Some marketers launch
fragrances, schmooze clients
& tout Instagram as a ‘strategy’.
Not Hootville Communications.
“Communications for good; not evil.”
It was a great slogan in search of a business so Brett de Hoedt created one.
Hootville is the folly of Brett de Hoedt - former journalist, publicist and broadcaster at Seven Network, New Idea, 3AK, Truth, 3MP and a contributor to the Sunday Age and ABC Perth.
Hootville has withstood the test of time - we started last millenium (1999) and survived Y2K, Biebermania, tech bubbles, the GFC and a global pandemic.
1000+ clients later he’s helped nonprofits, professionals, charities, peak bodies, SMEs, unions, local government authorities and industry associations with their media, marketing campaigns and communications. (Rave reviews below.)
Brett de Hoedt and his associates work across Australia often tackling complex, unsexy issues: recruiting for the age care and disability sectors, disability employment, protection of public spaces, sexual assault law reform, awareness weeks for foster care and more.
What people say about Brett de Hoedt
“Informal, informative, fun. I felt totally engaged the whole time.”
— Barb Cowley
“One of the best presentations I’ve been to. Excellent, Brett’s seminars are most informative and riveting. Very engaging presenter..”
— Yarra Ranges Seminar Feedback
Yarra Ranges
“Amazing (and charismatic) services!”
— Jasmine Sarin - Senior Project Officer
Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW
“Thank you again for coming out, everyone really enjoyed having you here.”
— Mark Bouck - National Claims Manager
Ostara Australia Ltd
“We’ve had great feedback. Thanks to you, and your energy and ability to share with clarity.”
— Meg Capurso - Community Planning Officer
Wellington Shire Council
“Thank you. The glowing feedback from the delegates was unprecedented.”
— Daniel Dorevitch - Academic Convenor
Australian Medical Students' Association
“Thanks for Friday’s session. It was great.”
— Tracey McRae - Regional Landcare Coordinator
Corangamite CMA
“Thanks so much for the session. We’re still talking about the session weeks later.”
— Fiona Campbell - Events & Communications officer
Victorian Student Representative Council
“The words “thank you” seem less than adequate, but nonetheless, THANK YOU.”
— Dan Romanis - CEO
Marriott Support Services
“Thanks as always for your wit and wisdom - excellent.”
— Kathy Richardson -Eexecutive Director
Our Community
“Professional coaching - truly a pleasure working with you.”
— Bamini KPD Balakrishnan - PhD Candidate
RMIT University
“The feedback has been glowing of all your workshops, knowledge and charisma!”
— Gaynor Atkin - Community Engagement Team Leader
Mount Alexander Shire Council
“A great job once again!”
— Karla Fernee - Executive Support
WorkFocus Australia
“Everyone is raving about your session.”
— Jo-Anne Reeves - General Manager
Disability Services Australia
“We love your work here at Hatrick Communications.”
— Lisa Glassborow
Hatrick Communications
“The YAG thoroughly enjoyed it and have repeatedly referenced things that you said.”
— Mitchell Gainey - Youth Worker
“What an informative and interactive session.”
— Meghan Albert - General Manager
VICSPORT
“Engaging , informative and entertaining! I laughed so much and learnt a great deal... you cant get better than that!”
— Connie Raso - Sports Consultant
VICSPORT
“The practical aspects of Brett's training are invaluable.”
— Sylvia Roux
Queensland University of Technology
“Thank you for being such an amazing MC and especially for being so easy to work with.”
— Jodie Pryor - Director – Corporate & Talent Services
Alignment Event Solutions
“It was very productive and informative. Am looking forward to implementing your advice.”
— Zoe Angeli - Public Affairs Manager
Fronditha Care
“Thanks again for your training... people commented the next day how they were still thinking through what they’d learned afterwards.”
— Janita Suter - National Marketing and Communications manager
United Way Australia
“Many thanks for taking the long trip to assist us with all things media, we are incredibly grateful.”
— Beth Cameron - CEO LASA
Leading Age Services Australia
“Your info always hits the spot and I value how much you share.”
— Peggy Hailstone - ABIA Communications Officer
Autism Behavioural Intervention Association
“Your involvement with this project was pivotal to the success of the event yesterday. We have received great feedback about the excellent ‘vibe’ and energy.”
— Peter Johnston - Metro Access Officer
Knox City Council
“Best MC ever!”
— Susan Rochester
“Thanks again for the awesome talk.”
— Derk Zomer - Software developer & Social entrepreneur
“Thank you most sincerely for the free one hour telephone session... it helped clarify the purpose of our marketing campaign.”
— Rohan Braddy - CEO
Mambourin Enterprises Inc
“Great feedback on your session.”
— Kasy Chambers - Executive Director
Anglicare Australia
“They loved you and got an enormous amount out of the session.”
— Tess Pryor - Community Engagement Officer
Heart Foundation
“Great presentation! Very valuable. One of today's highlights!”
— Melinda Cruz
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
“I can't think of anything you could have done better. Well done.”
— Geoff Vickers - Executive Officer
Upper Yarra Community Enterprise Limited
“Another brilliant emceeing delivered. You are a star.”
— Frances Salenga
Harmony Fest 2015
“A lot of really positive feedback from partners and your presentation in particular.”
— Kathleen Carpenter - Partner Manager
Healthdirect Australia
“Energetic and awesome presentation yesterday... well delivered and extremely informative.”
— Sidhen Naidoo
“Received really positive feedback from the group.”
— Maja Vranjkovic - Learning & Development Manager
Ostara Australia
“Thanks very much for a very helpful coaching session yesterday.”
— Avalee Weir
“We all really enjoyed the session, and have already implemented some changes.”
— Kelly Edwards - Youth Services Coordinator
Bayside City Council
“Plenary session was excellent... feedback from delegates regarding the workshop was incredibly positive.”
— Jeremy Abetz - Academic Co-coordinator
“Great presenter, very entertaining and engaging.”
— Juliet Smith
City of Port Phillip
“Due to your outstanding coaching they have come a long way.”
— Angus Blackman - Project Officer
Centre for Workplace Leadership
“Clear, engaging, supportive and quite inspirational.”
— Arunee Wilson - Communications Officer
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research
“Thanks for the marketing presentation which I thoroughly enjoyed.”
— Julie Turner - Business Unit Support
“Tess and I both found your session invaluable and has led to some great media coverage.”
— Krista Seddon - Coordinator
Victorian Student Representative Council
“Thank you for keeping them enthralled throughout the day.”
— Candyce Presland - Project Lead Education
Sustainability Victoria
“Fun, informative and all around inspiring.”
— Shauna Hurley
Cochrane Australia
“Brilliant. Very engaging presenter!”
— Ellen White
Sustainability Victoria
“Thanks for delivering such fantastic MC services to our Congress.”
— Hayley Brindell - events coordinator
Leading Age Services Australia Ltd
