Our story, People
& values
At Bench, we believe that great things happen when disruptors come together to challenge the status quo. That’s why, in 2012, we founded our agency with a vision to revolutionise how digital advertising works.
As a team of former brand marketers with over 20 years of experience navigating complex advertising landscapes, we understand the challenges you face.
That’s why we created Bench Media. An agency providing advanced data analysis, targeting, and ROI for our clients.
At Bench, we’ve built one of the most advanced media and data stacks in Australia – along with our own technology for managing and optimising digital campaigns.
Our goal is simple: to empower your brand by providing data-driven insights and innovative strategies that enable you to make informed decisions about your marketing budgets.
Through continuous innovation, we’ve become a leading independent digital agency in Australia, and today, we continue to push boundaries in digital advertising.
- Search Engine Marketing (SEM) to drive qualified traffic to your website.
- Social Media Advertising to connect with your target audience on the platforms they use most.
- Display Advertising to reach a wider audience across the web.
- Video and Audio Marketing to create engaging content that resonates with viewers.
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to improve your website’s organic ranking in search results.
- Outdoor Advertising to reach consumers on the go.
Ready to make the most of your marketing budget?
Contact our team at Bench Media for your next marketing campaign today!
Chief Executive Officer
Ori Gold
Meet Ori Gold, an ad tech and martech expert. Driven by the frustration of everyday marketers facing a lack of control and accessibility, Ori co-founded Bench in 2012 to revolutionise the digital advertising landscape. Heading the talented and forward-thinking team at Bench, Ori is the driving force behind the company’s strategic and product vision. Thanks to Ori’s leadership, Bench has become one of the most respected and successful digital agencies in Australia.
Chief Operating Officer
Shai Luft
Meet Shai Luft, a senior marketing executive with a proven track record of delivering results for Australia’s largest ASX200-listed companies. Despite his success, Shai was frustrated by the amount of red tape and bureaucracy that held back marketing innovation. That’s why he co-founded Bench in 2012. As the driving force behind Bench’s operations, Shai is committed to empower marketers with the agility and control they need to achieve their best results.
VP of Growth
Anthony Fargeot
Meet Anthony Fargeot, a Sales & Marketing expert with a passion for growth. Joining Bench in 2013, Anthony’s experience with high-growth start-ups gave him the skills to help Bench become one of the most successful digital agencies in Australia. As Head of Client Services and then Director of Operations, Anthony contributed to Bench’s highest growth period. Today, as VP of Growth, Anthony uses his creative thinking and strategic insights to always look for new and innovative ways to help Bench stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
General Manager
Liam Garratt
Meet Liam Garratt, a creative media mind leading Bench’s top-notch products and services. With a career in digital media spanning over a decade, Liam has made a name for himself as a leader in the industry. He got his start in 2011 working for UK-based programmatic platform Crimtan, where he played a key role in launching the company’s Australian office. In 2017, Liam brought his expertise to Bench, where he now leads the Product & Services functions. Liam is passionate about delivering only the highest quality products and services to Bench’s clients. His commitment to excellence is the foundation of Bench’s stellar reputation.