Digitas appoints Miriam Healy chief technology officer

Digitas Australia has appointed Miriam Healy chief technology officer, adding her to its leadership team.

Healy will lead the agency’s technology strategy and delivery, including machine learning, martech and consumer technology.

She will oversee platform innovation and transformation for clients.

Healy said the agency’s capability and ambition attracted her to the role.

“Digitas has the platform, the people and the momentum to set the benchmark for connected intelligent brand experiences,” she said.

“I’m genuinely excited by the calibre of engineering here, coupled with the data-informed, brave ambition we bring to our client partnerships. It’s a powerful foundation for building work that delivers real impact and growth.”

Healy has more than 25 years’ experience in engineering and digital delivery and joins from an engineering director role working across design, data and AI on large-scale digital projects.

Digitas Australia CEO Davy Rennie said the role supports the agency’s evolving technology offer.

“We are evolving our technology offering in line with our partners’ diverse needs,” he said.

“Her craft and cultural impact will further enhance the way Digitas makes products for our clients, partners and ourselves.

“Beside our MD Kate Warren-Smith, Miriam will play a key role in shaping the continued growth of our business.”