PH Digital ownership changes hands
The news comes after the Auckland-based digital marketing agency’s rebrand from Powerhouse to PH, citing a new ‘Digital Chemistry’ concept
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Thinkerbell Aotearoa snags Allison as GM
In her new role as General Manager at Thinkerbell Aotearoa, Jess Allison will lead the agency ensuring ‘measured magic’ flourishes.
Penelope Brown joins Together
Brown has worked with many of the biggest brands in New Zealand, including McDonald’s and Air New Zealand, during her 20-year career.
New UnLtd CEO revealed
Stephen Hunt has been appointed as CEO of UnLtd, the media, marketing and creative industry’s social purpose organisation.
Tracksuit powers up marketing team
The two key hires follow the Kiwi brand-tracking startup’s successful $22 million Series A funding round in February.
JOLT plugs in new Group Sales Director
Waugh will be responsible for driving sales and growth in the New Zealand market, while also building the local sales team.
Bettle–Associates promotes Tegan Symons
Hamilton-based Bettle–Associates has promoted Tegan Symons to Account Manager after two successful years at the agency.
Designworks adds new senior creative strategist
Previously Digital Strategy Director at True NZ, Celine brings more than 10 years’ experience working on a range of clients and platforms.
Rosie Herdman finds Common Ground
Herdman brings a wealth of experience as an editor and journalist at leading lifestyle publications Broadsheet, Viva Magazine and Denizen.
Marco Villella joins Havas Group ANZ as Head of Talent
Villella was previously responsible for talent acquisition across GroupM’s agencies EssenceMediacom, Mindshare, Nexus and Wavemaker.
JCDecaux strengthens sales team
JCDecaux New Zealand has redefined its sales team to further strengthen its ability to serve ever-changing market demands.
OOHMAA appoints Paul Maher as Independent Chair
Maher brings with him a wealth of experience and leadership acumen, having held senior roles in the media, advertising, and digital sectors.
Run’s Laura Cibilich Elected to Marketing Association Board
Cibilich is Co-founder and CEO of RUN Aotearoa, a creative agency bringing indigenous creativity to the advertising and design world.
GroupM bolsters team with hires, promotions
GroupM has appointed Megan Smith as Managing Partner for EssenceMediacom, and promoted Hannah Joseph (nee Rowley) to Managing Partner of Mindshare.
Grow Tourism grows its team
Young Tourism Export Council Vice Chair Amanda Linklater joins the team as Partnerships Lead, and Bruce Hurd joins the team as Technology Lead.
Brent Impey appointed Chair of Thompson Spencer’s Advisory Board
Impey brings a wealth of knowledge to Thompson Spencer, with experience spanning executive and governance roles across a range of industries.
Stickybeak appoints Samantha Taylor
Prior to Stickybeak, Taylor has held senior marketing and product roles at JUCY, ASB, TVNZ and Heinz Wattie’s.
Stanley St promotes Anna Yates to Executive Creative Director
Stanley St has unveiled a major appointment to its leadership team, with Anna Yates promoted to the role of Executive Creative Director.
One Plus One adds two
Erin McKenzie and Sydnee Krum join the business as Account Director and Senior Account Executive, respectively.
DRUM expands senior leadership team
Katie Walton has been appointed chief content officer on return from maternity leave and Mark Kelliher continues as general manager.
Sky ‘ads’ new members to the team
The Sky Sales team is promoting and adding more people to its team as it looks to welcome new opportunities and growth.
PR Partners celebrates three years with new partnerships and hires
To celebrate their third birthday, PR Partners have announced new hires and partnerships, adding to their long list of clients
Southern Studios rebrands as Fanaticals
This evolution formalises the natural progression the studio has experienced, operating as a hybrid creative agency and production company.
DDB launches Phyllis Project to celebrate future female leaders
The programme is named after Phyllis Robinson, the first female copy chief in US history who joined DDB back in the Mad Men days
Shout Media acquires Adz Up
Adz Up has digital and classic media assets spanning 50 shopping centres and 30 cinemas throughout New Zealand
FEDERATION promotes Olly Walker-Boden to Managing Director
Olly Walker-Boden has been announced as Managing Director of the Auckland-based agency, following Brad Collett joining as CCO in January.
Convergence continues Auckland expansion with acquisition and two new equity partners
The move follow Convergence acquiring most of the client book of long-established Auckland based Trio Communications from its founder.
Taboola appoints experienced APAC ad exec to manage New Zealand sales
Joe France will be responsible for cultivating key partnerships and delivering solutions to meet evolving New Zealand client needs.
Powerhouse Agency relaunches as PH
Spearheaded by CEO Christine Kearney, the rebrand includes a new website, expanded product offering, and ‘Digital Chemistry’ concept.
IMANZ appoints Kath Mitchell as GM
Independent Media Agencies New Zealand (IMANZ) has announced the appointment of Kath Mitchell as its inaugural General Manager.
AA Insurance appoints Shaun Rees as Chief Product and Marketing Officer
Rees brings extensive experience across the NZ consumer services landscape, with senior leadership roles at Genesis Energy and ANZ.
GroupM expands strategy team with hire of Dom Dipple
The newly created role marks the latest of several key appointments at GroupM New Zealand in recent months under new CEO John Halpin.
Brendan Greenwell joins Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand as Strategy Director
Greenwell will take responsibility for the strategic output of Westpac New Zealand as part of the Publicis Groupe Connected Platform model.
Superstar sports photographer Devon Krige joins Film Construction
Krige brings a unique approach to commercial photography with a stunning action and lifestyle portfolio. He has a wealth of experience and is an exciting new voice in the region.
Comedian Tom Sainsbury signs with Sweetshop
Sainsbury is a director, filmmaker, actor, writer, comedian, TV presenter, and most recently, podcaster, who has become a household name in New Zealand.
NZME appoints James Butcher as Chief Commercial Officer
Butcher was NZME’s Head of Digital Audio, responsible for the company’s content and commercialisation strategy across its digital audio portfolio.