Ex-YoungShand GM Emma Dalton joins Pitchblack as partner and GM; Katie Loverich and Campbell McLean promoted to managing partners

(Pictured L-R: Katie Loverich, Campbell McLean, Emma Dalton)

The 4th quarter has been a significant period of blue-chip pitching for Pitchblack, the results of which have become an early birthday present for the agency as it turns 5 in January.

Following the agency’s strong growth, it has announced the appointment of Emma Dalton as new partner and general manager and the promotion of Katie Loverich and Campbell McLean to managing partners.

Says Josh Moore, principal partner, Pitchblack: “As we enter our 6th year our foundation clients and brand new clients alike have put us in the privileged position to invest in the next chapter of Pitchblack. Starting with us early in the new year are a number of new additions to the team. This expansion has meant we can proudly announce the promotion of Katie Loverich and Campbell McLean to managing partners and announce the appointment of a new partner and general manager, Emma Dalton.”

Says Jono Key, principal partner, Pitchblack: “Campbell and Katie have been with Pitchblack since day one, from our beginnings around a kitchen table, to today, here at Drake St. They’re stars of the PB family and outstanding members of our management team. They have been personally responsible for driving the agencies successful long term client relationships on the likes of Burger King, TAB, Sanitarium and Griffin’s.”

Says Moore: “Emma Dalton’s appointment reflects our growth. Emma has had a stella run as GM of Young Shand building a great team culture and a strong set of clients over the last 6 years. We are stoked to bring her into our management team as we expand.

Says Dalton: “Stepping into the leadership team at Pitchblack Partners with some old friends is the best possible way to round out 2023. I’ve always been a fan of how Josh, Jono and the team think and I’m excited to see that applied to some new client partners in the new year. Pitchblack is impressively successful, with an enviable list of client partners for an agency that is 5 years young. Building on this momentum is going to be a joy.”

Adds Moore: “Lastly from Team PB, thank you to all our clients for another fun year. You are great people, have a fantastic Christmas.”