SA Insights Breakfast

Steve Wren

Director, Pelligra

Steve Wren is a highly experienced senior executive specializing in retail, franchising, and business management, with a proven track record of success across Australia for some of the nation’s most iconic brands. His expertise in branding, leasing, strategic growth, and legal knowledge forms the foundation of his accomplishments.

Steve has an exceptional ability to grow and manage franchise networks, and he is an accomplished networker with a passion for travel and tourism, especially in how they relate to business. He is a strong advocate for all things South Australia, including its sporting teams, industry, food, wine, and culture. Steve is dedicated to helping others fulfill their potential and build their dreams.

In his role as Director of Pelligra in South Australia, Steve leads a team of dedicated property development professionals under the ethos "Pelligra: Built for Generations." As the Managing Director of PG Sports & Entertainment, he oversees the ownership and mentorship of the Adelaide Lightning WNBL team, Adelaide Giants national baseball league team, and Adelaide Adrenaline national ice hockey league team. His responsibilities include culture development, financial oversight, and partnering with arenas and stadiums to foster growth and success.

Hannah Schenscher

Social Media Manager, Social Show PTY LTD

After being the co-founder of Social Show for the last 3 years, Hannah Schenscher has extensive knowledge in organic growth and all things social media. 

Hannah's passion lies in bringing businesses' brands to life. She thrives on helping them create compelling narratives and engaging experiences. She has worked with a range of industries including both product and service businesses that has allowed her to have further insight into today's online market.

Hannah has a deep understanding of today's current social media trends and knows how implementing the right social media strategy can benefit your business. 

Hermine Salter

Head of Marketing, Beaumont Tiles

I enjoy being at the cutting edge of what's new in marketing and creating brand success stories.  Give me a challenge and watch a plan come to life, fast. My strengths are in the development of fully integrated multi channel strategic plans, the implementation of same and creating strong, successful brands. I'm driven and passionate about what I do. 

I have worked for many iconic Australian and International brands such as Fox Columbia Tri-Star films as National Advertising Manager, Channel 9 as Sponsorship & Promotions Manager, Radio 2SM, IMAX as Marketing Manager and was the General Manager at Jarvis Marketing.   I have had over 15 years retail experience as General Manager, Marketing for The Jewellery Group and now for Beaumont Tiles.  I worked in Sydney in many of my national roles, then moved to Adelaide and continued with national roles based in SA.

I enjoy dynamic, fast paced, vibrant, forward thinking companies with a great people culture that drives innovation, celebrates wins and inspires you to be your best.

I am currently at Beaumont Tiles and have enjoyed this position for over 10 years.

Tamara Sampson

The No Fluff Marketer, NFM Agency

With over 17 years’ experience, Tamara Sampson from NFM Agency is a seasoned marketer. 

Known for her ability to blend innovative thinking with practical solutions, Tamara thrives in offering ‘no fluff marketing’ support to businesses across Australia, and is passionate about helping businesses connect with their audiences and achieve their goals.

From ship builders, to orthopaedic surgeons, to software start-ups, franchises, and construction clients – Tamara has a proven track record of driving growth, and she knows what it takes to make a lasting impact.

Taylor Martin

General Manager, Simple Integrated Marketing

Taylor is the General Manager of Simple, a full service advertising, branding and digital agency with bases in Adelaide and Melbourne and a team of over 40 marketing specialists. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication and has completed the highly sought after course in creative thinking, AWARD School. She served as Co-President of the industry’s peak body, the Adelaide Advertising and Design Club (AADC) for two years, founded ‘She Creates’, an initiative created to inspire, promote and connect the women of Adelaide’s creative communications industry and currently donates her out-of-hours time to the AADC as Chair of Awards.