Launch Group is pleased to announce Sarah Kiely as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding outgoing CEO Damien Ross. 

Sarah steps into the CEO role after serving as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Talent Solutions, where she has led the operational and customer delivery engine of the business. She brings more than 20 years’ senior leadership experience across recruitment, managed services, and talent and workforce solutions in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. 

As CEO, Sarah will lead Launch Group through its next phase of growth, with a continued focus on strong governance, operational excellence and long-term customer partnerships. Her experience includes leading large and small outsourced recruitment solutions, driving operational and technology transformation, designing offshore solutions and operating models, and supporting complex, long-term SME and enterprise customers. 



“Sarah is exceptionally well-positioned to lead Launch forward,” says outgoing CEO Damien Ross. “She understands this business deeply and has already played a central role in shaping how Launch operates. The business is in very capable hands under her leadership.” 

"I am incredibly humbled and proud to be part of this amazing team," said Sarah Kiely. "Every day, I see how much the team genuinely looks out for each other, how passionate they are about delivering an amazing customer experience, and how much they care about making a positive impact in the communities we serve. It’s an exciting time at Launch as we build on this strong foundation, and I am thrilled to be on this journey. I can’t wait to see what we achieve together next." 

For customers and partners, there is no change. Launch remains values-driven and focused on continuity, quality and accountability. 

We thank Damien for his professional and personal influence on Launch and all of its people.