US marketing production advisory firm APR has appointed three senior professionals to its global team, reinforcing operational excellence across creative production.

Sandra Palmieri joins the New York office, Melanie Ryan takes London, and Kamini Ramakrishnan is based in Singapore.

Sandra Palmieri brings nearly 20 years of experience in creative operations and post-production, having worked with brands including Michael Kors, Estée Lauder, and Donna Karan. Her focus will be on optimising workflows, bridging creative and operational needs, and maximising production budgets for APR’s clients in the beauty sector.

Melanie Ryan, with over two decades in agency management and business transformation, previously led operational strategy across four European markets as group director of operations at Sky. As APR’s EMEA Regional Business Lead, she will implement scalable operating models, streamline creative production processes, and enhance operational strategies for large-scale marketing initiatives.

In the APAC region, Kamini Ramakrishnan leverages 17 years of international experience in marketing and creative operations across Asia, the UK, and Australia. Formerly at Netflix and Tag, she will lead regional strategy and client engagement in Singapore, enabling operational scaling and driving measurable outcomes for brands in diverse markets.

Together, the new hires bring expertise in workflow optimisation, operational transformation, and creative production strategy. Their appointments align with APR’s commitment to deliver process efficiency, high-quality output, and consistent performance across all regions.

APR’s global footprint now spans three major business hubs, providing clients with enhanced access to experienced professionals who can implement operational improvements and optimise marketing production resources.

The company’s strategy integrates operational excellence with strategic guidance to ensure measurable impact for brands navigating complex creative operations.

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