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Think HQ looks to accelerate growth in NSW with new appointment

Positive change independent agency, Think HQ, is gearing up for a Sydney expansion with the appointment of Charmaine Griffith as Head of Growth.

In the newly created role, Charmaine will drive Think HQ's growth strategy, strengthening its presence in NSW and beyond. She will join Sarah Wood on the Sydney leadership team to drive coordinated growth across the agency's integrated offering spanning strategy, creative, PR, tech, and diverse audience engagement.

Charmaine made the move from Clemenger BBDO, where she has spent over two and a half years as Growth Director. Prior to that, she held growth leadership roles at VML, including Growth Director for Australia and New Zealand, following appointments at PwC’s CMO Advisory, OMD, and Initiative.

Think HQ Founder & Managing Director, Jen Sharpe, said: "Charmaine’s appointment reflects the strength of our ambition in NSW, and nationally. From the first conversation, it was clear she truly understands our unique strengths in the market, and brings a proven ability to lead growth in complex, integrated environments. I’m looking forward to working together to bring Think HQ’s positive change approach to more clients and communities across Australia."

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