Hatched builds national investment team as billings hit $150m

Independent media agency Hatched has created a national investment team, promoting Paul Wilkinson to national head of investment to lead the new five-person team across its Melbourne and Sydney operations.

Wilkinson joined Hatched in 2023 and has spent the past three years in a dual role as client partner and head of investment for the agency's Melbourne office.

He brings 25 years' experience across Australia and the UK, spanning both holding company and independent agencies.

The national structure will work across Hatched's five client “nests”, with the agency saying its recent growth created the need for a dedicated investment operation spanning both offices.

In a press release Hatched said billings have increased by around 50% over the three-year period, from $100 million to $150 million.