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Who we are

Connect Media is an integrated B2B media company delivering events, content and marketing solutions that create advantage.

Our platforms encourage the knowledge exchange and connection of senior leaders, delivering access and sales solutions to some of the world’s most recognised companies.

Driven by originality. Powered by people.

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Our approach

We bring senior leaders together through high-calibre speakers, relevant industry content and a premium event experience. Our conferences, roundtables and custom branded events create opportunities to share experience, discuss the issues facing each industry and develop relationships.

Strong partnerships begin with relevance. We work with brands to contribute ideas and expertise that matter to the audience, while maintaining the quality of the programme and the delegate experience.

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Our People

Specialist talent from across Australia
Dominic Patterson

Founder & Director

Bridee Arrighi

General Manager

Jane Forbes

Marketing Director

Lisa Eam

Operations Director

Malin Haug

Head of Event Operations

Jack Martin

Growth Director

Duncan Hladik

Commercial Manager

Matilda Buck

Content & Event Producer

Our Clients

Working with the world's most recognised companies
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Australia Post
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Oracle
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Dominic Patterson

Since founding the company in 2009, Dominic has fostered a culture of innovation and creativity, producing world-class conferences and pioneering advancements within the industry.

A media entrepreneur with over 20 years’ experience in B2B communications and events, Dominic has led Connect Media to be twice recognised as a BRW Fast Starter, a BRW Fast 100 Company, and a SmartCompanySmart50.

A keen sportsman and a supporter of the performing arts, Dominic maintains an active interest in public policy and has hosted a radio show with several listeners.

He has a Bachelor of Arts in Management (Economics) from the University of Westminster in London, certificates from AFTRS, NIDA and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Bridee Arrighi

As General Manager, Bridee has operational and strategic oversight of the entire business. Building on her previous role as Operations Director, she continues to lead our stakeholder relations and event management, drawing on over five years of dedicated experience. Bridee graduated from Macleay College with a Bachelor of Business specialising in Event Management, and has over five years’ dedicated experience in the events space. Bridee has a passion for the outdoors, and was quick to commandeer the best window seat in our office.

Jane Forbes

As Marketing Director, Jane plays a pivotal role in realising our long-term marketing agenda. Before assuming her current role, Jane served as Connect Media’s Data Manager for over two years. Jane holds an Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management, and has over a decade’s dedicated senior experience in the events space. Jane enjoys escaping the hustle and bustle of the city to spend quality time at the beach with her young family.

Lisa Eam

As Operations Director, Lisa is responsible for the seamless, back-end management of our event operations. She also charges the management of client, speaker and sponsor needs across both our event and bespoke roundtable offerings. Lisa holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management in Events and Leisure from the University of Technology Sydney and has an extensive background in venue management and hospitality.

She currently holds the office title of ‘In-House Expert’ when it comes to the Sydney culinary scene, and is often the envy of all our office lunches.

Malin Haug

As Head of Event Operations, Malin is responsible for the seamless back-end management of our event operations. She also leads the management of client, speaker, and sponsor needs across our events and bespoke roundtable offerings. Malin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management from the University of Technology Sydney and brings extensive experience from the event space and customer service to her role.

Malin is an eager hobby sewist and creates her own clothes. Whether it’s a carefully crafted blouse or a tailored vest, chances are she’s sporting one of her designs whilst on-site

Jack Martin

Jack leads sponsorship, business development, and client relationship management for our leading organisations. With a background in supply chain, he brings a strategic approach to creating meaningful impact for clients and building long-term, trusted partnerships. Outside of work, Jack is passionate about meditation, golf, and travel.

Duncan Hladik

Duncan manages commercial engagements for our clients, managing relationships with key stakeholders for successful sponsorship delivery. Having a background in psychology and recruitment, he leverages a person/client centred approach to drive long term success between Connect Media and their partners.

Outside of work, Duncan is passionate about sport and travel.

Matilda Buck

As Content & Event Producer at Connect Media, Matilda develops conference programmes, sources speakers and creates content for senior business audiences. She works closely with C-suite executives to shape keynotes, panel discussions and fireside chats, supporting speakers from their initial involvement through to the event. Her role also includes social media marketing, industry research and the production of long-form insight reports.

Matilda studied journalism and international relations as a dual degree at the University of Queensland and has a background in broadcast journalism and digital storytelling. A lover of the outdoors, she spends most weekends multi-day hiking.

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