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Ocean Outdoor CEO Tim Bleakley to headline WOO Africa Forum in Cape Town

Tim Bleakley is expected to draw parallels between the African market and Europe, where Ocean boasts a multi-country business presence

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February 12, 2024

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Tim Bleakley

Ocean Outdoor CEO Tim Bleakley is set to share his insights as a key speaker at the World Out of Home Organization’s (WOO) inaugural Africa Forum. The event, is set to happen in Cape Town, South Africa, from March 11 to 13.

Tim’s presentation, titled “The Art of the Possible, The World’s Your Ocean,” promises to delve into growth opportunities within the African market. Drawing on his 13-year tenure as Ocean’s CEO, Bleakley will shed light on the lessons learned from the company’s evolution from a niche player in the UK to one of the world’s foremost OOH owners. Ocean Outdoor has gained international acclaim for its DOOH expertise, managing major sites such as the iconic Piccadilly Lights in London’s West End.

During the session, Tim is expected to draw parallels between the African market and Europe, where Ocean boasts a multi-country business presence. His aim is to offer valuable insights into the optimal strategies for capitalizing on growth opportunities in the OOH industry.

Tom Goddard, President of WOO and former chairman of Ocean during its period of significant growth, expressed confidence in Bleakley’s ability to provide valuable perspectives. “There is no-one better than Tim to reveal the best way to grow an OOH business. Tim has succeeded through a combination of indomitable ambition and a strong focus on teamwork, the keys to any successful business. I’m sure he will make a valuable contribution to what is certain to be a highly informative and rewarding Africa Forum,” said Goddard.

To attend the Africa Forum in Cape Town, interested participants can REGISTER FOR CAPE TOWN HERE. For more information and event details, the Africa Forum flyer is available for DOWNLOAD THE AFRICA FORUM FLYER HERE.