David Hayes
Managing Director
With more than 30 years’ experience generating breakthrough creative solutions in the advertising industry - originally as a copywriter – David’s focus has always been on ideas; ensuring that they’re not just good - (intrusive, relevant, memorable) - but also right for the task.
In his role today, David’s invaluable contribution to the businesses of HBK+Commotion clients is strategic: What’s really the issue/challenge? What’s the best way to tackle it? How do we make the best use of all the tools at our disposal?
Relevant Experience:
TAC, Cancer Council Victoria, Diabetes Australia, Victorian Government Department of Health, Zoos Victoria, City of Melbourne (Queen Victoria Market).
Sheridan Devereux
General Manager
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the agency, Sheridan provides senior ‘hands-on’ management across all HBK+Commotion clients. Active in the big-picture strategic planning, development and implementation of projects across all clients, Sheridan brings 15 years of branding, production and communications experience and expertise across all industry sectors.
Passionate about strategy, compelling communications and unrivalled client service to deliver these, Sheridan applies commercial intelligence to every comms challenge.
Relevant Experience:
Oxfam Australia, RSL Victoria, Victorian Government Department of Health, Alzheimer’s Australia, Diabetes Australia.
Luke Kelly
Digital Director
Committed to ensuring that clients benefit from everything the digital age has to offer, coupled with a tailored strategy, Luke oversees the HBK+Commotion digital function in its entirety; from complex e-commerce platform integration to application development, campaign microsites, e-CRM and social media to mobile.
No matter the tech, platform or channel, Luke applies savvy strategy to every digital execution ensuring performance can be optimised and measurable.
Relevant Experience:
BioCSL, Transport Workers Union, Sitepoint, Game Management Authority, Specsavers, STIHL Australia, Nike, Tintern Grammar.