Best New Position title for 2014: People and Performance Director

Marissa Daras has joined the ranks of ARN in the position of National People and Performance Director.

Bringing 15 years of HR experience and knowledge including Head of HR – Global Supply Chain and Head of HR – Employee Services at Burberry in London. She has also held other management roles in the UK at Starbucks Coffee Company, De Vere Hotels, Harvey Nichols and Chelsea Football Club.

ARN CEO Ciaran Davis said Marissa will be a valuable addition to ARN’s leadership team. 

“Marissa will lead the People and Performance team as we enter the next phase of organisational growth and look to embed the recently launched Employee Value Proposition. Looking after our people, and ensuring they are engaged and excited about their work, is integral to the continued success and expansion of ARN as a contemporary media company.”

ARN recently introduced a new Employee Value Proposition with the aim to reinvigorate the company’s culture and generate excitement about the new direction of the business. It appears to be working.

“I am thrilled to be on board for this next phase of ARN’s growth. Working with staff across all ARN brands, I’m excited to be part of the team cementing of ARN’s as a strong and competitive media company, while also ensuring it continues to be a fantastic, engaging and rewarding place to work”, said Marrisa.