My agency has a long meeting discuss promotions. This is the 2nd time I’ve been part of it, and last time no one said “no.” There’s an account VP up for promotion who is smart, kind and organized but lacks leadership. This would be her 2nd promo in 2 years. Would I sound like (and be) a dick for saying anything? Obv her boss thinks she’s ready.

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Ok let’s take this literally. You’re the SVP of Strategy.
You don’t think this person is ready for a promotion. View this person as your client’s problem. What’s their weakness? How can they improve that? What can the agency do the encourage that growth? Any examples of when they’ve shown promise in leadership?
From the limited information you’ve provided, this person is getting promoted based on tactical competency and sheer likability. Nothing wrong with that - in some senses, as you move up, thats the name of the game. So also look internally and determine if you may have a hint of jealousy towards them for fast promotions (based on your comment of 2 promos in 2 years).
If you’re going to oppose their promotion, have solid examples of where they aren’t performing at the next level BUT also include ways the company can work with them to grow in that area. Otherwise you’re going to come off as negative and potentially irritate some power players.
Long story short, you do you, OP. I’m just a 27 year old VP who is grateful I had supportive SVPs and other mentors along the way and quickly identified (and stayed far away from) people who would crush me in promo talks rather than encourage my development.

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IMHO, if you say the second part (2 promos 2 years), yes, you would.
If you make the case for the first part (lacks leadership), no, you shouldn’t.
A good agency boss will already recognize that no one ever says no, so raising a legitimate concern should stand to you. If not in their eyes, at least in your own.
Best of luck with it, SVPS!

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