NAPIER - B2B PR AND MARKETING AGENCY - Key Persons
Alison (Ali) joined the Neesham Team (now Napier) in 2012 as a PR Assistant supporting clients' accounts covering Digital Signage, Electronics and LED Lighting.
Prior to joining Napier, Ali worked at software specialist Prologic PLC, which managed business operations for the world's most exclusive lifestyle and luxury retail brands. Ali is also familiar with the technology industry.
During her career, Ali has held PA/Secretarial roles supporting Directors and Managers within large and small companies including European Electrical Distributors and Vending specialists. Additionally, she has worked in the Banking Industry and held a security role in Tesco Plc.
Job Titles:
- HR Manager & Talent Acquisition
Amelia is an experienced HR and Recruitment professional who has worked in both an agency and in-house environment with a background in supporting niche sectors to find the best people.
Amelia leads the HR team where she uses her skills in networking, candidate attraction and seamless management of the candidate journey to ensure Napier attracts, retains, and progresses the best talent on the market.
Callie is a Senior Account Manager at Napier and comes from a background in public relations, having previously worked across multiple B2B and B2C accounts in a London-based agency. She has a keen eye for rogue apostrophes and brings creativity to everyday tasks.
She is keen to apply her skills and expertise in media relations, PR and marketing to the B2B Information & Technology sectors and build on them in her role at Napier.
Carol manages Napier's finance function. Carol has over 20 years of finance experience in a wide range of sectors including manufacturing, distribution and FMCG.
During this time Carol has used various accounting, MRP, ERP and CRM software systems and worked on implementation projects for accounting & ERP systems.
Whilst working in the manufacturing sector, Carol has worked on several Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
Chris joined Napier following a successful marcomms career in-house at Control Techniques, the British-based global drives brand. There, he had a senior role in the team which executed a comprehensive corporate rebranding project, and led a team that oversaw PR, video production, exhibitions, customer experience and content creation across multiple regions. As a qualified and experienced journalist, marketer, PR practitioner and copywriter, he understands how to get to the centre of a story and loves nothing more than taking complex, technical subjects and framing them for a wider audience.
Chris brings energy, positivity and considerable experience of marketing within the drives and industrial automation market. He also isn't above the occasional dad joke.
With more than 20 years' experience working in the industrial PR and marketing sector, Claire has forged strong relationship bonds with Editors and publishers across numerous Industrial and technology publishing houses. Her knowledge of the industry, and the relationships that she has built over the years, have enabled her to secure valuable editorial space in some of the most highly regarded titles in the industrial world.
With experience in negotiating competitive advertising packages, encompassing online, print and social channel mix, she has a unique insight into how the two sides of publishing work together, and as a result she is highly regarded by both Editors and Publishers alike, ensuring the best value for her clients at all times.
Clare joined Napier in November 2012, as a media monitoring specialist, helping clients understand the reach, and ultimately return on investment, from their European PR campaigns. Clare is now responsible for managing the translation and issuing of press releases for all Napier's clients, as well as maintaining and updating the company's in-house editorial and PR checklist databases. She ensures we deliver high-quality, efficient service levels by maintaining procedures within the company handbook.
Prior to joining Napier, Clare spent over 20 years working for both public and private sector organisations. Her experience includes providing support to senior executives and sales administration in technology companies.
Clive joined Napier in 2019 from the San Francisco Bay area as a 20+ year silicon valley veteran. He has specialised in building comprehensive integrated marketing and communications programmes, brand strategies and lead generation campaigns for leading technology companies in hardware, enterprise software, and semiconductor markets.
Most recently he was Director of Public Relations, Events and Partner Marketing at Digital Realty, responsible for building marketing and communications programmes for the company's portfolio of data centre properties, cloud solutions and services.
Prior to joining Digital Realty, Clive worked at Seagate as their Director of Global Corporate Communications responsible for PR/AR, executive communications and social media. Clive holds a Bachelor of Arts in European Studies and Languages from Southampton University, UK.
