Following elections, the Comms Council has announced four new members to its Executive Board, providing governance and direction to the team.
New and returning Executive Board members
Paul Wilson (McCann), Kim Pick (VML), Daniel Hopkirk (Crave Group) and Rachel Anderson-Cormack (Dentsu) join the Board.
Fleur Head (Bastion) has been re-elected to the Board, representing Wellington members.
They join existing Board members Angela Watson, President (Colenso BBDO), Bridgette Franklin, Vice-President (Lassoo Media & PR), Nikki Grafton (Omnicom Media), Ben Goodale (Quantum Jump), Storm Day (Droga5 & Accenture Song) and Lee-Ann Morris (Publicis Media).
Kia Whakatinana, Kia Whakamanawa Advisors
The Board has also appointed Mihi Blake (Māia) and Jacob McGregor (AWE) as Kia Whakatinana, Kia Whakamanawa Advisors to the Board, ensuring tāngata Māori are represented in decisions impacting the industry.
Comms Council CEO Simon Lendrum says:
“I’m delighted to welcome the newly shaped board, and look forward to sharpening our strategy to ensure we remain focused on the key issues affecting agencies in Aotearoa, and supporting our community for years to come.”
