Sandpiper appoints Angus Booth as ANZ managing director amid regional growth

Angus Booth is stepping into the managing director role for Sandpiper across Australia and New Zealand, as the Asia Pacific-based communications and public affairs group continues to scale across the region.

Based in Sydney, Booth will lead Sandpiper’s growth and operations across key sectors including energy, financial services, health, professional services, property and infrastructure, and technology.

He brings some 20 years’ experience in corporate affairs, investor relations and media strategy, with senior roles at Lendlease and Charter Hall. Most recently, he was senior managing director at Sodali & Co, where he led M&A and shareholder engagement activity across APAC and EMEA. His appointment comes as Sandpiper continues to expand, now operating in 13 locations across Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

Francesca Boase will remain global managing director of professional services and will also take on leadership of Sandpiper’s insurance practice, one of its fastest growing sectors.

“We are thrilled to welcome Angus to the Sandpiper team,” Emma Smith, chief executive officer at Sandpiper, said. “Australia and New Zealand are important markets for us, and Angus is a leader with an impressive track record who brings highly valuable experience across both corporate and financial communications that will add further value to our clients and support our next phase of growth.

“I would also like to congratulate Fran on her achievements in the market to date and to celebrate her immense continued success in growing our insurance and professional services practices globally.”

Booth said the opportunity to lead the firm’s ANZ business came at a pivotal moment.

“This rare and exciting opportunity presents a chance to work closely with our highly talented team to drive innovation, deepen client trust, and build on the company’s strong foundation for long-term success,” he said.

“As the region’s largest independent communications, research and public affairs consultancy, Sandpiper offers a powerful global platform for clients to confidently navigate complex stakeholder communications challenges.”