Ken Lareau, Ccp
About Ken Lareau, Ccp
Ken Lareau serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Executive Compensation & Benefits at Interpublic Group (IPG), where he has held various roles since 2005. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from East Stroudsburg University and a Master of Arts in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Work at Interpublic Group
Ken Lareau has held multiple positions at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2005. He started as Manager of Global Compensation at Draftfcb Corporate, where he worked for four years. He then advanced to Director of Global Executive Compensation from 2009 to 2011, followed by a promotion to Vice President of Global Executive Compensation, a role he held from 2011 to 2014. Since 2019, he has served as Senior Vice President of Global Executive Compensation & Benefits. Additionally, he has been Vice President of Global Executive Compensation & Benefits since 2014.
Education and Expertise
Ken Lareau earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, where he studied from 1993 to 1996. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University, completing his studies from 1997 to 1999. His academic background supports his expertise in executive compensation and benefits management.
Background
Before joining Interpublic Group, Ken Lareau worked at Young & Rubicam as a Senior HR Generalist from 2003 to 2005. His experience in human resources laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in global compensation and benefits within IPG.
Career Progression
Ken Lareau's career has demonstrated a steady progression in the field of executive compensation. Starting as a Manager at Draftfcb Corporate, he quickly advanced through various roles at IPG, showcasing his expertise and leadership in global compensation strategies. His current position as Senior Vice President reflects his long-term commitment to the industry.