AUCKLAND, Today: Colenso has welcomed James Bennett as Group Planning Director and Deputy Head of Planning, following seven years at Wieden+Kennedy London, working with brands like Sainsbury’s, Samsung, Formula 1, and Nike.
He’s joining a planning crew that’s equal parts cheeky and precise — the perfect fit for someone who believes strategy should make work feel both inevitable and surprising.
One of James’ biggest recent projects? Becoming a new dad. So it’s pretty wild that he’s packed up life in London to start fresh on the other side of the world.
“James is one of those minds. He arrives with global experience, unfiltered curiosity, and the kind of strategic hunger that keeps everyone else on their toes.” – Angela Watson, Colenso CEO
“I’ve always credited Colenso BBDO for helping me fall in love with this industry. Whether it be from Melbourne or London, I’ve watched them from afar with jealousy—convinced they must know something the rest of us don’t.
“So, when the offer came through, I knew I couldn’t say no. I can’t wait to get stuck into the work with their world-class team (and obviously uncover their secrets).”
Colenso CEO Angela Watson said, “We’ve always had a soft spot for who think differently. James is one of those minds. He arrives with global experience, unfiltered curiosity, and the kind of strategic hunger that keeps everyone else on their toes.”
Colenso CSO Rob Campbell added, “There’s loads of people who talk a great game about their strategic chops. James showed it through the range of incredible work he’s actually made. If that didn’t win me over, his beautiful smile did.”
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