YoungShand Managing Director and Co-founder Duncan Shand joins the IMANZ board

Independent Media Agencies New Zealand (IMANZ) has welcomed Duncan Shand, Managing Director and Co-founder of YoungShand to its Board.

Shand brings extensive experience to the position from a varied career across media, marketing and advertising. He considers it an honour to be advocating for independent media agencies through the IMANZ Board.

“I really believe independent agencies can provide New Zealand businesses with better brand leadership and stronger media results,” says Shand. “I’m looking forward to contributing to the development of a growing independent agency sector that helps New Zealand businesses thrive.”

As IMANZ looks to grow its membership and forge connections with advertisers, IMANZ Chair and Co-founder of independent media agency D3, Alex Radford, is thrilled to welcome Shand to the Board.

“Having grown YoungShand into an innovative and respected presence within New Zealand’s agency community, Duncan brings a rare combination of strategic insight, digital expertise, and unwavering dedication to the indie sector,” says Radford. “His leadership will be a real asset as we continue to strengthen and grow the voice of independent agencies across New Zealand.”

The appointment completes the IMANZ Board, which also includes Kris Hadley, Managing Partner and Co-founder of Together; Niven Boyle, Managing Director of The Media Dept; and Elaine Gibbons, Managing Partner of Sneakers Media.