Sphere PR

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Marketing, ANZ of OneAdvanced Asia Pac

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

OneAdvanced, provides sector specific software solutions that help organisations across sectors like government, education, manufacturing, and logistics modernise operations through spend management, contract and supplier management, sourcing, purchasing, HR, and workforce management platforms.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Sphere PR to accomplish?

• Monitor and respond to emerging industry trends to keep our brand relevant and proactive in the market.
• Strengthen internal thought leadership by positioning our experts as trusted voices in key conversations.
• Expand media coverage and visibility across Australia to enhance brand presence and reach.

SOLUTION

How did you find Sphere PR?

Existing Vendor

Why did you select Sphere PR over others?

• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Sphere PR were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Scope of Work

Sphere PR is engaged as OneAdvanced’ Asia Pac's public relations agency in Australia and New Zealand, tasked with implementing and localising PR programs to raise visibility, build thought leadership and secure consistent media coverage across the region. Their role extends beyond media outreach to include strategic communications support, content localisation, and regular reporting to align with business objectives.

• Key Deliverables

Media Relations & Coverage
Localise and distribute corporate news releases, develop media stories and secure interviews, podcasts, and commentary opportunities for senior spokespeople.
Thought Leadership Development
Write original thought leadership articles, adapt UK content for the ANZ market, and place executive insights in top business, technology, and sector publications.
Content Distribution & Amplification
Publish local news to target media, wires, websites, and social channels to ensure visibility across multiple platforms.
Reporting & Account Management
Provide ongoing reporting, media monitoring, monthly status calls, and regular liaison with the OneAdvanced marketing team.
Additional Project Work (as needed)
Manage event-related PR, interstate/international media engagement, and other special projects with prior approval.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• 89 pieces of media coverage secured, showing strong output and visibility across target outlets.
• 92.1K estimated views and a 712K total audience reach, confirming broad exposure.
• 454K followers reached and 10K engagements, highlighting audience interaction and traction.
• Domain authority average of 32, reflecting credibility of the outlets where coverage appeared.
• Significant ESG/Procurement growth, with reach climbing to 906K (up from 477K) across 29 global clips.
• More targeted coverage achieved, with average clip reach dipping from 38K to 31K due to more niche placements.
• People Management visibility maintained, with one high-value clip generating 45K reach.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Sphere PR has demonstrated strong project management throughout the engagement, consistently delivering items on time and often ahead of schedule. They are highly proactive, not only in actioning requests quickly but also in identifying opportunities before we ask. The team actively monitors the media and industry landscape, ensuring we remain informed of trends and conversations relevant to our sectors. 
They regularly bring forward timely ideas and coverage opportunities, helping us position our internal voices where they will have the most impact. Their responsiveness and forward-looking approach mean we are not just reacting to news cycles, but actively shaping them with our thought leadership.

What was your primary form of communication with Sphere PR?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

• Fast turnaround – they move quickly on requests, delivering content, releases, and media engagement without delay.
• Extremely proactive – always scanning the landscape, identifying opportunities, and bringing forward ideas before being asked.
• High-quality execution – they get the job done to a very high standard, ensuring messaging is sharp and well-placed.
• Boosted coverage significantly – their efforts have directly expanded both the volume and quality of our media presence in Australia and New Zealand.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Sphere PR could have done differently?

At this stage, there are no clear areas for improvement - Sphere PR has consistently delivered strong results with speed, proactivity, and quality.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Marketing Manager of Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre (Aus3C) strengthens cyber resilience through awareness, innovation, and collaboration.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Sphere PR to accomplish?

• Increase Aweness of the Oh Behave! The Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviors Report 2024
• Create a PR campaign for CSIRO’s Data61 Voluntary Data Classification Framework

SOLUTION

How did you find Sphere PR?

• Online Search
• Referral

Why did you select Sphere PR over others?

• High ratings
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Sphere PR were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The team at Sphere PR are an outstanding asset to our projects, consistently amplifying the essential work we do to help secure Australia's cyberspace. Their strategic insights, professionalism, and commitment have significantly enhanced our outreach and impact. Highly recommended!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Our objective is to increase and optimise online awareness metrics by implementing targeted strategies that boost visibility, engagement, and reach across digital platforms. This will involve enhancing content performance, improving search engine presence, and leveraging data-driven insights to refine campaigns, ensuring measurable growth in key awareness KPIs.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

highly attentive, timely, and well-considered advice, ensuring that responses are prompt, accurate, and tailored to the situation. This approach reflects a strong commitment to understanding needs in detail, addressing concerns proactively, and delivering guidance when it is most impactful.

What was your primary form of communication with Sphere PR?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Sphere PR impressed us with their exceptional attentiveness and punctual, well-considered advice. They have an outstanding ability to quickly grasp client needs, respond with precision, and provide strategic guidance that delivers meaningful results.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Sphere PR could have done differently?

No highly proffesional

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Publisher of TechDay

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We're a technology focused news media organisation.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Sphere PR to accomplish?

• Public interest journalism
• Indepth interviews
• High quality news

SOLUTION

How did you find Sphere PR?

Referral

Why did you select Sphere PR over others?

• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Sphere PR were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We worked and continue to work with Sphere PR on a number of journalistic fronts.

Interviewing key technology leaders has been a cornerstone of the relationship and the area we are probably most proud of.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Countless news stories, indepth interviews and feature articles.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The Sphere PR team are superbly organised and a pleasure to deal with.

What was your primary form of communication with Sphere PR?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

It all comes down to Sphere PR's senior, experienced individuals.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Sphere PR could have done differently?

Not yet.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a sales coordinator at an ERP software company. We provide scalable ERP software solutions for manufacturing and distribution industries, offering cloud, on-premise, and web-based deployment to help businesses adapt, grow, and manage operations efficiently.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Sphere PR?

We needed help preparing and supporting the launch of a media release.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Sphere PR drafted the media release and distributed it to the media. The team also planned the release times and supported our direction and vision for the release. Sphere PR was collaborative with us every day.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The customer approved the media release, and we had 13 media publications.

How did Sphere PR perform from a project management standpoint?

Sphere PR delivered on time, and their project management was transparent and communicative. We communicated via online meetings and email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Sphere PR’s proactiveness was impressive.

UPDATED REVIEW

This review was published on August 15, 2025
VP Marketing APAC, IT Services Company
IT Services
Australia/New Zealand
11-50
Jan 2019 - Ongoing
$10,000 to $49,999
Project summary
Sphere PR provides PR services for an IT services company. The goal is to increase brand awareness.

Feedback summary
Sphere PR has earned media coverage for the client. Sphere PR's team understands the client's business and market, allowing them to formulate quality articles, thought leadership, and press releases. Sphere PR always delivers on time and communicates well via email and virtual meetings.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the VP Marketing APAC of an it services company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

ERP Software for Manufacturers and Distributors

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Sphere PR to accomplish?

• Increase Brand Awareness

SOLUTION

How did you find Sphere PR?

Online Search

Why did you select Sphere PR over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Sphere PR were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Public Relations

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Earned Media Coverage

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes. They always delivered.

What was your primary form of communication with Sphere PR?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They understand the business, market, IT and macro and micro trends to formulate quality articles, thought leadership and press releases that were approved by corporate every time, and published successfully in the targeted media.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Sphere PR could have done differently?

No

STAR RATINGS

Overall rating: 5
Quality: 5
Cost: 5
Schedule: 5
Willing to refer: 5