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PHD’s Annabel Gelardi has been promoted to the role of Group Trading Director after five years with the agency, most recently working as its Trading Director.

What you need to know:

Gelardi has led the award-winning trading team at PHD.
Will now oversee strategic investment more broadly.

Gelardi, who started her agency career in the UK before undertaking stints at Starcom and MediaCom Australia, will report to National Head of Trading, Joanna Barnes.

“Annabel brings immense energy, curiosity, and critical thinking to the role, she is extremely talented with a history of delivering outstanding results across her client base and team,” said Barnes.

Gelardi, who is also involved in the MFA Foundations Training Program, added: “I am extremely proud that my career continues to progress at PHD which has become like a second home for me. The role of investment is continuously evolving, and my focus will be ensuring that the team are at the forefront of change.”