MediaMonks names general manager

Amsterdam-based creative production company MediaMonks has appointed Kris Smith as general manager Europe. In his new role, Smith will be responsible for running MediaMonks’ European business department, working from the company’s headquarters in the Netherlands. With 15 years’ worth of experience in the industry, Smith builds on an impressive career in digital production having worked with brands like Diageo, Electronic Arts, Heineken, MINI, Nike, Phillips and Tommy Hilfiger. Prior to joining AKQA Amsterdam in 2008, Kris worked in San Francisco holding positions at Nurun/Odopod, AKQA and Goodby Silverstein & Partners.