VML Brisbane has announced the return of Jo Millington to its ranks in the newly created role of Managing Partner. Millington previously served as the Client Service Director at VML Brisbane from 2017 to 2022.

In her new role, she will work alongside VML Brisbane and Perth Managing Director, Adam Kennedy, and other key leaders to further drive the growth and success of the agency and its client partners.

Millington brings with her a wealth of experience from her previous positions, including Head of Brand for Griffith University and General Manager of Khemistry. During her tenure at Khemistry, the agency was recognised as Campaign Brief’s #7 Small Agency of the Year in 2024.

"Everyone that’s met Jo, knows she’s a force of nature. She’s an energiser, problem solver and truth teller that loves partnering with clients to create breakthrough work. In recruiting for this role, we met some amazing national and international candidates, but Jo was the perfect choice to help lead the agency into the future," said Adam Kennedy, Managing Director of VML Brisbane and Perth. "Along with the wider Brisbane leadership, we make a ripping team and I can’t wait to see what we can achieve together."

Millington expressed her excitement about her return to VML. "My time at VML was always very special to me and I loved working with Adam and the team. This new role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the agency's vision alongside Adam, and it feels like the perfect moment to rejoin."

VML AUNZ Chief Executive Officer, Thomas Tearle, also expressed his confidence in Millington's appointment.

"Jo's a natural fit to lead our business in Brisbane with Adam. We believe in her as a leader. She knows how to create the right culture for creativity to flourish, partners beautifully with our clients and has a proven track record in delivering growth across VML's capability set - from brand to CX to commerce. I'm so happy to have her back on the team and believe the combination of Jo, Adam, Andrew Kolb (Head of Strategy) and Stu Turner (Group ECD) is going to be a formidable line up."

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth.