Bastion Experience connects people and brands with experiences and emotions.
We create strategic partnerships and brand experiences that real people want to talk about, creating work that excites people and our team.
Our mission is to empower businesses to thrive by delivering actionable insights, enhancing brand equity, and curating exceptional experiences. We possess a deep understanding of what motivates your audience, enabling us to cultivate enduring brand loyalty and engagement. With us, your brand stands strong and distinguished in a competitive landscape.
Our Services
Commercial Strategy
We tackle complex challenges in the sports and entertainment ecosystem, delivering strategic insights and holistic solutions for brands and rights holders.
Strategic Partnerships
Our team identifies and cultivates meaningful relationships that align with our clients' business objectives.
Partnership Management
We leverage our expertise to maximize sponsorship rights and ensure authentic engagement.
Experiential
We create integrated, data-driven experiences that place the consumer at the center, ensuring impactful messages resonate at every touchpoint.
Creative
We bring partnerships and campaigns to life with compelling creative strategies.
Our Work
News & Views
Our Team
Matthew McCann
Experience Managing Director AU
Matthew McCann Experience Managing Director AU
Originally starting off in the mail room at McCann Erickson as a youngster, Matt went on to be one of the youngest B&T 30-Under-30 winners. Before joining Bastion, Matt had a four year stint as Global Chief Operating Officer at a brand consulting agency. And before that he held the role of General Manager – Media and Sponsorship at Telstra from 2012 to 2015 managing a massive portfolio across 325 markets nationally.
Rohan Sawyer
Managing Director - Experience
Rohan Sawyer Managing Director - Experience
A leader across the sports and entertainment industry for over a decade. A focus on delivering strategic outcomes while challenging the norm with innovation.
Lizzie McManus
General Manager
Lizzie McManus General Manager
Originally from sunny Queensland, Lizzie brings over 10 years of experience developing global brand strategies and organising and managing teams to deliver integrated and interconnected brand stories. She has worked with clients across North America, Western Europe and Australia for brands such as Diageo, Optus and Snapchat.
Bridget O’Sullivan
Head of Experiences
James Bartold
General Manager - Strategy & Partnerships
Kelly McCarthy
Head of Experiential Production
Gus Magee
Creative Director
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