Joining Napier in 2019 from the San Francisco Bay area, Clive is a 20+ year silicon valley veteran. He has specialised in building comprehensive integrated marketing and communications programmes, brand strategies and lead generation programmes for leading technology companies in hardware, enterprise software, and semiconductor markets. Find out more…
Job Titles:
- Account Administration Executive
Danielle is an Account Administration Executive at Napier. Having previously worked in the weddings and medical industry, Danielle brings us over 10 year's of customer service and administration experience. Danielle will support the Directors, Account Managers and Marketing specialists with account administration, varying from account work to analysis of PR and advertising campaigns. She is looking forward to developing her skills and knowledge within the B2B Technology sector.
David arrived at Napier following more than 20 years as a writer and PR consultant for broadcast television engineering, design, and manufacturing firms - as well as fibre, satellite, and IP connectivity providers - worldwide.
He moved to the UK in the early 90s from Houston, Texas, where he had a career in corporate communications with a major international energy exploration, production, and engineering firm.
Although not an engineer by training, David has a knack for translating sometimes complex information into palatable prose. He also has a nose for news, a direct result of the Bachelor of Science degree in journalism he proudly holds from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Ohio University.
Outside of the office, David is an accomplished live music photographer with three album credits (and counting) to his name.
Dawn White is a Senior Account Manager who has spent her career helping technology companies grow their business. She has spent more than 15 years at Peter Bush Communications (now Napier), where she works with a range of clients in the electronics industry, including HARTING and Allegro MicroSystems. Dawn's client experience also includes several high-profile test companies.
Dawn has outstanding editorial relationships, generating coverage that helps clients achieve their marketing and sales goals. She is also an experienced advertising planner with in-depth knowledge of print and online titles.
Eden is a 2022 graduate from Staffordshire with a degree in marketing and media. She joined the team straight out of university and is a person who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Eden values an open mind that benefits from constantly searching for new opportunities and will support the team with a range of activities, from reporting to media relations and advertising campaigns. She looks forward to supporting Napier's growth as a marketing specialist and building her knowledge and expertise in the B2B technology sector.
Having originally studied to be a lawyer, Ed made the transition from journalism into the world of industrial and technology marketing communications over 20 years ago and has stayed in it ever since. A passionate lover of stories and supporter of the valuable role that engineering plays in all aspects of our lives, he brings the ability to be able to put complex technical concepts and topics into context, enabling them to be understood by a wide audience, from experts to novices.
Elaine joined the Napier team in 2022 following the acquisition of Neesham PR, where she spent over 20 years looking after a range of clients in the electronics and AV industries. Working directly with editors and clients, she is responsible for ensuring the full programme of PR activities is completed to a consistently high standard and quality and delivering results above expectations.
Establishing good relationships in these industries, Elaine successfully coordinates product launches, places technical articles and arranges press interviews and briefings both in person and virtually, and provides exemplary service from setting the direction of the program to arranging international press events.
Job Titles:
- Head of Business Development and Marketing
Hannah is the Head of Business Development and Marketing at Napier and leads the business development and marketing activities which includes, pitching, proposal writing, lead nurturing, email marketing, social media and content creation.
Hannah joined the Napier team back in 2017 as a Marketing Specialist after completing her degree in Marketing and Communications, and her role focuses on developing new relationships with potential clients. She is extremely enthusiastic and continues to enjoy expanding her knowledge about the B2B technology sector.
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Specialist
Hayden is a Digital Marketing Specialist at Napier. As part of our digital team, he supports clients with the implementation of digital marketing activities, which include content marketing, email marketing, marketing automation, and paid and organic social media.
Hayden has a digital marketing degree from Chichester College and originally joined the team with a 3-year retail management background and a full diploma in Information and communications technology. Hayden brings a creative mindset to his role and is always looking for new ways to express his creativity in his day to day work.
Helen has been with Armitage (now Napier) for 25 years. She started out her career in marketing, building and managing databases, in accordance with the Audit Bureau of Circulations, on behalf of clients. Over the years and with the introduction of the internet, it became clear that better use of data in the digital world was on the horizon.
Helen's love of data led her to gain knowledge of several marketing automation platforms including Eloqua, Pardot and SharpSpring, achieving a B2B masters in Eloqua back in 2015.
Helen is part of our digital team looking after the day to day running and building of several of our clients' social media accounts, Google ads and analytics and maintenance of websites.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR
- B2B Marketing Specialist
Ian is a strategic thinking B2B marketing specialist with a wealth of experience in the definition and delivery of marketing plans that connect and engage at all levels.
