OUR TEAM
THE CHALLENGERS
We’re a boutique digital agency that does not behave like one. Our team of seasoned branding, marketing and advertising professionals have worked on some of the world’s biggest brands and at the world’s biggest agency networks. That’s why we punch above our weight class - why we always think big, never small. We don’t know any other way to think.
2016
Hatch increases its portfolio to 5 restaurants and also starts doing ad-hoc work for external clients.
2018
Two of Hatch’s clients, Aliyaa and Nadodi are named in KL Tatler's Top 20 Restaurants. Nadodi is recognized in Asia's 50 Best Restaurants
2017
Hatch launches a performance marketing service pillar and also begins website design services.
2020
Hatch helps conceptualize two new restaurants within The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort in Pulau Redang, and begins steering towards becoming a full-fledged digital marketing agency.
2022
Hatch bags our first bluechip client, and continues to do digital and creative work with multiple MNC clients.
Hatch is founded as the in-house agency for Cinnamon Group, servicing 3 restaurants.
2019
Hatch secures multiple new external clients in the education, hospitality, e-commerce and F&B sectors, and increases their internal brands to 23.
2021
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, all Cinnamon Group restaurants stay afloat. Hatch assists with managing delivery and takeaway services, and helps conceptualize Frank's Bar and Natalina.
2023
KEY PLAYERS
JANAKA RANJANA
Chief Executive Officer
Janaka, the Chief Executive Officer at Hatch, oversees the company's overall operations and strategies, ensuring the success of Hatch’s growing client base. He has been with Hatch since its inception, helping to steer it into an integrated marketing agency as well as building its performance marketing pillar. Prior to Hatch, he worked under the Sri Lankan High Commissioner's office as well as the Commercial Secretary, immersing himself in international marketing.
JEREMY SMITH
Head of Creative
Jeremy is American by birth and Malaysian by heart. With more than 20 years industry experience, he is a seasoned and highly experienced producer in motion pictures, TV shows, documentaries and various other forms of digital content .
From pre to post production, Jeremy’s ability to multitask and manage various departments and aspects of a production, combined with his level-headed demeanour, creativity and leadership make him committed to see every production through to final cut.
AMANDA GOONTING
Senior Brand Manager
Amanda, the Senior Brand Manager at Hatch, spearheads brand strategy and management for Hatch’s portfolio of clients. With a deep understanding of market trends and consumer behavior, Amanda has been pivotal in driving brand growth and enhancing brand equity.
RONNIE KOAY
Performance Marketing Manager
Ronnie, the Performance Marketing Manager at Hatch, excels in developing and executing data-driven marketing strategies that maximize ROI for Hatch’s clients. With a strong analytical mindset and expertise in various digital marketing channels, Ronnie has been crucial in building Hatch’s performance marketing pillar.
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