Leo Burnett Australia has appointed Amanda Wheeler as chief client partner on Suncorp and Craveable Brands.
Wheeler brings to the role more than 20 years’ experience working in the advertising industry.
Her expert knowledge across a broad range of skills comes from her background practicing as a journalist, strategist, communications manager, public relations manager, senior planner, team leader, general manager and managing partner.
Wheeler was managing partner at DDB Group Australia, where she managed a portfolio of blue chip clients, including Volkswagen, Skoda, Freedom and Unilever.
Prior to this role, Wheeler was general manager of Innocean Australia and responsible for helping to establish the agency in its early days.
Here, she developed and expanded on Innocean's capabilities and services in Australia, leading the agency’s partnership with foundation clients Hyundai and Kia.
“I’ve been lucky enough to have had roles right across the industry from through-the-line advertising and strategic planning through to public relations, event management and sponsorship activation," Wheeler says.
“I'm a passionate advocate for creativity that extends well beyond a television showreel and therefore truly excited to join an agency that acts like a true all-encompassing creative powerhouse.”
Leo Burnett Australia CEO Melinda Geertz says she is thrilled to welcome Wheeler to the agency.
“Her passion for ideas and creativity is infectious, and her track record for creating outstanding client partnerships that encourage award-winning ideas is impressive," Geertz says.
“Amanda is also a lovely human being – someone who shares our values and respects our culture.”
This is the latest senior appointment at Leo Burnett, which also recently appointed Emma Montgomery as CEO of its Sydney office.
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