Ian has worked for and alongside B2B blue chip and small/ medium enterprises both in-house and agency side and has significant experience in both digital and traditional marketing campaigns.
A qualified engineer with a vast commercial/ marketing background, Ian is able to get under the skin of the customer to define multi-channel targeted campaigns that enhance brands and deliver measurable results.
In his spare time, Ian is an avid football fan and spends far too much time thinking about trains.
Laura is an Account Manager at Napier, with over 15 years experience of working in marketing and PR.
Laura is a strategic thinker who likes to plan and implement campaigns and see them develop from inception through to completion.
Laura has held a number of positions working for marketing communications agencies, in in-house roles, and also built up her own successful copywriting business, before deciding to join Napier. Her experience is broad covering sectors from technology and engineering, to medical devices, hospitality and manufacturing.
Meg joined Napier in 2023 bringing experience on both agency and client side, with a focus on digital marketing and media buying. Having worked with both B2C and B2B clients across multiple sectors, Meg has developed an ability to bring new ideas to strategies to help clients engage with their audiences and meet campaign objectives whilst delivering excellent client service and effective project management.
Meg supports Napier clients with their digital marketing strategies as well as deploying integrated campaigns with a big-picture outlook.
Megan is a marketing specialist at Napier. Finishing her master's degree in journalism in 2023, she has a keen eye for content creation and bringing new angles to everyday tasks. She has previous experience in blog writing and creativity having graduated with a Creative Writing degree in 2022.
Megan brings a keen eye for detail and knowledge of journalism. She looks forward to expanding her knowledge at Napier and using her skills to support clients in building successful campaigns.
Job Titles:
- MANAGING DIRECTOR
- Deputy Chairman of Eurocom Worldwide
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A self-confessed geek who loves talking about technology. He believes that combining the measurement, accountability and innovation that he learnt as an engineer with a passion for communicating ensures Napier delivers great campaigns and tangible return on investment. Find out more…
Mike is a self-confessed geek who loves talking about technology. He believes that combining the measurement, accountability and innovation that he learnt as an engineer with a passion for communicating ensures Napier delivers great campaigns and tangible return on investment.
Mike began his career as an electronics design engineer, working for companies ranging from GEC-Marconi to DDA, developing products from complex radar systems to Kim Wilde's mixing desk. Mike later joined IDT Inc, an American semiconductor company, making his move into marketing when he switched from European Applications Manager to European Marketing Manager.
In 2001 Mike acquired Napier with Suzy Kenyon. Since that time he has directed major PR and marketing programmes for a wide range of technology clients. He is actively involved in developing the PR and marketing industries, and is Chair of the PRCA B2B Group, and lectures in PR at Southampton Solent University. Mike offers a unique blend of technical and marketing expertise, and was awarded a Masters Degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Surrey and an MBA from Kingston University.
As of October 2023, Mike was appointed Deputy Chairman of Eurocom Worldwide, a leading global network of independent, privately owned PR and marketing communications agencies.
Natasha is an Account Manager at Napier, with previous experience working for a leading B2B lighting manufacturer as their in house marketing executive. She has worked on a variety of campaigns focused on communicating technical detail using a broad range of channels. Having spent years focused on campaigns within the electrical industry she is keen to develop her skills agency side and work on a variety of projects for Napier's clients.
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Specialist
Natasha is a Digital Marketing Specialist at Napier. She studied Media Production at Bournemouth University, graduating in 2017 after specialising in Website Development. Since graduating she has turned her attention towards building a career in marketing, specifically digital marketing. With three years' experience as an in-house marketing executive within the B2B sector, Natasha now looks forward to expanding her knowledge as a Digital Marketing Specialist within Napier's digital team.
Nesbert is an Account Manager and comes with marketing managerial experience dealing with high-net worth clients in a supercar business selling Bugatti's, Lamborghini's and Ferrari's. Nesbert joins the team with 6 years of marketing experience and a First-Class Honors Degree in Business Management with Marketing.
Nesbert has been responsible for growing social media platforms to an incredible level with phenomenal following and engagement, e-mail marketing campaigns, events management, website content writing and more. Originally from Zimbabwe, Nesbert speaks two fluent languages, is full of passion, energy, ideas, and a keen eye for detail.
