FCB has a new general manager of strategy in Sue Gill. The appointment sees Gill partner with David Thomason, chief strategist, to lead the strategy team.

Matt Williams and Freddie Coltart have taken up roles as creative directors at DDB.

FCB’s Peter Vegas and Leisa Wall have been promoted to creative directors.

Kimberly Kastelan is the new general manager MKTG in New Zealand, a promotion from her previous role as the agency’s group account director. The appointment follows Fleur Skinner’s resignation.

TBWA\New Zealand has announced the appointment of Matt Kingston the role of head of strategy and planning across TBWA Group New Zealand.

James Mok has made a new home for himself at VMLY&R as managing director, while former managing director Jono Key is now a principal partner at Pitchblack Partners.

WPP AUNZ has announced John Gutteridge is returning to Australia to take on the newly created role of chief executive officer for Wunderman Thompson Australia/NZ.

The Outdoor Media Association of New Zealand (OMANZ) general manager Derek Lindsay is departing the organisation in order to focus on his own personal business.

BC&F Dentsu has a new leader in Murray Streets who has been appointed managing director.

FCB New Zealand has announced the appointment of Paul Shale as CEO.

Spark PR & Activate has promoted Katie Walton to general manager.

After nine years with Dentsu Aegis Network, Simon Ryan has resigned as chief executive of Australia and New Zealand. He has accepted a senior role outside the network.