WPP Plc's CMI Media Group and Microsoft Partner to Innovate Healthcare Marketing
- CMI Media Group, part of WPP Plc, partners with Microsoft to enhance healthcare marketing growth opportunities.
- The collaboration aims to deliver innovative solutions and maximize ROI for clients in the competitive healthcare landscape.
- CMI Media Group focuses on leveraging data and technology to provide tailored marketing solutions for healthcare brands.

WPP’s CMI Media Group Partners with Microsoft to Transform Healthcare Marketing
CMI Media Group, a healthcare specialty agency under WPP Plc, forges a strategic partnership with Microsoft Advertising, aiming to enhance growth opportunities for healthcare brands through the Microsoft ecosystem. This collaboration, which follows CMI Media Group being recognized as Microsoft Advertising's Performance Partner of the Year in 2024, is set to deliver innovative solutions and strategic support that directly benefit mutual clients. By focusing on transparency and collaboration, the partnership seeks to maximize return on investment for clients navigating the increasingly competitive healthcare landscape.
Justin Freid, Chief Media & Innovation Officer at CMI Media Group, underscores the significance of this agreement, marking a pivotal moment for the agency. The partnership promises to expand benefits in both search engine marketing and display investments, providing clients with cutting-edge tools to reach their target audiences effectively. This collaboration taps into the growing need for personalized marketing strategies in healthcare, where understanding patient and caregiver journeys is crucial. As CMI Media Group and Microsoft combine their strengths, they enhance their ability to deliver tailored marketing solutions that resonate with healthcare professionals and patients alike.
The partnership also aligns with CMI Media Group’s commitment to leveraging data, media, and technology for effective audience targeting. By integrating Microsoft Advertising’s technology within their full-service offerings—including audience strategy, analytics, media buying, and customer experience—the agency positions itself as a leading resource for premier healthcare companies worldwide. As healthcare brands increasingly seek innovative ways to engage their audiences, this collaboration signifies a forward-thinking approach that may redefine how healthcare marketing operates, ensuring that clients achieve enhanced media reach and personalized engagement.
In addition to CMI Media Group’s collaboration with Microsoft, the Ad Council has launched a series of public service advertisements in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Association. Aimed at raising awareness about the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, particularly among Black Americans, this initiative seeks to highlight the importance of early detection. The PSAs encourage families to recognize symptoms that might be mistaken for normal aging and prompt discussions about seeking medical advice.
These efforts are part of a broader campaign that addresses the alarming disparity in Alzheimer’s diagnoses among different racial groups. By focusing on familial bonds and the critical nature of early intervention, the Ad Council and the Alzheimer’s Association aim to foster awareness and provide resources for families to navigate the complexities of cognitive health.