PLAUD.AI has welcomed Cloris Yang as Global Public Relations Manager. In her new role, she oversees PR and communications for the AI note-taking brand in APAC, as well as English-speaking regions, including the UK and the U.S.

Cloris previously built her comms know-how at tech companies including Yaber Entertainment Projector and UBTECH Robotics.

Michael Ranieri has accepted a new role at the Department of Defence as Deputy Communication Advisor to the Chief of the Defence Force. He initially joined Defence in 2023 as Media Manager for the Royal Australian Navy.

Michael holds in-house experience from various government departments, including at the National Emergency Management Agency, Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Australian Taxation Office.

The Victorian Department of Health has welcomed James Howe as Director Public Affairs. He was previously General Manager, Corporate Affairs at ANDHealth.

James' comms experience spans nearly 25 years, with senior roles at Telstra, Bupa and Bunnings.