AUCKLAND, Yesterday: Melanie Spencer, CEO and Co-Founder of Thompson Spencer, has been honoured with a Commendation at the Campaign Asia Agency of the Year Awards in Singapore this week.
She was recognised in the hotly contested Agency Head of the Year category. Melanie is the only recipient across New Zealand and Australia, highlighting her standout global leadership.
This accolade celebrates Melanie’s transformative impact on Thompson Spencer. Over the past year, she has integrated five specialist offerings under one brand and launched offices in London and Sydney.
The socially-led, full-service agency has thrived under Melanie’s guidance. It has achieved significant team growth and secured major clients like Honda NZ, Auckland Transport, and Noel Leeming.
“The wins just keep coming!” said Co-Founder Wendy Thompson. “We couldn’t be prouder of Melanie receiving this commendation, being the only person recognised in this category across NZ and Australia.”
“We see how hard you work and how much you put into growing this company and all of us humans along the way, Mel, and we thank you.” – Wendy Thompson
“We see how hard you work and how much you put into growing this company and all of us humans along the way, Mel, and we thank you,” Wendy added.
Melanie emphasised collaboration in her response to the award. “This is special, really REALLY special, but I feel uncomfortable being singled out here! This recognition is for all of us.”
She praised her team, highlighting support from Wendy Thompson, Brent Impey, and the senior leadership team. Melanie credits their collective effort for the agency’s continued success.
The Campaign Asia Awards are respected across the Asia-Pacific. Melanie’s commendation places her among elite agency heads shaping the advertising industry’s future.
This achievement caps a milestone year for Thompson Spencer, reinforcing its position as a dynamic, progressive global agency.
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