Mediaweek’s Media Movers charts the biggest people moves in the industry over the past week.
Taboola appoints Krishan Bhatia as chief business officer
Taboola has appointed Krishan Bhatia as its first Chief Business Officer, tasking the former Amazon Ads and NBCUniversal executive with leading global sales and partnerships.
Foxcatcher strengthens Queensland expansion with senior programmatic hire
Foxcatcher has expanded its Queensland presence, appointing experienced programmatic specialist Iuri Rusak as Programmatic Account Director in Brisbane.
This strategic hire is designed to accelerate its partnership with Ryvalmedia and expand its AI-led programmatic offering in the region.
Alpha Digital adds Tim Harper-Russell and Nathan Fraser amid growth phase
Alpha Digital has bolstered its senior ranks with the addition of Tim Harper-Russell as head of growth and Nathan Fraser as head of product.
The Brisbane-based agency, which was acquired by ASX-listed XPON Technologies last year, said the hires mark a new phase of transformation as it looks to modernise its marketing and customer experience offering.
BatFast names former Cricket Australia boss Nick Hockley as CEO
BatFast has appointed former Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley as global chief executive officer.
The appointment takes effect immediately and comes as BatFast accelerates the expansion of its AI-powered sports simulation platform across Australia, India, North America and the Middle East.
Special Australia updates national leadership team with four senior appointments
Special Australia has announced a series of senior leadership appointments as it continues to scale its national operations and creative offering across Sydney and Melbourne.
The independent agency has added four executives to its leadership ranks, appointing Sasha Firth as managing director, hiring Christie Meischke as people and culture director, and promoting Simon Gibson and Nils Eberhardt to executive creative directors.
Cake.Shop adds Rhiannon Brown as commercial director to accelerate digital growth
Adtech startup Cake.Shop has appointed Rhiannon Brown as commercial director.
The addition comes as the business looks to scale its independent, transparent digital advertising services across Australia.
Psembi Kinstan exit reshapes Clemenger BBDO creative leadership bench
Clemenger BBDO’s creative leadership is entering a new phase following the departure of Chief Creative Officer Psembi Kinstan. Senior executives have acknowledged the significant impact he made and the void his exit creates.
Kinstan has relocated to Europe to take on a leadership role at 72andSunny Amsterdam, ending nearly five years with DDB Group Melbourne and Clemenger BBDO.
Anderson Cooper exits 60 Minutes as Bari Weiss reshapes CBS News
Anderson Cooper is leaving the US incarnation of 60 Minutes after nearly twenty years.
This move ends a significant cross-network partnership between CNN and CBS. It also highlights the ongoing changes at CBS News under editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.
Digitas Australia nabs Miriam Healy as chief technology officer
Digitas Australia has appointed Miriam Healy as chief technology officer.
Healy joins the business with more than 25 years’ experience across engineering, digital transformation and large-scale platform delivery.
Based in Melbourne, she commenced in the role in February.
‘Different niche in the market’: Narrative Communications taps Sydney with new global lead
Strategic public relations and communications agency Narrative Communications has officially opened a Sydney base, marking a key milestone in its national growth strategy.
The move sees Principal Lahra Carey split her time between Melbourne and Sydney as the agency strengthens its footprint to better serve clients across Australia.
The Inspired Unemployed signs with LiSTNR for podcast return
One of Australia’s most recognisable comedy duos is making its return to audio, with The Inspired Unemployed confirming a new partnership with LiSTNR ahead of a podcast relaunch in April.
The deal will see Matt Ford and Jack Steele bring their hit podcast to Australia’s leading commercial podcast network, marking what both parties describe as a new chapter for the duo after a hiatus since their last episode in August 2024.
Havas Red taps Erin Sing as executive director following Melbourne push
Global communications agency Havas Red has appointed Erin Sing as Executive Director, Melbourne.
The appointment comes as the agency consolidates its presence in Melbourne following the establishment of a new Havas Village in Richmond and a run of award-winning campaigns across consumer, corporate and health sectors.