meet our team

Managing Director Kieran loves a project. His meticulous attention to detail makes him a respected authority in the fields of project management and strategic business consultancy. With a background spanning construction, engineering, mining, hospitality, tourism and design, Kieran brings practical nous to Sandcastle’s creative environment. His steady counsel drives growth and innovation as he seamlessly guides projects to fruition from the ground up. Kieran is also MD of Cogplex, where he gets to flex his project management muscles in the name of exceptional outcomes. He is a sought-after consultant in an increasingly competitive business environment.Outside of work, Kieran enjoys ocean swimming, cycling, a good wine, and spending time with his family.

Creative Director Anton’s superpower is blending design brilliance with strategic savvy. He’s a master at turning fresh concepts into sparkling campaigns that land. With diverse industry experience spanning 15 years in the private, non-profit and government sectors in both Europe and Australia, he has several award-winning projects under his belt. With a strong focus on sustainable design and narrative strategy, Anton’s flair for innovative storytelling yields high-impact results. Outside of work, Anton is a kitesurfer, dog walker and father to George, the canine matriarch of the Sandcastle family.

Jess works in the sweet spot where strategy meets creativity. As a specialist in social media, marketing and creative content, she helps brands reach new audiences and nail well-defined marketing goals. Jess has spent a decade in social media and content generation as a creator, innovator, influencer and strategist. Her digital skills are underpinned by 15 years in retail, hospitality and customer service. Jess is all about high impact social media campaigns with tangible results. Increasing engagement, creating leads and building brand awareness is her specialty. In addition to everything social, Jess is a wife, mother of two, and a lover of lattes and the beach – with an eye for photography.

Tanya is an energising, innovative problem solver, known for connecting people and opportunities. She has three decades of experience as a marketer and business development professional. She has a track record for consistently driving growth in both start-up and turn around environments. Her career spans professional services, publishing, business events and tourism. Originally from South Africa via New Zealand, Tanya is passionate about travel, food, movies and music.

With experience in office management, retail, and hospitality, Piper brings a versatile skill set to her role as Content Creator. She’s passionate about creating content that connects with audiences and supports meaningful client outcomes. She’s collaborated on social media campaigns for Busselton Dunsborough Volunteer Centre, Al Forno, Western Growers Fresh, and our in-house projects - contributing to stronger engagement and local community connection. Detail-oriented and grounded in both creative and systematic thinking, she brings clarity to the process, helping shape streamlined, authentic content. When not working or studying her undergraduate degree, you’ll find her exploring the South West - likely with a good book and a coffee in hand.

Meet George, the wise old lady of Sandcastle Agency who’s seen it all and remains blissfully stress-free about deadlines. Her stoic approach to work and life, paired with her unshakeable dedication to food breaks, teaches the team the true meaning of calm under pressure. With George around, snack time is never missed, and her serene presence ensures that even the busiest days are balanced with a well-timed nap and a treat.