Meliora acquires digital consultancy Backchat Media
International advisory firm Meliora is expanding across Asia-Pacific with the acquisition of Kiwi digital consultancy Backchat Media.
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Bastion appoints new managing director, experience
Bastion has announced the appointment of Peter Filopoulos as managing director, experience, commencing in early April.
Australia’s Launchd acquires WeAreTenzing
Australian creator economy group Launchd has acquired Kiwi talent agency WeAreTenzing, giving local broader access to the Aussie market.
Sweetshop NZ welcomes Jesse James McElroy to the roster
The Sweetshop has welcomed Jesse James McElroy to its roster for commercial, branded and short-form projects across Aotearoa.
Dentsu ANZ appoints new chief data and technology officer
Dentsu ANZ has announced the appointment of Danica Bellchambers as chief data & technology officer, commencing May 11.
Thrive PR welcomes former DDB chairman
Former global chairman of DDB Worldwide, Marty O’Halloran, has joined Thrive PR and Communications AU/NZ in a strategic advisory role.
Former Stuff senior leader Janine Fenwick joins Contented
Christchurch-based AI startup Contented has appointed Stuff senior leader Janine Fenwick as its head of brand and content.
The Research Agency announces new Aussie HQ and senior promotions
The Australian arm of The Research Agency has announced a wave of senior promotions and a move into a new Sydney headquarters.
Special promotes Jolene D’Souza to joint head of strategy
Special has further strengthened its national strategy leadership team by promoting Jolene D’Souza to head of strategy, New Zealand.
Principals expands to Wellington and welcomes new account lead
Principals is expanding its presence across Aotearoa, with Tom Sykes relocating to Wellington and Sophie Evans joining as account lead.
Publicis Groupe New Zealand announces leadership changes
Publicis Groupe ANZ CEO Michael Rebelo says the latest senior leadership updates in NZ reflect the strength and ambition of the business.
One Plus One sets up Wellington government relations arm
Independent communications agency One Plus One Communications has appointed Esther Robinson as director of government relations.
New+Improved Ventures appoints chief of staff
New+Improved Ventures has announced the appointment of Laura Lowther as chief of staff to expand its founder and talent pipeline.
CarExpert NZ searches for automotive presenter
CarExpert New Zealand is on the hunt for a lead presenter and car reviewer to become its face and on-camera voice.
Sling & Stone announces NZ leadership changes
Communications agency Sling & Stone has announced a leadership change for 2026, with Sian Church stepping down as head of New Zealand.
NZME announces key senior appointments
New Zealand Media and Entertainment has announced two senior leadership appointments reflecting its commitment to trusted, quality journalism.
Spark Foundry managing director to step down
Nicky Greville has decided to leave her role as managing director of Spark Foundry New Zealand. She will remain with the business until June 1.
Sam Casey joins Thompson Spencer as head of performance
Thompson Spencer has appointed Sam Casey as head of performance to strengthen the agency’s integrated media offering.
Flying Fish welcomes Charlotte Evans to its director roster
Film production company Flying Fish has welcomed Charlotte Evans to its director roster, for representation in New Zealand.
Bastion announces new managing director, insights
Bastion has announced the appointment of Joanne Norton as managing director, Insights. She will report to group CEO, Cheuk Chiang.
McCann Group NZ announces new media leadership
McCann Group NZ has appointed Zac Stephenson as managing director, media and has also promoted Terri Collier to chief client officer.
TVNZ strengthens commercial leadership with two senior appointments
TVNZ has appointed James Butcher as GM sales and Rebekah Gierlinska as GM growth and partnerships to grow its commercial leadership team.
Are Media announces new editor for Kia Ora magazine
Are Media has appointed Jacqui Loates-Haver as the editor of Kia Ora, Air New Zealand’s flagship inflight magazine.
Aaron Dawson joins Cartology New Zealand from TVNZ
Former TVNZ general manager, sales, Aaron Dawson has joined Cartology New Zealand to lead its sales function as head of client partnerships.
Anthem appoints Conor Roberts and Alicia Lemmer
Communications and marketing agency Anthem has appointed Conor Roberts to executive director and Alicia Lemmer to account executive.
OMD names Blair Alexander as CEO of New Zealand
Blair Alexander will lead operations and develop future-ready capabilities that will drive the next chapter of OMD’s growth.
Alex Edwards joins Multiplied to lead new Sydney operation
Independent creative agency Multiplied has expanded to Sydney, with Alex Edwards joining as partner to lead the operation.
VML Wellington announces new leadership team
VML welcomes Daine Kingma as managing partner, Jemma Titheridge as head of strategy, promotes long-term leader Kate Thomson to head of media.
Havas Group ANZ appoints Olly Taylor as chief strategy officer
Havas ANZ has expanded the remit of Olly Taylor and appointed him as chief strategy officer for the Group.
Bastion Shine rebrands to Bastion Aotearoa
The new name, Bastion Aotearoa, marks the next phase in the agency’s evolution and its focus on building powerful organisations and brands.
Lumo announces new board members
Lumo Digital Outdoor announces the appointment of Dan Wright from The Loom and Georgia Mahaffie from One New Zealand to its board.
Suntory Oceania appoints Bríd Drohan-Stewart as CMO
Multi-beverage company Suntory Oceania has appointed Bríd Drohan-Stewart to chief marketing officer, Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania.
Dentsu Creative Aotearoa welcomes Nikki McKelvie
Dentsu has appointed Nikki McKelvie as managing director of Dentsu Creative Aotearoa to lead the creative practice and drive growth.
Misterwolf appoints Susie Darling as new partner and general manager
Independent creative agency misterwolf has appointed Saatchi & Saatchi GM Susie Darling as partner and general manager.
YS appoints Ginny Woo as digital marketing manager
YoungShand has appointed Ginny Woo as digital marketing manager, a move designed to strengthen its integrated digital offering.
Designworks appoints Megan D’Audney as new managing partner
Brand design agency Designworks has appointed Megan D’Audney as its new managing partner, effective this month.