IMANZ announces partnership with Marsden Inch

Kiwi communications recruitment and advisory firm Marsden Inch has announced a strategic partnership with the Independent Media Agencies New Zealand.

IMANZ CEO Simon Teagle welcomes the partnership, noting that Marsden Inch’s deep industry roots will provide invaluable support to independent agencies navigating a rapidly evolving marketplace.

By people, for people

For four decades, Marsden Inch has provided senior management counsel, structural guidance, and professional recruitment services to the communications industry.

Driven by the philosophy that the industry is “by people, for people,” Marsden Inch’s principals leverage its innate knowledge of agency nuances to create highly compatible talent matches and stronger organisational outcomes.

Marsden Inch director Robert Roydhouse, along with Barry Williamson, brings a long association with the independent media sector.

Roydhouse expresses great enthusiasm for bringing their “been there, done that” experience to IMANZ Members as the sector’s marketplace influence continues to climb steady heights.

“Supporting independent agencies is incredibly important to us,” says Roydhouse. “We’ve witnessed the steady growth of this sector firsthand, and we are excited to bring our collective knowledge to IMANZ Members at a time when their market importance is increasingly recognised.”

Unique opportunities

When asked about the biggest opportunity for independent agencies right now, Roydhouse highlights their unique structural advantages in a fast-paced environment.

“Today’s rapid and everchanging media environment provides IMANZ members a truly unique opportunity,” Roydhouse explains.

“Clients are looking for true partnerships with shared business outcomes. Independent agencies can offer daily interaction with agency Principals who have a vested interest in client success. Critically, they have the ability to move and act with the nimbleness and flexibility demanded by today’s business environment.”