A team that’s been on both sides…
Sarah Lenard - Director
Strategic Advisor to Executives | Marketing, Investor Relations Leader | Growth, Transformation Expert
Sarah brings more than 20 years of experience helping CEOs and executive teams navigate the challenges of growth, capital markets, and investor communications. Prior to founding NarratIR, Sarah was also a co-founder of The Market Herald (ASX:TMH), where she played a lead role in the $86 million acquisition and integration of Gumtree, CarsGuide, and Autotrader Australia and ran one of the largest business and finance broadcast newsrooms in Australia.
During this time, Sarah ran the operations of infamous stock market forum Hotcopper and launched Advisir, a specialist investor relations and marketing consultancy that worked with over 300 listed companies across Australia, the UK, US, and Canada across all sectors. This insight enabled Sarah to understand what it takes to earn investor trust, articulate strategic value, and build momentum in the market.
With a rare combination of strategic insight, operational leadership, and marketing and communications expertise, Sarah has led IR and communication strategies for high-growth businesses, supported M&A integrations, and helped founders and boards scale with clarity and confidence. Sarah has a strong track record of working alongside CEOs to define and communicate their company’s vision, shape market narratives, and drive investor engagement.
Her earlier career includes leadership roles at Adobe, BCG, BHP, Mineral Resources, The Commonwealth Bank, VGW, and Gumtree, and she has advised high-growth startups and listed companies alike.
She holds a Graduate MBA from The London School of Economics and has led teams recognised twice in the Deloitte Fast 50.
When Sarah’s not getting lost in creating campaigns for clients, you’ll find her at home on the beach with her dogs, or (when it’s not ski season) coiled up on the sofa with a good class of WA Chardonnay.
Alekis Ryland - Consulting Manager
Consulting Manager | Strategy, Marketing and Technology Maestro
Alekis Ryland is one of the creative forces behind strategy at NarratIR. With a sharp mind for messaging and a background in brand storytelling, he works at the intersection of capital markets and creative content—helping clients turn complex narratives into compelling campaigns. Known for his quick wit and calm under pressure, Alekis brings both edge and insight to investor communications, ESG narratives, and digital storytelling.
When he’s not decoding market sentiment or workshopping pitch decks, you’ll find him arguing the superiority of vinyl records and single-origin coffee with his partner in Melbourne.
Meghan Brystons - Consulting Manager
Media Relations | Public Relations, Media and Marketing Maven
Meghan brings a fresh savvy and information edge to the team at NarratIR. A native Briton, Meghan splits her time between Australia and the UK. Her background in marketing and financial communications fuels her approach to media relations and brand building, blending the world of PR and technology with a natural ease.
When Meghan’s not busy finessing financial communications or helping to coordinate the next board meeting, you’ll find her in her home town of Shoreditch, London scouring the local markets looking for rare trinkets for her jewellery designs.