Singapore – :Teeth, a Singapore-based independent agency known for its culturally-driven and experiential approach, has expanded its creative leadership team over the past few months. The agency has been recruiting top talent to enhance its creative product for a growing client base.
Central to this growth is the appointment of Diego Barboza as creative director, joining forces with Mikey Batt. Barboza brings 14 years of experience from Brazil and Singapore, having worked with Ogilvy, DAVID, JWT, Iris Worldwide and Publicis/LePub. Batt, with 18 years in the industry across New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore, continues to shape :Teeth’s creative direction.
“‘Give it Teeth’ represents the bold approach I’m eager to bring to every project,” says Barboza. “I’m excited to join a team where talent thrives, egos disappear, and great work is the priority.”
The extended creative leadership also includes Steve Kyriakou and Hazyrah Mokhlas. Kyriakou, who founded and leads Rampage :Teeth, the agency’s gaming-focused division, now serves as creative strategist across all brands while taking on creative director responsibilities for select clients. Mokhlas, as head of art, leverages her decade of experience from Havas and other respected local agencies like The Secret Little Agency, and GOVT to shape :Teeth’s visual direction.
Mikey Batt, who has been in the role for 3 years, comments on the team’s evolution, “We’re thrilled to have our full creative leadership team in place. Diego’s addition, along with Steve and Haz stepping into expanded roles, has had a remarkable impact on our work. With this type of talent and our stellar lineup of brands, the future looks very bright.”
Meanwhile, Zee Agnew, founder and creative partner at :Teeth, added, “We’ve always seen ourselves as a home where people and brands come together to create culturally impactful work. This expansion is an exciting new chapter in our story.”
Steve Kyriakou noted, “From gaming to pop culture, we’re tapping into cultural trends and tribes to develop ideas that help brands leave a mark.”
:Teeth’s client roster includes Heineken, Tiger, Guinness, Monkey Shoulder, The Balvenie, Glenfiddich, 100PLUS, Magnolia, SEASONS, Singapore University of Social Sciences and more.
