Arrivals & Departures

AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Mt Eden-based PR shop Botica Butler Raudon has added two experienced professional practitioners to its roster – Adlena Oh-Wong and Irena Beddington-Behrens.

AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Film Construction has signed Kiwi/Japanese/British writer & director Ayla Amano to its roster. Amano is now returning to NZ after three years in Canada and Ireland.

AUCKLAND, Today: Grey Lynn-based media independent Sneakers Media has expanded into the Wellington market with the appointment of media specialist Julie-Ann Hedges.

AUCKLAND, Today: Lumo Digital Outdoor is increasing its representation in Australia with the appointment of Liv Collins to account director, based in Auckland.

AUCKLAND, Today: Pead has bolstered its creative and digital offerings with two new appointments. Pead partner Sarah Munnik said: “Liam Golds and Tom Davies will bring a wealth of strategic experience, furthering our vision to define the future of PR through work that provokes action.”

AUCKLAND, Today: Grey Lynn-based customer intelligence agency Perceptive has appointed Ian Mills to the role of director of strategy.

AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Track Aotearoa (the Direct arm of DDB Aotearoa) has appointed Akilesh Chokkanathapuram as its first dedicated data scientist.

AUCKLAND, Today: Special has appointed Claire Bradbourne to help develop the group globally, working with Special partners across all offices to help create a world class and consistent brand, to aid growth.

WELLINGTON, Wednesday: Data-led creative agency EightyOne, has appointed Tracey Bridges as the chair of its advisory board. MD Matt West said: “The team is delighted to welcome Tracey. We are expanding, increasing our depth and breadth, so we can tackle even bigger problems for our clients.

AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Grey Lynn customer insights agency Perceptive has appointed Priya Patel to its customer experience team. Perceptive CX team leader Sammie Parkinson said: “This comes after several account wins and a period of growth.