AUCKLAND, Today: The brand and digital product agency Dave Clark has shared the news that founder Dave Clark passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family.
The business was founded in 2001 by Clark alongside Andy Brown, Andrew Smith and Jonathan Tillick, growing over more than two decades into a leading agency working across New Zealand, Australia and Asia.
Clark stepped back from day-to-day involvement late last year due to ill health, with leadership already transitioned to his co-founders. The company’s leadership and ownership structure remains unchanged.
“Dave cared deeply about the work, but even more about the people.” – Andy Brown, Managing Director
“Dave was immensely proud of the business and the people within it,” said Managing Director Andy Brown. “He stepped back, knowing the company is stable and well-positioned for the future. That continuity remains firmly in place.”
Beginning his career more than 50 years ago, Clark was widely respected for his craft, curiosity and commitment to developing people across the industry.
While his roots were in design, the agency bearing his name evolved into a sophisticated brand and digital product business under the long-standing leadership of its founding partners.
“Dave cared deeply about the work, but even more about the people,” Brown said. “His influence is felt not just in what we’ve been building, but in how we work together.”
The company has asked for privacy for Clark’s family at this time.
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