QMS Appoints Mark Fairhurst to drive NSW growth

QMS Media Limited (ASX:QMS) (the Company) is pleased to announce the appointment of former APN Outdoor General Manager Sales, Mark Fairhurst as General Manager Sydney for QMS Australia; a newly developed role to further drive growth in the significant Sydney market.

Mark brings a wealth of senior sales leadership experience and media expertise across a range of media channels and organisations in Out-of-Home, TV, Digital and Publishing, and has a strong history of sales success in the media industry. His appointment is fundamental, as QMS Australia continues to solidify its strategic position as a premium quality digital outdoor media company in Australia.

With more than 20 years’ experience leading large media sales teams, Mark has spent the past 5 years at APN Outdoor, overseeing a period of significant revenue growth, and was most recently contracted to JC Decaux as Integration Advisor post its acquisition of APN Outdoor.

As an industry recognised sales leader, Mark’s experience and strong client and agency relationships will only further complement our senior sales management team, providing additional support and guidance as we continue to position QMS Australia for future growth.”

John O’Neill, QMS Australia CEO added “This newly created role is critical to the ongoing success of QMS Australia, as we focus on building on our solid foundations of quality and excellence for our clients. Mark will be instrumental in driving national incremental revenue growth and will work closely with our experienced NSW State Sales Manager, David Sutherland to increase our overall presence in the NSW market.”

Mark Fairhurst commented on his appointment saying, ““I am thrilled to be joining QMS Australia at such an important and exciting time for the business.”

Mark’s appointment with QMS Australia commences Tuesday 2nd April 2019.