Stuff promotions strengthen Agency Markets team

Stuff has promoted Laressa Marinovich to Director of Agency Markets across New Zealand and Australia, a strategic leadership role within its commercial team. 

With more than 26 years experience, Marinovich excels at leading high-performing teams, growing relationships and increasing market share. 

The appointment has enabled further promotions within the team, with Ella Gribben, Ellen Yan and Angela Hughes appointed Group Sales Managers. The trio brings a wealth of experience and a profound understanding of the media landscape. 

The changes come as part of a reorganisation of Stuff’s commercial team, now known as Brand Connections, to enhance relationships with advertising partners and supercharge their results. 

Marinovich says; “I have great confidence in Angela, Ella and Ellen, whose industry expertise and deep-rooted knowledge will help me enable our agency team to deliver substantial value for our partners.”

Matt Headland, Managing Director - Brand Connections, says the promotions reflect Stuff’s commitment to delivering exceptional value and service across the National and Australian markets.

“We’ve got some of the best in the business here at Stuff. Laressa is an incredibly experienced leader, and together with Ella, Ellen and Angela, our agency partners are in great hands. 

“These changes empower the team to build on our already enviable number one position in New Zealand and cement our reputation as a trusted media partner across Australasia,” he says. 

Stuff’s print products reach 2.6 million New Zealanders, connecting to valuable audiences including household shoppers and business decision markers. In addition, Stuff.co.nz is New Zealand’s number one news site, with a monthly audience of 2 million unique visitors*.

For more information, or to talk to someone about how Stuff’s Brand Connections team can help your business, please contact laressa.marinovich@stuff.co.nz

*Nielsen CMI Q2 22 - Q1 23 AP 15+. Nielsen Online Ratings, Domestic Unique Audience, April 2023. Base: All People 15+ (does not include exclusive mobile app audience).