Dawn Rowlands is the CEO of dentsu Africa and one of the continent’s most dynamic media and marketing leaders. Overseeing 11 markets, she has transformed dentsu’s presence from a 40-person team to more than 1,500 professionals, largely built on home-grown talent. With over 30 years’ experience across multiple sectors and 12 businesses launched under her leadership, Dawn is a seasoned entrepreneur who thrives on building scalable, sustainable ecosystems that empower people, brands, and communities.