About

Curiosity is in our DNA. But it’s the way we work together that sets us apart.  
At Mahlab we won’t settle for the way it’s always been done. We question e-v-e-r-y-thing. Because the more you look, the more you’ll find. So, expect us to ask “Why?" To challenge assumptions. And see the world from a fresh point of view. Every story we tell starts with a blank slate and an open mind.

So let’s write yours.
Born from
Journalism
Mahlab was originally founded as a custom publishing company by Bobbi Mahlab AM in 1997. Today we’re a fully integrated marketing and communications agency, producing content, creative solutions and strategy across a diverse range of national and international clients.

But our core principles remain the same. Proudly female led and B Corp certified, weapply critical inquiry to solve problemsand  transform how businesses communicate.
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We’re experts in the art of listening. We apply a critical line of inquiry to solve business problems. By taking a deep dive into what lies beneath, we turn obstacles into opportunities.
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Impact beats pretty every time. We create emotionally rich narratives that make people think, feel and act. Thumb-stopping, eyeball-grabbing and sharable strategy, communications and content. Work with meaningful impact.
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We define, design and deliver high-impact solutions and measurable results. No matter how tough the ask, how complex the category or how dry the topic, we leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of better.
our leadership team
Bobbi Mahlab, AM
Founder and chair
Cara McLeod
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Lily Carlyon
HEAD OF STRATEGY
Kim Richards
HEAD OF MARKETING
Gareth Allsopp
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
James Chalmers
EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
Emily Donnelly
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Chris Jenkins
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Jelena Li
PUBLISHING DIRECTOR
Gus Wick
Business Director, ASEAN
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