Thomas will join dmg Radio from his current contract post as Head of Advertising and Media for Coles Supermarkets where he oversees the retailer’s national advertising campaigns. Prior to this, Tony founded and lead digital communications agency The Population.
Before starting The Population, Thomas was Director of Marketing for web portal ninemsn for two years, a role he entered after spending six years as Marketing Director (Australasia) for PepsiCo International where he was responsible for the marketing of global brands like Pepsi, Pepsi Max, and Gatorade, among many others.
Cathy O’Connor said: “This is a significant appointment for dmg and marks a new approach to the marketing of our brands. We are thrilled to have attracted such a high calibre marketing professional in Tony, who brings a mix of consumer and digital media marketing experience to the role. I have no doubt his contribution will be invaluable.”
Tony Thomas said: “I have always seen dmg as a creative and innovative company in the media landscape. It’s a business with strong media brands, like Nova and Classic Rock, great personalities and fresh content generated every day. A dream for any marketer! I’m really excited by the opportunity.”
Thomas joins dmg Radio as Group Marketing Director on Monday, 9th August.
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