Pedestrian Group, ANZ’s largest youth-focused publishing group, has hired Dane Robertson to lead the company’s sales department in Melbourne, further developing agency and client partnerships as well as driving new business relationships in market.

Dane previously held the position of Head of VIC, QLD, SA Partnerships at The Brag Media. Prior to that, he worked at Val Morgan Digital and Val Morgan Cinema for multiple years. He is a well respected leader in the market with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful creative brand campaigns.

Pedestrian Group’s Chief Commercial Officer, Rachel Tikey said, “Dane is a highly respected sales leader in the Melbourne market and comes to our business with glowing client reviews, we couldn’t be more thrilled to have him join the Pedestrian Group team as our Head of Partnerships in Victoria. We are excited to see the impact he will make and the growth he will drive for our business and clients. Welcome aboard, Dane!”

Dane Robertson said, “I’m so incredibly excited to join the Pedestrian Group team. I’ve always admired the network from afar and now have the opportunity to help contribute by leading the Victorian Partnership’s team to new heights.”

Dane’s appointment comes as Pedestrian Group continues to grow and expand its commercial offerings. With his extensive experience and proven track record, Dane is well positioned to help the company achieve its ambitious growth plans.

*About Pedestrian Group*
Pedestrian Group is Australia’s leading youth-centered publisher, reaching a unique audience of more than 4.16 million Aussies per month, and more 18 to 39-year-olds than any other publisher. It is home to PEDESTRIAN.TV, The Chainsaw, VICE Australia, Refinery29 Australia, Lifehacker Australia, Gizmodo Australia, Kotaku Australia and Business Insider Australia, as well as the Open Air Cinemas. It is wholly owned by Nine, Australia’s largest media company.

*Nielsen Digital Content Ratings, Monthly Tagged, December 2020, All Brands, Text, People 2+, Census

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager
clynch@nine.com.au 

Monday, March 20, 2023