AUCKLAND, Today: Leadership is evolving at DDB Group AUNZ, with Priya Patel and Matty Burton stepping into bigger roles across the region, officially from April 1.
Four minds, endless creativity
AUCKLAND, Today: Colenso BBDO had a huge 2024, winning Cannes Lions Agency of the Year (Pacific), securing new business, and taking home New Zealand’s first Immortal Award. Now, the agency is expanding its creative team with four senior hires.
Luke Farmer strengthens Bastion Shine’s team
AUCKLAND, Today: Bastion Shine has welcomed Luke Farmer to lead the Air New Zealand account and drive new business development, further strengthening the agency’s growth and client relationships.
PHD Aotearoa expands leadership with key promotions
AUCKLAND, Today: Omnicom Media Group agency PHD Aotearoa has promoted Amanda Palenski to Managing Director, effective immediately. She will lead operations, driving multi-channel strategies to create transformative experiences for clients.
Doohly partners with OOHMAA to drive growth in New Zealand
AUCKLAND, Friday: Doohly, a leading digital signage CMS provider, has joined the Out of Home Media Association Aotearoa (OOHMAA). The move highlights its dedication to supporting New Zealand’s out-of-home industry.
Unilever NZ shakes up senior leadership
AUCKLAND, Today: Unilever New Zealand has welcomed three new senior leaders, appointing Nigel Melhuish, Keely Pipkin, and Sailen Mudaly to key positions across the business.
Robi Stanton joins BBC Studios to lead global media and streaming in ANZ
AUCKLAND, Today: BBC Studios has appointed media industry leader Robi Stanton as EVP & GM of Global Media and Streaming for Australia & New Zealand. She’ll oversee content sales, channels, streaming, and ad sales in the region.
Lani Jamieson joins D3 to shape the next chapter of its growth
AUCKLAND, Today: D3 is gearing up for growth with Lani Jamieson as its new General Manager. She’ll oversee operations and enhance client outcomes as the agency expands, following a major win with ZIWI USA Inc.
Stuff Group taps Belinda Francis to lead North Island Markets
AUCKLAND, Today: Belinda Francis joins Stuff Group as Head of North Island Markets, steering commercial strategy for key publications like The Post and NZ House & Garden.
Nikki Grafton’s vision for change: The new CEO of Omnicom Media Group New Zealand
AUCKLAND, Today: Highlighting New Zealand’s growing importance, Omnicom Media Group (OMG) has appointed PHD New Zealand CEO Nikki Grafton to the new position of CEO, OMG New Zealand.
