Aussie creative agency Montoya sets up shop in Aotearoa
Independent Australian creative agency Montoya has opened in Aotearoa, building on client demand and a growing trans-Tasman network.
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IMANZ announces its first ever CEO
Media leader Simon Teagle has been appointed as the first CEO of Independent Media Agencies New Zealand (IMANZ).
Momentum announces new office and director of growth and performance
Momentum has appointed Oscar Catoto as director of growth and performance and moved its Auckland HQ to Ponsonby.
Merkle Aotearoa appoints new head of digital experience
Merkle Aotearoa has appointed Stéphan Willemse as head of digital experience, a role that blends strategic consulting with execution.
Vast Billboards appoints Lohnêt Waugh as new group sales director
Vast Billboards has appointed Lohnêt Waugh to the newly created role of group sales director and welcomed her to the leadership team.
Ogilvy ANZ CCO Toby Talbot departs agency
Ogilvy has announced that ANZ chief creative officer Toby Talbot is leaving the agency after more than three and a half years in the role.
Thompson Spencer builds out media team across Australia and New Zealand
Thompson Spencer has grown its media team with the addition of Jake Calder, Madison Trevella and Libby Frost.
Human Digital scales up with new hires across Australia and New Zealand
Independent B2B digital agency Human Digital has appointed Bruna Barbosa and Nora Ebaid in roles across ANZ.
Damien Venuto appointed money editor at Stuff Digital
Stuff Digital has announced award-winning journalist Damien Venuto is joining its team as money editor from mid-September.
Colenso welcomes managing partner Jack Cumming
Colenso is excited to welcome Jack Cumming to lead its local and global clients and support new business growth.
Hustle & Bustle appoints Freya Munro as general manager
Hustle & Bustle has appointed Freya Munro as general manager, following the departure of co-founder and managing director Gemma Ross.
dentsu’s Rob Harvey to lead the agency’s trans-Tasman team
Dentsu has announced the appointment of its current CEO in Aotearoa, Rob Harvey, as the new chief executive officer of its ANZ team.
FCB promotes Tim Gavriel and Aaron Carbines to associate creative directors
Full-service agency FCB has promoted creative duo Tim Gavriel and Aaron Carbines to associate creative directors.
Bettle-Associates promotes Livio Godinich
Over the past six years, Godinich has made an impact at Bettle–Associates, bringing a mix of strategic and technical skills to every brief.
Journalist Hayden Donnell to leave RNZ for The Spinoff
The Spinoff has announced the appointment of journalist and commentator Hayden Donnell to the position of senior writer.
Uber Advertising announces new APAC head of sales
Uber has announced the appointment of Michael Levine as head of APAC sales for Uber Advertising amid its regional expansion.
MintHC expands team with eight new team members
Strategic marketing and creative agency MintHC has expanded its team with a series of new appointments across its departments.
HOOP welcomes Ben Whitley to the team
Retail activation agency HOOP has welcomed Ben Whitley, former CEO of Edwards and Co, as national sales manager.
Stuff Digital welcomes Saj Patel to senior commercial team
Stuff Digital has a new head of investment and digital initiatives, growing its senior commercial team following its partnership with Trade Me.
Spark Foundry promotes Kelly Rosnell-Shand to ‘shape the vision’ for client service
Spark Foundry New Zealand has announced the promotion of Kelly Rosnell-Shand to the new role of general manager client service.
WPP appoints Cindy Rose as new CEO
WPP has appointed Cindy Rose as its new CEO. She brings extensive experience and a proven record of leadership to the role.
Special welcomes four new team members
Special has strengthened its team with four key new hires across business management who bring significant experience and capability.
Sally Kissane steps down as Ogilvy Network ANZ CEO
Ogilvy Network ANZ CEO Sally Kissane is stepping down after three decades of leadership, with potential successors now under consideration.
Quantum Jump leaps Tasman to open Sydney office
Kiwi strategic marketing agency Quantum Jump has officially expanded into Australia, opening a new office in Sydney.
Interplay Media taps Scott Hughes to lead its expansion into Aotearoa
Interplay Media picks Scott Hughes to lead its publisher monetisation efforts in Aotearoa, creating a direct presence in the local market.
MBM promotes Edd Lucas to general manager
Lucas has over two decades of media industry experience, beginning his career in Bristol and London before relocating to Wellington in 2010.
Bastion promotes Cheuk Chiang to group CEO
Bastion’s Cheuk Chiang has been promoted to the role of group chief executive officer, effective from July 1.
RNZ appoints Patrick Crewdson as director of AI strategy & implementation
RNZ has appointed editorial leader Patrick Crewdson as its first director of AI strategy & implementation.
Rise and Shine marks internal growth with three promotions
Full-service communications agency Rise and Shine is celebrating internal growth with three well-deserved promotions.
Adhese welcomes two new staff to lead retail media offering
Independent adtech platform Adhese is welcoming two new staff to its team to lead the launch of a new retail media offering.
jnr. appoints Jenny Mak as executive creative director & partner
Independent creative agency jnr. has appointed DDB’s creative partner Jenny Mak as executive creative director & partner.
Droga5 ANZ welcomes Steve Kane to the agency whānau
Droga5 ANZ has appointed Steve Kane as principal director of its New Zealand office, who joins from Ogilvy Network NZ.
LUMO celebrates new hires and an internal promotion
LUMO Digital Outdoor has welcomed three new hires and promoted internally as it continues to further strengthen its team.
HMC welcomes Vicki Jones as senior account manager
HMC has appointed Vicki Jones as senior account manager. She brings 30 years of experience in communications and marketing.
The Sweetshop’s The Gardening Club welcomes Colin Davis as new global head of innovation
The Sweetshop’s AI creative studio, The Gardening Club, has welcomed Colin Davis as their new global head of innovation.
Mark Read announces retirement from WPP CEO
After more than 30 years of leadership, Mark Read has announced his retirement as WPP CEO, effective December 31, 2025.