The Incorporated Society of British Advertisers (ISBA) has named Sainsbury’s chief technology, marketing and data officer Mark Given as its next president, effective immediately.
This is the first appointment from the body since Simon Michaelides, the ISBA’s director general joined in November 2025.
Given has been a member of the council for six years and as president will now chair the council. The council is made up of C-suite leaders from member organisations.
He said: “I am honoured to take on the role of ISBA President, as well as the responsibility to shape our industry for the better.
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“Together, by harnessing the collective expertise and passion of our members, I believe we can champion innovation, drive standards higher and ensure that marketing continues to deliver real, lasting value for people right across the UK.”
In his new role, Given will lead ISBA’s strategic direction, helping members succeed in “an increasingly complex and fast-changing advertising landscape”.
Simon Michaelides, ISBA director general, said: “I’m delighted that Mark has agreed to be our President and lead ISBA’s Board. Mark is one of the UK’s most respected and effective commercial leaders.
“His experience and expertise spans both advertising and technology and I look forward to working with him to ensure that ISBA remains relevant and impactful for members in a rapidly evolving industry landscape. His insight, oversight and counsel will be invaluable at this pivotal time.”
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