Books that influenced me

The president and CEO of Worldwide Partners picks a series of books that have influenced him in his life and career.

Books that influenced me

Al MoffattWorldwide Partners

Al Moffatt is president and CEO, Worldwide Partners. He built his career at some of the finest agencies in the world, including TBWA\Chiat\Day, Grey Global, and Ketchum Advertising. Prior to becoming president and CEO of Worldwide Partners, Al founded and was president of Moffatt/ Rosenthal Advertising in Portland, Oregon, USA.

1. Backboard Magic by Howard Brier, published by Random House, 1949

This is the first book I remember reading. I was eight years old. It's about a young boy that tried to make his school basketball team only to be dismissed...

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