The New York-based 2016 Global Awards – which reward worldwide healthcare and wellness advertising – has issued its call for entries.
Arrivals & Departures: NZME fills senior roles
NZME has appointed Matt Headland as general manager agency markets, and Mike Beazley as the new head of direct, both reporting to chief commercial officer Laura Maxwell.
Do you know this agency agency?
A rave Jesse Mulligan review for the Lucky Lucky Dumplings restaurant in K Rd gives the pop-up establishment (in the old Las Vegas strip club) 8.5 out of 10 stars. In his review, Mulligan informs us that it’s owned by “an upmarket ad agency”.
MediaWorks earnings tumble
MediaWorks has revealed a sharp drop in underlying earnings amid challenging market conditions and says it may seek further support from private equity owner Oaktree to fund growth opportunities, according to a report in NBR today.
Arrivals & Departures: Fresh off the boat
After almost four years in business, integrated Auckland indie agency Chemistry Interaction continues to grow and has made three new hires in the wake of recent new client wins helloworld, ChildFund and Placemakers.
Colenso, Republik win at AMES
SINGAPORE – NZ agencies have won two Golds, a Silver, and four Bronzes at the 2016 Asian Marketing Effectiveness & Strategy (AMES) Awards, held last night at the Grand Hyatt Singapore.
Agency staffers can win a $2500 diamond as Adshel launches Shine Bright(er)
Adshel has this week launched a new trade campaign that encourages brands and advertisers to stand out and ‘shine bright(er)’ during the winter months when less sunlight would usually disadvantage the visibility of out-of-home advertising assets.
New business tools unveiled in NZ
Instagram has overnight unveiled new business tools that will be available first to businesses in New Zealand, Australia and the US.
Augusto confirms Wendy’s role
Auckland creative production agency Augusto has confirmed earlier informal reports that it’s won the Wendy’s account – without a pitch. The incumbent was Image Centre.
Legends – minus one – keep the long-lunch tradition alive
The Kiwi ad legends featured in our historic Cibo photo earlier this week still meet regularly for lunch, writes former DDB NZ group ceo Sandy Moore, from somewhere in France where he is currently on vacation.
