Bohemia Australia has announced the appointment of Paul Hutchinson as CEO.
Hutchinson’s appointment comes after four years as the chief executive of Wavemaker UK. He replaces outgoing CEO Brett Dawson who announced his plans in March to take on a broader remit within the AUNZ Group.
Hutch, as he is known, will not only be responsible for the management and growth of Bohemia Group but will sit on the executive team of M&C Saatchi Group AUNZ and lead the media and commerce capability
The newly appointed CEO said: “The beauty of the country, the unique approach of the people I met during the process and the opportunity to deliver real growth in innovative ways was very hard not to get excited about.
“I thrive in environments that have a clear vision, where teams come together to find solutions, the red tape is dissolved, and entrepreneurialism is encouraged and rewarded.
“In all my dealings so far, it’s clear the M&C Saatchi AUNZ Group is a network that delivers that, and I can’t wait to build on its successes and create more amazing work for our clients that has a positive impact in the world,” Hutchinson added.
During his tenure at Wavemaker, Hutchinson was responsible for the growth of some of the UK’s largest clients including BGL Group, BMW MINI Group, IAG (British Airways), UK Government, Netflix, Paramount and Morrisons.
Hutchinson also helped with navigating the business through the Maxus/MEC merger, championing the groups DEI agenda and successfully redefined the agency’s media partner collaboration.
Justin Graham, M&C Saatchi Group AUNZ CEO, said: “Defining an innovative media and commerce capability, one with creativity and data at its core, requires a leader with unique credentials.
“Hutch was a stand out, motivated by opportunity and the ability to make a real difference – equally across business results, and team culture.
“His ability to galvanise teams to deliver ambitious growth for brands, and the willingness to lean in to our ‘roll as one’ mindset is what set him apart.”
Hutchison will join Bohemia Australia, which is part of the M&C Saatchi Group, later this year.
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