LONDON — Visual discovery platform Pinterest has appointed digital advertising executive Fintan Gillespie as Managing Director for UK & Ireland, effective September 18, 2026.
Gillespie joins Pinterest following a nearly decade-long tenure at Snap Inc., where he most recently served as Global Director of the Ad Partnerships Group based in Los Angeles.
Executive Profile & Strategic Mandate
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New Role: Managing Director, UK & Ireland, Pinterest.
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Prior Position: Global Director, Ad Partnerships Group at Snap Inc.
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Industry Background: Over 17 years of experience in global digital advertising, technology monetization, agency partnerships, and enterprise revenue growth.
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Operational Scope: Responsible for scaling commercial operations, agency integration, and advertiser partnerships across the UK and Irish markets.

