Mike Chuter scores a bullseye as Direct Marketer of the Year

Popular co-founder of CUBED Communications is this year’s most acclaimed direct marketer.

He was called on stage at the Melbourne Recital Hall to  receive the ADMA Award from Guthy-Renker CEO, Mark Boyle.

“I’m chuffed, a little overwhelmed but absolutely delighted,” Chuter told DIRECT. “The direct industry is an incredibly exciting place to be the moment and being at the forefront of it is very exciting.”

Chuter began his career with Ogilvy & Mather Direct in the UK before moving on to become the operations director of Ogilvy Interactive. At 26 years-of-age he was appointed to the Board, making him their youngest Director ever.

Moving to Australia, he led direct and digital at M&C Saatchi Melbourne winning the  Australia Post, Winged Messenger award, numerous other ADMA, Cannes Lions and DMA Echo Awards.

He co-founded CUBED Communications in 2005 with partner Kim McDonell, aiming to get better results for clients through data analysis, smart strategy and strong creative. Most recently, CUBED have been named as one of BRW’s Fast 100 companies for 2010.

He has always been a keen contributor to the industry, having been on the ADMA Victorian Committee, a guest lecturer and event chair. According to ADMA: “Mike’s a great example of a successful local entrepreneur in Direct, but he also possesses a driving passion for our industry, a great sense of humour and a very quick wit quick.”