Filled roles

PrettyGood, a recently launched brand and media business, has welcomed global advertising and marketing expert Jonathan Lyon as co-founder and chief product officer.

Experienced radio and television broadcaster Ryan Bridge has been confirmed as the new host for Newstalk ZB’s Early Edition programme.

Aotearoa-based communications and PR agency, Pead, is delighted to welcome Elizabeth Ellis to the team and announce the promotion of Jack Spence.

Outbrain, a technology platform for the open web, has appointed Chris Oxley to the role of Country Manager for Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.

New Zealand actor Sir Sam Neill has joined the Campaign for Wool NZ (CFWNZ) as an ambassador, lending his name and profile to advocate for NZ strong wool.

Rideshare service DiDi has appointed former Disney+ marketing director Tim Farmer as its new Head of Brand Marketing, Australia & New Zealand. 

OMD New Zealand’s former head of client service, Rachel Stewart is bringing her passion for brand development to her new role as OMD’s general manager.

Integrated marketing and communications agency Bastion has appointed industry leader, Cheuk Chiang, as CEO for Australia and New Zealand.

Blutui, a digital delivery platform for advertising agencies, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Amir Mireskandari to its board.

TBWA\Group New Zealand has announced the appointment of Simon McCorkindale as technical director for Digital Arts Network (DAN) and TBWA\Group.

Thrive PR & Communications Aotearoa has announced the appointment of Rebecca Churchill as local agency lead and Associate Director.

Digitas New Zealand has amplified its dynamic technology service with the appointment of Suzanne Everett as Head of Technology. 

Publicis Groupe Australia and New Zealand today announced the promotion of Anthony Ellis to the new position of CEO for Publicis Media Exchange (PMX).

The Spinoff is thrilled to announce Liv Sisson as the newest addition to its team, stepping into the role of commercial editor.

FEDERATION has today announced the appointment of its first Chief Strategy Officer, Dan Bye, joins the leadership team after consulting for the last year.

Full-service agency Mediahub has appointed strategist Linda Fagerlund to the new role of Chief Strategy Officer, Australia and New Zealand.

The publicity agency has announced a newly created role, a permanent appointment and two promotions across its team of PR specialists.

The news comes after the Auckland-based digital marketing agency’s rebrand from Powerhouse to PH, citing a new ‘Digital Chemistry’ concept

In her new role as General Manager at Thinkerbell Aotearoa, Jess Allison will lead the agency ensuring ‘measured magic’ flourishes.

Stephen Hunt has been appointed as CEO of UnLtd, the media, marketing and creative industry’s social purpose organisation.

The two key hires follow the Kiwi brand-tracking startup’s successful $22 million Series A funding round in February.

Waugh will be responsible for driving sales and growth in the New Zealand market, while also building the local sales team.

Hamilton-based Bettle–Associates has promoted Tegan Symons to Account Manager after two successful years at the agency. 

Previously Digital Strategy Director at True NZ, Celine brings more than 10 years’ experience working on a range of clients and platforms. 

Herdman brings a wealth of experience as an editor and journalist at leading lifestyle publications Broadsheet, Viva Magazine and Denizen.

Villella was previously responsible for talent acquisition across GroupM’s agencies EssenceMediacom, Mindshare, Nexus and Wavemaker.