Janet Kestin
Co-founder of Swim
As the former Co-Chief Creative Officer of the global advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather, Janet is a creative leader who now works as a consultant, trainer and coach.
Her leadership consultancy, Swim, partners with creative companies to help both emerging and experienced leaders enhance their ability to lead with creativity, humanity and impact. Swim’s unconventional approach to addressing the leadership gap in creative companies has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company among other leading publications. The consultancy works globally with a diverse range of clients, including ad agencies, design firms, media companies, publishers, architects, bankers, fashion retailers, tech companies, marketers and others seeking to cultivate successful, collaborative and creative cultures. Janet is also the co-author of the women’s career guide Darling, You Can’t Do Both (And Other Noise To Ignore On Your Way Up), which was named one of Inc. magazine’s top 60 leadership books by women. Janet speaks across North America on topics including leadership, creativity and gender diversity.
