Somo names Michael Becker as marketing development and strategic advisor for North America
Somo has announced that Michael Becker has joined the agency as marketing development and strategic advisor for North America.
Becker has been tasked with focusing on leverage the company’s mobile strategy, creative, media and technology services to help businesses extend their reach and increase awareness on the potential of mobile marketing.
“I am thrilled to join forces with Somo,” said Becker. “As the prevalence and importance of mobile continues to grow, I’m looking forward to helping more marketers realise their organisation’s potential by leveraging Somo’s industry-leading capabilities.”
Prior to joining the company, Becker held a number of roles with the Mobile Marketing Association over the past ten years, most recently serving as North American managing director.
“Having spent the last year searching, we are all too aware of the shortage of senior people in the mobile industry” said Thomas Schulz, Somo’s chief commercial officer. “But in Becker we have been lucky enough to find the best in the market. His passion, long-term experience and expertise will play a significant role as we continue to grow in North America and we are delighted to welcome him as part of the Somo team.”
Somo currently works with brands including Audi, BP, Groupon, Red Bull and The New York Times on their mobile offerings.