Les Corner resigns from The West Australian after 25 years championing press + WA creativity
Les Corner has resigned from The West Australian, ending his 25 year career with the newspaper.
Corner, who rose to the role of National Sales Manager at The West, told Campaign Brief that “the timing was right” for him to leave the paper and seek out new opportunities.
“I have a couple of irons in the fire and I’m looking forward to see what the next few weeks brings in terms of future opportunities,” said Corner.
“My time at The West has been a blast. There’s some great people here and my decision to leave is very amicable. The industry is going through huge change at the moment and I’m looking forward to this next step in my career.”
For twenty five years, Corner has worked tirelessly to promote The West Australian as a creative opportunity as well as an effective media buy. Corner’s contribution to the Perth industry has been recognised twice already with his life membership award from the PADC and in 2006 when he was named Advertising Person of the Year at the Campaign Brief Awards/Oasis Ball.
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That’s big news Les, you’re a legend and a gentleman and I’m sure there are bigger and better things ahead for you. In the meantime, the SHED needs painting…
Well that was a pretty colourful chapter Les. I’m sure the next one will be just as impressive. All the best and thanks for the massive support you’ve given to the creative side of the industry in your time at The West. It’s a huge credit to you. Adam
Big loss to The West but a great opportunity for another door to open for you Les. Well done on a great career and good luck for the next 25 years.
Good on you Les, change is good. You gave so much to the creative community in Perth, you’ll be sorely missed. Enjoy your break and give me a shout when you ‘re next in Sydney, there’s a great bottle of red with your name on it!
Les 25 years in a pretty fantastic innings , your support and enthusiasm for the creative industry of Perth is unquestionable and I for one am very pleased to have the great pleasure of both working with and knowing you in your role at the West Australian and wish all the success for the future in your new ventures
End of an era! Les it was great to work with you and see how you operate both during my time at The West and since being on the other side. You’re a legend and can’t wait to see where your next move takes you. In the meantime enjoy a few quite vinos and lunch away!
Good luck for the future Les.
Rob Pedretti
Congrats Les, look forward to seeing what’s next.
Good onya Cigar
25 years is a good innings at The West. There cannot be too many that have lasted that long. You have achieved a great many things, and have taken thousands to Lunch. All the best with your Italian lessons and your travels.
Thanks so much for the unwavering support of the PADC and the wider industry for all these years, Les. I think all the of past presidents should line up and take their turn to kiss your buttocks.
Thanks for all your hard work Les. I can think of any number of great press ads that wouldn’t have happened without your support and enthusiasm. Good luck in your next phase, whatever that is. You’ll be missed.
Looking forward to shaking your hand tonight Les.
Fantastic contribution not only to the newspaper industry but to our industry as a whole.
Fair point, Mal. OK, Lesley, bend over and let me plant one on ya. You’re one of the genuine good guys we meet along the road. Generous to a fault, quick with a smile. Always the guy to come to the rescue of the PADC and anyone else in need of help. Good heart, good company, good man. All the best for whatever comes next.
Good luck Les you had the best of the West.
It has been a pleasure working with you over the years. Your passion and commitment for The West and clients has been second to none. Thanks for all your support over the years and I wish you nothing but the best in your new venture.