Job Titles:
- Head of Content Development
Phil joined Armitage Communications (now Napier) in 2015, working his way up in a short space of time from Junior Account Executive to Account Manager to Head of Content Development. Now Phil looks after some of Napier's largest accounts, delivering high quality content and strategy while handling day-to-day logistics for some of the world's leading technology companies.
Rachael is a Media Analyst at Napier, having previously worked in an International/Exporting role within the Greetings and Giftware industry. Rachael is an experienced administrator with over 20 year's experience in customer service and administration roles.
Rachael assists our clients with their PR activities and specific campaigns, by monitoring and evaluating the coverage we achieve for them. She manages Napier's comprehensive online media monitoring system, as well as coverage in print titles across Europe, covering publications in almost 30 European countries.
Job Titles:
- Creative Services Manager
Rob leads creative design projects for all Napier clients, covering print collateral, advertising campaigns, exhibitions, online graphics, Flash and emailers. He is supported by a team of freelance graphic designers.
Rob provides cutting-edge creative design that enhance our clients' image and communicates effectively with their target audience. He has experience in a wide range of industries from consumer to engineering and specialises in helping clients maintain their corporate brand values when executing fresh and innovative campaigns that demand attention.
Prior to joining Napier in 2006, Rob held creative roles within the print and signage industries developing his ability to take ideas from concepts to reality, whilst gaining experience of managing larger creative campaigns and bespoke projects. Rob has been working with leading edge graphical design software for over 13 years and is an expert user of tools for print and online design.
Ross is an experienced creative who loves to design and make his work stand out. He is passionate and imaginative about the detail that he feels every design deserves.
Ross began his career as a designer working for a printing company in their studio department, allowing Ross to learn how the process was completed beyond the design stage. This understanding allowed him to visualise how the best designs work before printing production begins.
He has worked on a diverse range of creative publications from adverts, brochures, whitepapers, exhibition graphics, online graphics and infographics, and more has been focussing on online content, creating brilliant video/animated snippets to use and tease on social channels. These teasers lead to an interactive document that provides a beautiful and simple online reading experience.
With over 14 years of design experience and a degree in graphic design, Ross has worked with some fantastic brands: ABB, Airbus, Nokia, and NTT to name a few.
Saffron is a Finance Administrator at Napier. Having previously worked in the Insurance Industry Saffron brings plenty of transferable skills, with over 12 years of project management, IT and administration experience.
Saffron supports the Directors, Account Managers and Marketing specialists with account administration, varying from account work to analysis of PR and advertising campaigns. She is looking forward to developing knowledge within the B2B Technology sector.
Suzy has extensive experience of technical B2B marketing across all marketing disciplines and specialises in PR, advertising and direct marketing within the electronics components sector. In addition to her executive management role within the company, Suzy's current client portfolio includes Microchip Technology and Semtech. Find out more…
Suzy has extensive experience of technical B2B marketing across all marketing disciplines and specialises in PR, advertising and direct marketing within the electronics components sector. In addition to her executive management role within the company, Suzy's current client portfolio includes Microchip Technology, and Semtech.
Suzy joined Napier in 1992 and has built strong relationships with editors across 34 European countries and drives pan-European PR campaigns for companies ranging from start-ups to S&P 500 enterprises. She regularly organises press tours and conferences throughout Europe and secures high-quality coverage with placements of viewpoints and articles in key European titles.
Suzy plans, negotiates and places print and online advertising campaigns across Western and Eastern Europe, managing the translation and creative design in 27 languages. She writes, creates and executes effective direct mailing campaigns to databases exceeding 100,000 contacts, helping clients to build in-house databases as well as researching and recommending 3rd party lists from publishers and brokers.
Tom is an experienced designer having worked for Armitage (now Napier) for over 20 years. After gaining his diploma in graphic design, he worked for various design agencies and print companies before setting up his own business and then joining our firm full-time.
He has worked on a variety of projects for clients producing content from brochures to advertising, exhibition graphics and newsletters. His understanding of digital design means he has also developed several e-books, web banners and interactive infographics for our clients.
As Design Manager, Tom supervises our in-house design team, and his experience and understanding of what is needed means he has the ability to take a brief and turn that into something creative and visually exciting, be it through print or online, whilst remaining on budget and on time.