“Legacy is about the people you meet, the confidence you give them, and the difference you make in their lives.” ~ Jim Stengel
On the eve of the Advertising Hall of Fame induction ceremony, industry leaders gathered at Havas' NYC headquarters for a candid conversation about leadership, legacy, creativity, and courage.
For this special episode, @jimstengel joins NFL Chief Marketing Officer @timellis in conversation moderated by Maggie Connors, Chief Marketing Officer of @havascreativenetwork . Together, they reflect on the defining decisions that shape a career, especially the ones that didn’t feel obvious at the time. From transforming Pampers into a purpose-led brand to rebuilding trust and culture at the NFL, the conversation explores what it really means to lead: building teams, earning trust, listening deeply, and creating environments where people can thrive.
This is more than a discussion about marketing, it’s a conversation about humanity, mentorship, and the lasting impact leaders leave on the people around them.
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Tim Ellis turned the @nfl into much more than a sports league. The NFL CMO built his career on one belief: big, human, courageous ideas are the only ones worth making. 🏈
The @aafnational 75th Hall of Fame inductee, on mass intimacy, creative courage, and always leading with humanity. This honor was a long time coming.
Congratulations, Tim.
#ATM #advertising #technology #media #AAFHallOfFame
A happy happy birthday to the lovely Stephanie Langhoff Ellis. There are many words to describe just how special she is, and why she’s so loved. Kind, thoughtful, caring, wicked smart, funny, adventurous, creative, loyal, sweet, compassionate and curious. Steoh, you make everyone around you feel special. You’re so present and giving. I couldn’t love you more, and I couldn’t be more grateful for you and our life together.
No athletes. No celebrities. Just a kid, his toys, and the confidence his coach instilled in him.
The @nfl 's 'Champion' is purposefully simple, to keep the focus on that powerful message. For Bill Bradley of @adweek , that's what makes it stand out: "In a Super Bowl full of celebrity cameos and excess of everything, the quieter moments of 'Champion' somehow speak the loudest."
Work like this requires shared belief, deep trust, and a lot of people pulling in the same direction. We’re incredibly grateful for our partners at the NFL and every person across 72andSunny and beyond who helped bring this story to life.
No celebs or players this year in our Super Bowl ad that is launching today. Just a beautiful and powerful performance that pays tribute to all the coaches out there who are mentoring our kids and creating a new generation of leaders. Belief is a superpower. Watch out for our ad today right before the halftime show! And let me know what you think! I’m super proud of our team and agency partner, @72andsunny_
Surreal to see the NFL’s legacy etched into Ad Meter history — one we were proud to win together in 2019.
Cheers to @timellis and @72glenncole for leading the work, and to the many teams across the NFL and 72andSunny who helped bring it to life. Proud of the partnership then and now.
This is our Lombardi. 🏈🏆
“Build great teams. Trust them. And let them fly.”
NFL CMO @timellis shares why hiring world-class talent — and creating a culture people actually enjoy — is at the heart of great marketing.
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I’m honored and grateful to be on @forbes World’s Most Influential CMOs list. I’m blessed to have such an opportunity and platform at the NFL, and equally fortunate to have such an incredible marketing team and agency working alongside me. It has never been so challenging as it is today to be a CMO, but it has also never been so intoxicatingly fun to get to lead kickass marketing teams and programs as well. I love what I do. There never goes a day when I don’t think of how fortunate I am to have this opportunity. And I also think deeply about the responsibility I have to manage such an influential brand and platform. I want to recognize my brilliant team and all of my amazing colleagues at the League and 32 Clubs. We have been using our helmets-off strategy to partner with players as the face of the League, and our success is in large part due to those players who have contributed as elite athletes and incredible human beings. A huge congrats to all the other honorees. I’m always inspired and motivated by what you and your teams do. @72andsunny_ you all should be equally celebrated for your huge contribution. What a terrific partnership. And thanks to Forbes and especially the incredible @sethmatlins who continues to lift up our marketing community.
The BIG Champion Award is the highest honor Big Brothers Big Sisters of America bestows on leaders who embody bold leadership and serve as a true force for good. We're proud to congratulate @timellis , Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of the @nfl , on this well-deserved recognition!
As a dedicated BBBSA Board Member, Tim helps bring our mission to new heights through his creative vision and leadership. He secured our first-ever #NFLDraft presence, bringing our Littles to the biggest stages and shining a national spotlight on youth mentorship. Through the NFL @inspirechange Initiative, he's created life-changing experiences and opened new doors for youth across the country (including our Somebody commercial during the #SuperBowl!)
Thank you, Tim, for championing mentorship and helping us build a bigger, bolder future for our young people. #ThePowerofWE #InspireChange
Winning an Emmy just feels special. This is our 6th in 5 years. But this particular award feels extra special as we used our Super Bowl spot to focus on driving positive lasting change for young people across the country. “I am Somebody” was one of the top 5 Super Bowl ads this year. Our NFL grants working with partners like @bbbsamerica have helped over 1.6 million young people in just the last year. There’s never been a more important time to stand up and support those most in need. A huge thanks to our players in the ad who give selflessly: @demariodavis@arikarmstead@athielen19 And our incredible agency @72andsunny_ And my amazing marketing team and NFL colleagues!
A happy happy anniversary to my lovely bride. I couldn’t be happier or more grateful for our life together. I feel like I’ve been the best version of myself since I met you. I love your family and your/our friends, and I know you love mine. They’ve been such a wonderful part of our life together. And hey a BIG thanks to Bumble. If it weren’t for you, I would not have had these past 8 glorious years. (Non paid ad here). I love you sweetheart. I love us.
