The IMAA has announced unveiled a changing of the guard with new board of directors as the industry body enters its fourth year.
Nick Behr, Dominic Pearman and Darren McKenzie, who were part of the founding five media agency directors of the IMAA, will step down from their director roles at the end of 2023 to make way for a refreshed Board.
Joining existing Board members Jacquie Alley (The Media Store chief operating officer), as chair, and Stephen Fagan (Media Republic director) as treasurer are Phil McDonald (BCM group managing director), Melissa Roberts (The Advertising Room CEO) and Angela Smith (AFFINITY chief brand officer), who voted in by members at the IMAA Annual General Meeting this month.
Alley acknowledged and celebrated the impact that Behr, Pearman and McKenzie have had on the IMAA, the independent media agency sector, and the industry body’s more than 160 members.
“A myriad of industry-leading initiatives has not only shaped but significantly enhanced our professional landscape,” she said.
Alley said that Behr, Pearman and McKenzie: “have led with integrity, courage, diligence, and humour and we look forward to their continued presence as active members of the IMAA (and personal lifelong friends).”
“I would also like to warmly welcome Melissa, Angela, and Phil to the Board as we prepare for another big year for the indies.”
Behr, Kaimera CEO, said of leaving the Board: “I believe we made a significant impact to many independent agencies over the last four years. I am wholly confident that this legacy of positive change will be upheld by the new board. We leave the IMAA in good hands.”
Pearman, managing director of Pearman Media, said it has been “satisfying” to see the IMAA grow and expand over the past four years.
“To see the independent media agency sector become a strong and united force in our industry, particularly as brands see the value in working with indies. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed helping to steer the IMAA and I look forward to watching its ongoing success,” he added.
McKenzie, CEO of McKenzie Partners, said: “It’s been an amazing four years being part of the founding members of the IMAA, to see it flourish and attract indie members from all over the country.
“We know the independent media agency voice is stronger as one – and it is also louder and more impactful. Thanks to all the IMAA members for making this organisation what it is and to our valued media partners for their support.”
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Top image: IMAA’s 2023 and 2024 board of directors