well-deserved next step in his career. Under his leadership, Leo’s has established a reputation for category-defying creativity that has been recognised at the highest levels on the world stage. I can’t wait to see what he can achieve next with his amazing team," Publicis Groupe, Chief Creative Officer, Dave Bowman, said.

"In the same spirit, I’m equally delighted to see Marijke step into her new leadership role. Marijke has been instrumental in shaping the creative output at Leos, taking brands to new heights. And now, as creative director, she is perfectly placed to make an even more pronounced impact on the work and our clients’ businesses."

Publicis Groupe ANZ, Michael Rebelo, was also pleased to see Julia step up as Melbourne GM.

"She has played an integral role in fostering some of the agency’s key client relationships. Together with the rest of the talented leadership team, these strategic promotions underscore Leo Burnett’s commitment to innovation and client success. I look forward to seeing Julia’s leadership and Andy’s creative prowess set new benchmarks in the industry," he said. "I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank Kate for her tremendous contribution to Leo Burnett and wish her the very best for the future."

Silver meanwhile is leaving Leo Burnett to spend more time with her family.

"I’ve been fortunate to have worked with some amazing people, two incredible female CEOs and a swathe of excellent clients. I’m so proud of what I’ve achieved, and while I feel ready for a new chapter, I’m also sad to say goodbye to a place that has given me so much," she said.