Australian PR agency, SPEAK Communications, has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of Jason Evans as Senior Account Manager. Jason brings more than 15 years of communications experience across entertainment, sport, and technology, having worked with brands including Channel 9, Stan, Netflix, and Microsoft. His experience spans both in-house and agency roles, covering creative strategy, media relations, and reputation management. SPEAK Communications Founder and Director, Snezana Hay, said: “There’s a really nice full-circle element to Jason joining SPEAK. Jason was actually an intern when we first worked together at 2K Games many years ago, so to now have him joining SPEAK as a Senior Account Manager is pretty special. “We’re thrilled to welcome him as a fellow SPEAK-er. Jason brings an incredible depth of experience across entertainment, sport and technology, strong media relationships and the ability to think creatively and strategically for clients. “As SPEAK continues to grow, having experienced senior people who can lead accounts and be trusted partners to our clients is incredibly important. Jason ticks all those boxes and most importantly, he’s a genuinely great human who fits perfectly into the culture we’ve built.”(Source: Telummedia)

Australian fintech innovator Shaype has hired SPEAK Communications as its new public relations partner. SPEAK will handle all traditional communications, media relations, and press office activities for Shaype, focusing primarily on the B2B space with strategic B2C integration.This partnership comes as Shaype continues to experience significant growth. The company secured $21.4 million in Series C funding in September 2022, showcasing investor confidence in their embedded finance platform. Shaype's platform allows businesses of all sizes to seamlessly integrate financial services into their offerings, creating a more streamlined and customer-centric experience.With SPEAK's expertise in crafting compelling narratives and Shaype's groundbreaking technology, this partnership promises to propel Shaype's brand awareness and solidify its position at the forefront of the fintech revolution.