Chuck Brymer

Chuck Brymer (born July 30, 1959) is an American businessman, marketing strategist, author, and former chairman and CEO of DDB Worldwide, one of the world's largest advertising agencies.

Early years Chuck Brymer was born in Louisville, Kentucky the third of four children of Natalie and Robert L. Brymer, then a senior advertising executive at McCann Ericson. He graduated from the University of Kentucky's College of Communications & Information with a Bachelor of Arts in communications in 1981. During his tenure at BBDO, Brymer worked on the company's Chrysler account.

At Interbrand, Brymer served as president and CEO of the British company's U.S. Division. He also worked closely with Interbrand founder and CEO John Murphy. Interbrand was purchased by Omnicom Group in 1993. In 1994, Omnicom appointed Brymer global president and CEO of Interbrand. He has advised the U.S. State Department on the United States' international image. He was appointed to the boards of Regal Entertainment Group and the Ad Council in 2007. He is also a co-author of The Economist's Brands and Branding .

Personal life He is married to Tracy Brymer. He has four children.