Empowering the Next Generation: OOHMAA launches its Emerging Leaders Board!
The Out of Home Media Association Aotearoa (OOHMAA) is thrilled to announce the creation of its Emerging Leaders Board (ELB), an exciting new initiative designed to empower the next generation of talent in the Out of Home industry.
The ELB has been established to provide a platform for young professionals to actively contribute to OOHMAA’s strategic direction. By fostering innovation and promoting diverse perspectives, OOHMAA’s goal for the ELB is to assist in driving the growth and evolution of the Out of Home industry.
“OOHMAA and its members recognize the importance of nurturing future leaders to ensure the continued success of our industry,” said OOHMAA CEO Natasha O’Connor. “The ELB will bring a fresh perspective, innovative ideas, and valuable strategic insights, helping to shape the future of OOHMAA and the wider Out of Home sector.”
The inaugural members of the Emerging Leaders Board are:
- Ivana Moreton – VAST Billboards
- Dallan Milich – MediaWorks
- Katie Ujdur – GO Media
- Lohnet Waugh – JOLT
- Dylan Hardie – LUMO
- Scarlett Downes – JCDecaux
- Montserrat Schweitzer – JCDecaux
- Sam Harris – Ad-Vantage Media
- Katie Smith – oOh!Media
- Henry Bates – oOh!Media
These individuals bring a diverse range of expertise and roles within the Out of Home sector, reflecting the dynamic and innovative nature of the industry.
“This initiative marks a significant step toward creating a more inclusive, forward-thinking industry,” added Natasha. “We are confident that the Emerging Leaders Board will help OOHMAA drive meaningful change and ensure the Out of Home industry continues to grow and thrive.”
The ELB will collaborate to provide strategic recommendations, challenge/support existing approaches, and bring innovative solutions to the table. Their work will directly support OOHMAA’s mission to advocate the value and effectiveness of Out of Home advertising in Aotearoa.
About OOHMAA (Out of Home Media Association Aotearoa)
OOHMAA (previously OMANZ) is a not-for-profit, professional, cohesive industry body representing key Outdoor Media display companies who collectively contribute approx. 90% of total Out of Home advertising industry revenue. OOHMAA’s key focus is to educate and raise awareness of Out of Home media’s role within the community, build and sustain relations with its key stakeholders, develop best practice industry standards and provide services to its members. A board of directors governs OOHMAA, who are committed and passionate about raising the profile of Out of Home advertising in the New Zealand market. Members of OOHMAA adhere to a Code of Practice and abide by the regulatory frameworks in which they operate.
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