The big debate: Should clients pay agencies to pitch?
Following our columnist Mark Ritson’s assertion earlier this month that clients should pay for agencies to pitch, Marketing Week asked both clients and agencies where they stand.
Mark Ritson: Should clients pay agencies to pitch?
Mark RitsonAn old chestnut rolled towards me last month and I am still not sure what to think about it. Before I explain, let me issue an advertising agency health warning for this week’s column. I already know what you will say in response to the words below but, with respect, this isn’t Campaign or Ad […]
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