ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks has announced the appointment of Milla McPhee as Director, Audiences.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Milla is currently Chief Strategy Officer of Droga5 and Managing Director at Accenture Song. Previously she was Head of Brand and Creative Strategy for Amazon in Europe, leading brand and strategy development across Amazon\u2019s global portfolio of brands.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Milla is a recognised leader in brand positioning, audience insight and creative strategy. She has helped develop strategies for some of Australia\u2019s most complex and trusted brands including NRMA, Telstra, Optus, Tourism Australia, Australia Post and Qantas.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Milla McPhee:\u202f”It is an extraordinarily rare opportunity to help reflect\u202fhow a nation sees itself. The ABC is one of our most vital public institutions and enduring cultural icons. Its role as our most trusted source of understanding and shared meaning has never been more essential.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n
“I\u2019m honoured to join the leadership team at such a critical moment for media, creativity, and Australia\u2019s cultural identity.”\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hugh Marks:\u202f\u201cMilla clearly has an incredibly strategic and creative mind that will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen the relationship between the ABC, its programs and services, and all Australians.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cShe will bring a unique perspective and audience focused approach to the leadership team, contributing to the ABC’s delivery of memorable and distinctive content experiences.”\u00a0<\/p>\n
Milla starts with the ABC on 8 September 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n