Strategic Leadership Enhancements at Sandpiper Health Signal New Growth Horizons
The promotion of Eddie Morton and Vincent Pung to the positions of Deputy Leads has been proudly announced by Sandpiper Health, a foundational member of the Sandpiper Group, as a way to demonstrate its commitment to innovative healthcare communications. This strategic move marks a new beginning for Sandpiper as it continues its objective to revolutionise healthcare consulting and further solidifies its position as the leading Asia-Pacific provider of strategic communications, public affairs, and research.
Eddie Morton: Charting the Future of Health Communications
Eddie Morton steps into his new role with a rich tapestry of experiences from his extensive career across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Australia. Renowned for his acumen in health communications and public affairs, Morton has previously been at the forefront of communications and advocacy for Australia’s member-owned health fund industry. Now at Sandpiper, his strategic foresight has been crucial in aiding Sandpiper’s global and ANZ health clients to navigate through complex campaigns, reputation management, and periods of significant transformation.
Vincent Pung: A Catalyst for Expansion in Asia Pacific
Vincent Pung’s journey with Sandpiper has been marked by notable successes, especially in broadening the firm’s health practice across the Asia Pacific. From his base in Beijing, Pung has been instrumental in establishing Sandpiper as the consultancy boasting the largest specialist health communications and public affairs team in China. His expertise encompasses a wide range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and healthcare organizations, where he has provided strategic guidance on a myriad of issues.
A Client Roster Reflecting Diverse Expertise
Sandpiper Health’s influence is widespread across the healthcare sector, with partnerships including half of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies, as well as medical device makers, healthcare providers, and medical technology companies. This eclectic client base benefits from Sandpiper’s holistic services in communications, public affairs, and research.
Accolades and Looking Ahead
The announcement of these appointments coincides with Sandpiper’s recent recognitions, including Asia Pacific Large Agency of the Year by the PRCA and PRWeek, and Medium Sized Agency of the Year by PRovoke Media in 2023, underscoring Sandpiper’s central role in the evolving healthcare sector.
Emma Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Sandpiper, said: “We are incredibly proud of the growth of Sandpiper Health and the great work our teams deliver for our clients every day. Eddie and Vincent’s promotions are in recognition of their dedication to our clients and people, achievements, and leadership ability. Technology is revolutionising the health sector and transforming patient journeys and outcomes at an unprecedented pace, and we are firmly focused on being a partner that is purpose-fit for helping our clients navigate the future of health. I look forward to working with them both as we expand Sandpiper Health in 2024.”
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Eddie Morton, Deputy Lead, Sandpiper Health, said: “Healthcare is an ever-broadening church, where change is outstripped only by public interest and oversight. As communicators, evolving practice alongside innovation and change has therefore never been more crucial. Sandpiper is at the forefront of progressive healthcare communications in the Asia Pacific. It’s exciting and a privilege to help lead our diverse, world-leading clientele into that future.”
Vincent Pung, Deputy Lead, Sandpiper Health, said: “I am very proud of all the work that we have accomplished in growing and establishing our healthcare practice to what it is today. As the landscape of healthcare undergoes continual transformation to meet the diverse requirements of patients and communities, we too will keep up with the pace of change to ensure that we can always offer the best to our clients. This pace of change offers both opportunities and challenges and I am focused and excited to help us navigate 2024 and beyond.”
With these strategic leadership appointments, Sandpiper Health is well-positioned to continue its mission of delivering innovative healthcare communications solutions, driving forward with innovation, and shaping the future of health in the Asia Pacific and beyond.
