
FleishmanHillard has announced the appointment of EJ Kim as global managing director of TRUE Global Intelligence, its research, analytics, and intelligence consultancy, effective September 4, 2025. This strategic move strengthens the agency’s focus on data-driven innovation, integrating AI-powered solutions to drive client growth and impact.
EJ Kim appointed global managing director of TRUE Global Intelligence.
TRUE Global Intelligence leverages Omnicom’s data stack and AI-driven tools.
Kim brings expertise from Weber Shandwick and co-founding NNABI.
Focuses on accelerating analysis, sharpening strategy, and enhancing client programs.
Follows FleishmanHillard’s recent leadership appointments across global markets.
Aims to deliver measurable outcomes through data-driven insights.
EJ Kim, a seasoned intelligence strategist, will lead TRUE Global Intelligence, harnessing Omnicom’s industry-leading data stack and proprietary frameworks to deliver actionable insights. “EJ’s appointment reinforces our commitment to have intelligence sit at the center of how we work and deliver value for clients,” said J.J. Carter, FleishmanHillard president and CEO. Kim’s leadership will drive strategic innovation, helping clients navigate complexity and achieve measurable results through AI-enhanced analytics and creative rigor.
Kim’s extensive experience includes building analytics functions and leading post-M&A integrations, most recently as executive vice president and head of Nexus at Weber Shandwick. She also co-founded NNABI, a science-backed wellness brand, showcasing her entrepreneurial mindset. “I am truly excited for the opportunity to bring substance to innovation, ensuring that the intelligence we deliver is not just fast but thoughtful, rigorous, and built to last,” said Kim. Her approach emphasizes critical thinking and methodological discipline to transform data into actionable strategies.
TRUE Global Intelligence combines data-driven insights with bold creative experimentation, enabling brands to drive growth, shift perceptions, and prove value across the communications cycle. By leveraging counselor-driven AI solutions, the consultancy accelerates analysis and sharpens strategies, delivering dynamic client programs. Kim’s appointment aligns with FleishmanHillard’s broader strategy, following recent leadership announcements in Singapore, India, Canada, California, and the UK.
FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement, and content strategy. Recognized as 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year and 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year, it operates nearly 80 offices across 30 countries and is part of Omnicom PR Group.
Omnicom PR Group is the largest global network of communications and consulting agencies, including FleishmanHillard, Ketchum, Porter Novelli, and specialist agencies in corporate affairs, political consulting, and more. Part of Omnicom (NYSE: OMC), OPRG delivers innovative solutions for clients worldwide.