Madison Wharton

Madison is the Chief Operating Officer of Buck’s global offices. She leads the operations of all of the company’s functions with a focus on creating new operational models and capabilities for the emerging needs of its clients and the globalization of the business. She applies an integrated approach to operations in order to develop strategic systems while maintaining a deep dedication to award-winning craft. Prior to operations, Madison was an integrated producer. She produced with many awarded directors like David Lynch, Terry Gilliam, and Werner Herzog. She has overseen the production of multi-million dollar physical installations for American Express and US Army and has produced digital out of home Times Square takeovers many times over. Her work has received recognition 10 times at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity including the Inaugural Innovation Grand Prix as well as D&AD, the Clios, the One Show and the Effies.

Madison has served on the Cannes Lions Digital Craft Jury, the AICP Jury and is currently serving on the FWA jury. She was named She Runs It Advertising Working Mother of the Year, an award given to outstanding mothers who achieve strong business results and serve as positive role models and mentors.