Merkle has assembled a management team comprised of seasoned industry leaders whose passion is partnering with our clients to develop innovative strategies to solve their marketing challenges. Our team is committed to providing clients with cutting-edge solutions and top-notch service.
Executive Leadership Team
David Williams, Chairman and CEO
Patrick Hennessy, Co-President
Craig Dempster, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
Dave Paulus, Executive Vice President, Sales
Rick Gross, Chief Financial Officer
Zhengda Shen, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Angie Moore, Senior Vice President & General Manager- Nonprofit Practice
Barry Smith, Chief Information Officer
Christopher Crayner, Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer
Jason Reis, Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Jeff Wiltrout, Vice President & General Manager- Healthcare Solutions Practice
John Lee, Vice President & General Manager- Insurance and Wealth Management Practice
Mark A. Weninger, Senior Vice President & Chief Creative Officer
Rod Ford, President & Chief Executive Officer- CognitiveDATA
Scott Cone, Senior Vice President & General Manager- Retail Practice
Tammy Benedict, Vice President & General Manager- Travel, Media & Entertainment Practice
Will Bordelon, Vice President & General Manager- Banking & Finance Practice
