HAVAS

Company Description

Havas is one of the world's largest global communications groups, offering advertising, media planning, and public relations services to major brands worldwide. The company helps clients reach consumers through traditional advertising, digital marketing, healthcare communications, and creative content across all media channels. Havas operates through three networks: Havas Creative Network (advertising and brand communications), Havas Media Network (media planning and buying), and Havas Health & You (healthcare and wellness communications). The company has developed a unique 'Converged' operating model, bringing all its communications businesses together in over 70 'Havas Villages' around the world for integrated client service. Founded in 1835 in Paris by Charles-Louis Havas, the company was the world's first news agency—a predecessor to today's Agence France-Presse. After various corporate evolutions, Havas became part of the Vivendi media conglomerate. In December 2024, Havas successfully listed on Euronext Amsterdam following its spin-off from Vivendi, marking a new era of independence for the 189-year-old company. Headquartered in Puteaux, France (near Paris) with approximately 23,000 employees across more than 100 countries, Havas is led by Chairman and CEO Yannick Bolloré. The company is investing €400 million over four years in AI, data, and technology. Havas is the 12th largest advertising group globally and expects organic revenue growth above 2% with margins between 12.5-13.5% in 2025.