Contagion exit

AUCKLAND, Tuesday: Following a recent review, PHD New Zealand has been awarded the Energy Online media account. The incumbent was Contagion.

PHD ceo Nikki Grafton said: “We are looking forward to building our partnership with the Energy Online team and pride ourselves on consistently delivering effective campaigns for our clients.

“Leveraging our data, analytics, and technology capability we will deliver commercial success for Energy Online. It is also rewarding to see the team’s capability recognised and we are excited about our partnership.”

Energy Online GM Shaun Rees said: “PHD’s history of delivering strong results for similar NZ brands made them a natural choice.

“Competing for customers in the fiercely competitive energy market, we were attracted to PHD’s ability to provide media strategy and insight beyond traditional channels, aligning with our challenger mindset and maximising reach for our brand.”

The appointment is effective immediately.

“PHD’s history of delivering strong results for similar NZ brands made them a natural choice.”