Link, a global leader in marketing procurement and sustainable brand execution, has recently announced the appointment of Dan Healy as Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific with decades of experience leading growth and transformation across international markets, Dan has built a distinguished career spanning APAC and EMEA and brings with him extensive leadership experience and a proven record of driving growth, strategy and operational excellence across complex, high-performing organisations.
Dan spent 10 years with commercial real estate heavy weights CBRE, gaining deep expertise in professional services before moving into the agency world with Tag, where he served in multiple positions, culminating with his time as APAC CEO. During his 6-year tenure with Tag, the APAC region doubled in size and was a fundamental part of Tag’s global growth ahead of their sale to Dentsu. Most recently, Dan was Managing Director of the Rewards Loyalty Programme at DFI Retail Group, where he led strategy, partnerships, and innovation across one of Asia’s most recognised loyalty ecosystems.
In his new role, Dan will lead Link’s APAC operations, with responsibility for the retention and expansion of existing partnerships, the growth of new client relationships, and the development of high-performing teams across the region. His appointment comes at a pivotal time for Link, as the company continues to expand its footprint and deepen its partnerships with global brands seeking smarter, more sustainable marketing solutions.
Dan commented on his appointment, “I’m thrilled to join Link at such an exciting stage of its growth journey. The business has a strong foundation, a talented team, and a clear strategic vision. My focus will be on instilling a growth mindset across the APAC region, empowering our teams to scale with confidence, strengthen our client partnerships, and unlock new opportunities across this dynamic market.”
Mark McDonnell, Link’s CEO, added, “Dan’s appointment marks an important milestone in Link’s continued investment in leadership and innovation at the senior management level. His extensive regional experience, combined with a proven ability to build and inspire successful teams, will be instrumental in driving the next chapter of growth for Link across the Asia Pacific region.”
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