Iain Valentine

Chair and Non Exec

Former CEO and Managing Director of award winning digital, creative and brand agencies, both independent and as part of a global media and communications network. Strategically driven, goal orientated creative leader with over 25 years of management experience.

Iain spent 17 years as Creative Director, co-owner and Managing Partner of Edinburgh creative digital agency Whitespace (now Dentsu Creative). A proven track record of growth, leading to MBO followed by external acquisition and integration into global network Dentsu. In 2022, Iain took the position of CEO at Isobar UK – the global digital experience and transformation agency. Responsible for over 400 people, £24m+ in revenue and 14% growth. Most recently, Valentine held a leadership and transformation role as Group Managing Director of Dentsu Creative.

Iain is currently holding positions as non-exec Chairman of the board for Gravitate HR, Chair of the Fellows of the Marketing Society in Scotland, as well as pursuing several personal projects.


Review by Raymond McStay, Commercial Director, MadeBrave. 

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