About — DRB Entertainment

Dean Buchanan has over three decades of experience in developing world-class media brands, businesses and talent in Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

Dean has an outstanding reputation for talent management and consultancy at the highest level.

He has worked at the highest levels in Radio in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. In 2018, Dean was named in the top 5 Australian Radio Programmers of all time.

Dean has also developed top talent on significant TV, Radio Shows and publishing titles to major rating and readership success.

Having also worked in publishing and live touring, Dean’s contact network across all aspects of the entertainment industry is phenomenal.

His vast experience and excellent track record of designing, creating and launching brands make him a powerful strategic resource for businesses and companies wanting to excel.

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“Dean is an inspirational person to work with. He has clear goals and is driven to achieve them while having truckloads of fun along the way!”

Mandi Wicks, Director - Audio and Language Content, SBS Australia
“Dean is a visionary leader with an amazing insight into solving strategic issues.”

Tara King, Go Collaborate / Gung Ho Touring
“Whilst Dean has many strengths, in particular his exceptional ability to inspire, coach, and manage talent was rare.”

Dan Bradley, Content Director - Triple M, Southern Cross Austereo
“In a game where you can't afford to sit still or be overtaken, Dean is always challenging the status quo, and at the same time bringing people with him.”

Eriks Celmins, Engage4Insights

It is his track record, creative edge, energy and passion for developing talent, both personally and professionally, that set him apart.

Many of the talent he has identified, coached and mentored are leading broadcasters on the most prominent media brands in both Australia and New Zealand.

Merrick & Rosso

Hughesy & Kate

Kip, Ash & Lutsy

Nathan, Nat & Sean

Fitzy & Wippa

Chrissie Swan

Tim, Kate & Marty

Darren McMullen

Sami Lucas

Dan Debuf

Fletch, Vaughan & Megan

Bree & Clint

Matt Heath & Jeremy Wells

Jason Reeves

Laura McGoldrick, Sam Wallace & Toni Street

Stacey, Mike & Anika Moa

Brodie & Fitzy

Mel Homer

Simon Barnett

Jase & PJ

Jono & Ben

Dean Buchanan has over three decades of experience in developing world-class media brands, businesses and talent in Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

“Dean is an inspirational person to work with. He has clear goals and is driven to achieve them while having truckloads of fun along the way!”

“Dean is a visionary leader with an amazing insight into solving strategic issues.”

“Whilst Dean has many strengths, in particular his exceptional ability to inspire, coach, and manage talent was rare.”

“In a game where you can't afford to sit still or be overtaken, Dean is always challenging the status quo, and at the same time bringing people with him.”