The news: R/GA has regained independence after 23 years under Interpublic Group (IPG) IPG through a buyout led by Truelink Capital and agency leadership, with a $50 million innovation fund fueling its AI-driven transformation.
- Its split from IPG marks a significant industry shift, as the agency embraces independence while major holding companies consolidate.
- The move allows R/GA to prioritize agility and AI-driven innovation, positioning itself as a counterpoint to holding companies like Omnicom, WPP, and IPG, which are streamlining operations and offloading assets.