Marques Gartrell is global executive creative director at Wieden+Kennedy, leading the McDonald’s team across W+K’s global network. He and his team have driven cultural relevance for the brand through high-profile work like Famous Orders, Menu Hacks and the most recent Cactus Plant Flea Market Box (aka “the adult happy meal.”) These platforms have generated explosive growth and recognition for the brand, including McDonald’s recent Effies honor as Most Effective Brand in 2022.

Since joining Wieden, Marques served as a creative leader on brands including Delta, Vitaminwater, HBO, Duracell and Van Leeuwen. Prior to Wieden, Marques worked at Deutcsh NY, BBDO, Grey, TBWA\Chiat\Day, Saatchi&Saatchi and Fallon across a breadth of clients and industries, including Reebok, Busch, Budweiser, DIRECTV, and the NFL.