Kakish assumed his current role in April 2021, having joined the Publicis Groupe in 2002. In March 2024, the company signed an MoU with the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence to aid in AI applications across Saudi Arabia. It also partnered with Tamkeen Technologies to accelerate the innovative digital experiences of the government and private sector in Saudi Arabia. Kakish has previously been CFO, CIO, and co-managing director of Publicis Sapient in the Middle East.