_{(Pictured, from left: Andrew Drougas, Renee Hyde and Chris Howatson)}

Andrew Drougas has joined Howatson+Company as Managing Director - Melbourne. He made the move after 15 years with Clemenger Group, most recently as Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director - Melbourne at CHE Proximity.

Chris Howatson, Founder and CEO said he was thrilled to welcome Andrew and be working with him again: “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Drougie for many years. He deeply cares about his clients and how to grow their business. He creates a climate of understanding, care and ambition within the agency. And is truly energised by the transformational power of creative thinking. His experience will immediately elevate our business and help define our next era.”

Andrew will partner with the existing leadership team, including Managing Partner, Rebecca Robertson, and Renee Hyde, who has been promoted to Group Managing Director.