"For the five years that Alan and Angelo were at M&C Saatchi London they were my ‘go-to team’.
Not simply because they’re a joy to work with. Nor simply because they’re hardworking.
Angelo’s a talented art director and Alan is a gifted writer, but it wasn’t just down to this.
What makes them special is an ability to always deliver great ideas, but never the ones that you expect.
Dependable, but never boring, reviewing their work was always a joy.
They’re an asset to any creative department. I only wish that they were still in mine."
Mark Goodwin (Executive Creative Director M&C Saatchi London)
“I had the pleasure of working with Al and Angelo for over two years at M&C Saatchi London. They were always the team that I wanted on briefs – and so did Account Management and Strategy.
You will always get something from them that is interesting, or different – and I love that about them. They approach problems in a different way.
They work hard, are diligent and care deeply about the work.
They’re a big loss to us here in London.
They’re the perfect combination: talented, and lovely human beings.
I can’t recommend them highly enough.“
Matt Lee (Executive Creative Director M&C Saatchi London)
"Work hard. Think hard. Care hard. Laugh hard.
Alan and Angelo have all the right ingredients to do great, award-winning work. They're a joy to work with and the only disappointment is now another agency will reap the benefits.
Bastards."
James Mok (Chief Creative Officer FCB Auckland)
"It's only been a few weeks since Alan and Angelo departed, but this morning I found myself pondering whether they'd consider rejoining FCB Auckland. This is about the best compliment I can pay really. They were such a great addition to the creative department, they're sorely missed and would be welcomed back with open arms.
Over the past four years they've matured into a extremely effective and well-rounded team. Super smart, internationally awarded, proactive, ambitious, collaborative, excellent at their individual crafts, yet such well grounded and genuine guys. Clients and co-workers alike have only good things to say.
They could be relied on to bring fresh creative thinking to a super tight turnaround press ad, through to a digitally-lead multi-channelled complex campaign, all with a calmness and maturity beyond their years.
Alan and Angelo would be a great addition to any creative department. Hopefully mine again one day."
Tony Clewett (Executive Creative Director FCB Auckland)
"I've had the pleasure of working with Alan and Angelo for the past four years. They're an insightful and astute team who always approach their work with passion and professionalism. It was great to see this talent translate into an impressive amount of local and international awards.
On a personal level, they're great guys to have in a creative department - well liked with an ability to get on with people from all departments at any level.
In the future I'd love to have them back in my creative department so I have no hesitation in recommending them for any job. Please feel free to contact me if you'd like any further information regarding their employment."
Regan Grafton (Executive Creative Director FCB Auckland)
"Al and Angelo are everything you want from a modern creative team. They have the old school skills of being able to write a big idea and distill a complex problem into a simple thought.
They also have the ability to take that thought and execute it in a fresh, contemporary way with an understanding of the new media and the people who use them.
They have a great energy and are good fun, which is just as important as the other stuff. It’s fair to say they would make any creative department stronger. I enjoyed working with them and hope one day I get the opportunity to do so again."
Sam Ball (Creative Director M&C Saatchi London)
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