NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Publicis Healthcare Communications Group (PHCG), the largest health-oriented agency network in the world, today announced Nathalie Le Bos was appointed Chief Financial Officer.  Le Bos assumes the role previously held by Ann Garreaud, who was recently appointed Global Chief Financial Officer, Publicis Worldwide in Paris, France. PHCG is a division of Publicis Groupe and manages top-tier brands including Digitas Health, Saatchi & Saatchi Health, Razorfish Healthware, and Publicis Life Brands that specialize in promoting innovative solutions in healthcare.

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In her new role Le Bos will oversee and strengthen PHCG global financial functions and ensure the network continues its strong growth pattern. A seven-year veteran of Publicis Groupe, Le Bos recently served as Chief Financial Officer, Europe for PHCG. She also served as Operations Control Director for Publicis Worldwide, where she was instrumental in strengthening European operations. Prior to her tenure at Publicis, she worked for TEQUILA (an Omnicom Group company) as Chief Financial Officer and for the Havas Group in several roles.

Nick Colucci, President and Chief Executive Officer of PHCG, said, "Nathalie was an outstanding CFO for our European operations during a challenging economy.   I am fortunate to have her join my executive leadership team at the PHCG global headquarters.  Her unique perspective and experience will prove invaluable as we continue to increase profitability and efficiencies for our clients across the globe."

"PHCG continues to transform itself to ensure we offer the very best to our global clients.  I look forward to working closely with Nick and the rest of the leadership team to continue PHCG's strong financial performance," Le Bos said.  

About Publicis Healthcare Communications Group
Publicis Healthcare Communications Group (PHCG) is the largest health-oriented agency network in the world. A division of Publicis Groupe, PHCG manages top-tier agencies specializing in promoting innovative solutions in advertising, medical education, sales and marketing, digital, market access, and medical and scientific affairs. PHCG is dedicated to creating experiences that compel action, change lives, and amplify business outcomes. With nearly 5,000 employees, PHCG manages 10 agency brands through 58 offices located in 11 countries. PHCG's global brands are Saatchi & Saatchi Health, Publicis Life Brands, Digitas Health, Razorfish Healthware, Discovery, Medicus International, and Publicis Touchpoint Solutions.
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Contact:  
Rosemary Abendroth   
Global Communications Director, PHCG   
Phone: +1.212.468.3438  
Mobile: +1.917.650.3567  
Email: rosemary.abendroth@publicishealthcare.com