Matthew Slade has joined Free Folk Agency and Steady Ground in the newly created, hybrid role of Melbourne Lead and Head of Sport.
He was at Top Shelf International Holdings for seven years, where he served as Head of Marketing and Brands, and Brand and Investor Relations Director. Matthew has senior communications and corporate affairs experience, having started his career as a journalist before working in various sports organisations, including Cricket Australia and the International Hockey Federation.
In his new role, he will offer specialist advice on corporate affairs, stakeholder management and investor relations and drive the agency forward, with a particular focus on sport ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Matt said he is energised by the opportunity to contribute to scaling an ambitious, growing agency group.
"What attracted me to Free Folk Agency and Steady Ground was the team’s appetite for growth and genuine commitment to their people and clients. I'm ready to hit the ground running as we build on that momentum together."
(Pictured L-R: Madison West and Matthew Slade)