UnLtd announces new CEO: ‘He’s a visionary leader’
UnLtd has announced its new CEO following the departure of long-serving head, Chris Freel.
On Thursday, the company confirmed that award-winning entrepreneur Stephen Hunt has been appointed in the role, and is set to start on 6 May.
Hunt, who has experience in the media, technology and music industries in Australia, most recently worked as CEO and co-founder of Music Health Inc. He has previously held senior leadership roles at Universal Music Group, TubeMogul, AdConion and News Corp.
“We are so excited to have someone of Stephen’s calibre joining UnLtd at such a critical time of growth,” Domain CMO and UnLtd co-chair, Rebecca Darley, said.
“Stephen brings valuable experience, a global perspective and an entrepreneurial approach to help grow the positive impact our industry generates for young people at risk. He’s a visionary leader with a strong understanding of our industry, combined with a passion and skills for creating positive social change and growth.”
Freel announced his resignation from UnLtd as CEO in December last year before his February departure; a role he held since 2017.
UnLtd said over 50 applicants submitted interest in the role in what was a four-month process.
“The high level and quality of applications to the role is testament to the incredible work the UnLtd team has been doing over the years and the desire for our industry to create positive societal change,” Adam Furness, managing director APAC at impact.com and co-chair of UnLtd, said.
“Stephen brings fantastic experience and drive to lead UnLtd to our ‘Chapter 2’ that will see UnLtd take a more cause-centric approach to tackle key issues affecting young people at risk.”
Hunt added: “I’ve watched the UnLtd story unfold over the years and greatly admire the force for good it has become. I’m so excited to be joining this incredible team and working with the wider industry to help take it to the next level.
“There is so much talent and passion for creating real change in our industry and I can’t wait to play a role in harnessing that power to do great things together!”
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Neil Griffiths is the editor of Mumbrella. He joined the company in October 2023.
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