Sling & Stone’s fresh NZ leadership

AUCKLAND, Today: Sling & Stone is starting 2025 with a fresh leadership update in New Zealand, welcoming Emily O’Halloran as the new Integrated Account Director.

Emily returns from London where she led integrated PR and social media strategies for notable brands like Brooklyn Brewery and Ocado.com. Her impressive background includes various roles in Auckland, collaborating with names such as GoPro, LEGO, and Tourism Samoa.

Emily O’Halloran said, “I’ve long admired Sling & Stone for its creativity, innovation, and standout reputation as an employer. Supporting ambitious brands, alongside such a dynamic and forward-thinking team, is an incredibly exciting next step in my career. I’m delighted to be a part of the agency’s continued growth and success.”

“Emily’s expertise, creativity, and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to build and execute innovative integrated campaigns that deliver results for our clients. We look forward to seeing her make a significant impact.” – Sian Church

Sian Church, Head of New Zealand at Sling & Stone, said, “The New Zealand media landscape has changed drastically over the last few years, thus the type of work and briefs from clients is changing as well.

“Emily’s expertise, creativity, and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to build and execute innovative integrated campaigns that deliver results for our clients. We look forward to seeing her make a significant impact.”

Emily’s appointment marks a key development for both her career and the expansion of Sling & Stone’s team. She will enhance the agency’s integrated campaigns, building on their 2024 successes like the Lush Shower Swap and the launch of Aotearoa’s first green hydrogen network with Hiringa Energy.

Sling & Stone, with a robust team across Australia, the United States, New Zealand, and Singapore, partners with the world’s most pivotal and interesting brands.