Tangerine, the rapidly growing Australian telecommunications firm, unveiled Olympian swimming star, Mollie O'Callaghan OAM, as its latest brand ambassador on 22nd April 2024. The company hopes that the partnership will mirror and showcase its commitment to excellence and speed in the sector, resonating strongly with O'Callaghan's inspirational journey and achievements.
Recognised for her remarkable talent, tenacity, and youthful energy, Mollie O'Callaghan brings a potent fresh vigour to Tangerine's ambassadorship. At only 20 years old, O'Callaghan has had a groundbreaking impact in the swimming world, stealing hearts with her extraordinary performances and dedication to her sport.
In 2023, O'Callaghan made history at the World Championships, clinching five gold medals. She was the first woman ever to win both the 100m and 200m freestyle at the same world championships, shattering the longest-standing women's World Record in the 200m Freestyle. This achievement marks her as a dual individual World Champion and World Record holder. Reputed on the international stage, O'Callaghan also won two gold and one bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and was named Swimming Australia's Olympic Program Swimmer of the Year in 2022 and 2023.
Upon revealing her new role, Mollie expressed her excitement, stating, "Just as I strive for speed and precision in the pool, Tangerine is committed to simplicity and excellence in connectivity. As someone who relies heavily on staying connected while travelling for competitions, I'm excited to work alongside Tangerine to inspire and empower others to stay connected and pursue their passions."
Andrew Branson, CEO of Tangerine, was equally thrilled about the collaboration. He said, "We are delighted to welcome Mollie O'Callaghan to the Tangerine family as our brand ambassador. With two Olympic gold medals and two world records under her belt, Mollie is ready to make her mark in Paris. Like Tangerine, Mollie embodies the spirit of a challenger - someone who dares to dream big, push limits, and redefine what's possible. We believe her incredible journey will inspire Australians to embrace the power of connectivity and strive for greatness in their own endeavours."
In her new capacity as Tangerine's brand ambassador, Mollie O'Callaghan will take a pivotal role in promoting the company's commitment to delivering reliable, simple and affordable telecommunications solutions to customers all across Australia. She will represent Tangerine in various media, advertising and customer-facing communication formats.