HOUSTON - Key Persons
I'm a Junior Account Executive navigating the intricate landscapes of the consumer, corporate, and financial sectors. My daily activities are a testament to the dynamic nature of public relations work, from securing media opportunities and organising events to crafting compelling content and building solid relationships with press, influencers and our brands. I also play a pivotal role and thrive on the challenge of crisis communications, which test our resilience and strategic thinking. Each day brings excitement and growth opportunities, and I am passionate about contributing to our client's success.
I'm a Director in the consumer team, overseeing our luxury and drinks brands and devising creative strategies and campaigns for our prestigious clients. I have over 16 years of public relations experience across food, drink, travel, design, retail and automotive, collaborating with some of the industry's leading brands such as Rolls Royce, Audi, Fortnum and Mason, Dom Perignon and Royal Salute. My background in high-profile global brand launches and key commercial partnerships enables me to lead the team and continue to nurture high-level media relationships.
I'm a Director and adviser on corporate communications strategy. I work with our clients to develop comprehensive messaging and engaging approaches to help them connect with stakeholders, from media and clients to investors and regulators. As a former journalist, I like to draw out compelling content from companies to create thought leadership that will position them well in the day's debates. I have a background in financial services, a strong interest in technology and a compulsive curiosity about life. I am also the Wellbeing Officer, Mental Health First Aider and a PRCA Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council member.
I'm a Account Director with almost five years of experience in the industry. I work across our corporate and financial teams, managing the accounts daily and supporting clients with their communications strategies. My roles include writing engaging copy, crisis communication, investor relations, corporate profiling and stakeholder engagement, and ensuring long-term growth opportunities are communicated effectively to a wider audience, from the media and employees to investors and the market.
I'm a Account Executive, and my role is to ensure that our client's accounts run smoothly day-to-day, from bolstering relationships to securing valuable coverage in target publications relevant to their products and services. I have a technical educational background and an inherent passion for writing, and I pride myself on developing an understanding of our brand's offering to their respective industries. I enjoy conveying this in a digestible manner to their stakeholders through various forms of media.
I'm the Finance Manager for the group and have ten years of experience within the SME finance sector. My role is to successfully streamline our processes and help automate our systems to operate more effectively. I work across all business divisions to deliver timely and relevant reports to all team members and work collaboratively to ensure our clients, colleagues, suppliers and wider stakeholders are well-informed and happy with all agreements.
I'm the Director of Digital. I provide consultation and strategic counsel to help grow our client's business online and work with the team to bring creative and results-driven digital and social strategies to life. I have 20 years of marketing experience in the design, lifestyle, construction, financial and technology sectors, working with brands from Unilever to Google. I'm passionate about embracing the ever-changing landscape of online communications and harnessing the power of people and technology in our connected world.
An experienced PR and communications executive, I'm passionate about connecting great brands with the right audience through traditional and innovative PR strategy. I have a varied background, having graduated with a degree in Fashion Branding and Communications and worked with high-street fashion brands, high-end designers, and magazines, before moving into the lifestyle and interiors sector. As Senior Account Executive at Houston, I utilise my broad experience across luxury, travel, interiors, design, fashion and art to build relationships with press as well as expand my industry knowledge to provide well-rounded and effective work for clients.
I'm an Senior Account Executive and use my English degree and experience writing for local newspapers and magazines to passionately narrate our client's stories and convey their history persuasively. I work with our corporate and consumer brands in the Health and Safety, Interiors and Education sectors while supporting the team with the upkeep of accounts, securing press coverage and acting as a client point of call to ensure a seamless press office. I enjoy establishing and nurturing relationships with media and journalists to deliver impactful articles and help drive brand awareness.
I joined Houston following the completion of my BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. My strong writing background and interest in media representation enables me to support the Consumer team in conducting client research, generating pitches and offering ideas for content.
I'm an Account Director in the consumer team, working with our drinks and lifestyle brands to deliver creative campaigns and stand out coverage for our clients. I am a brand communications specialist with 10 years of experience across food, drink, beauty, and lifestyle. Over the years I have played a pivotal role in leading and nurturing teams, whilst helping to successfully manage and execute plans for a diverse range of clients including NIVEA, Glenfiddich, Maltesers, Mars, Organix, and Pukka Herbs. My experience spans media relations, celebrity and influencer relations and event management, leading teams to deliver stand out campaigns that exceed client expectations.
I'm the Director of Consumer with 16 years of public relations experience within the FMCG, retail, sport and travel sectors, combining traditional press office with social media expertise, communications planning, influencer and talent engagement, partnerships and events. I've created integrated campaigns for Disney, Starbucks, BRITA and White Claw and draw upon my previous projects and learnings to provide client counsel, strategic direction and creative development to all our consumer accounts.
I'm a Senior Account Executive focussing on media communications and building relationships with top journalists at national, regional, consumer and trade publications. I find satisfaction in managing and completing projects, from digital competitions and product campaigns to public relations mailers and photography and videography shoots - a particular passion of mine. I love the atmosphere on set, being artistic and having the opportunity to collaborate with various creatives and industries.
I'm an Account Manager, and I dip my toe into many divisions within the business, including corporate, financial and consumer - there's nothing I won't turn my hand to. My role is to ensure that our accounts run smoothly and successfully and that our brands are happy, which involves day-to-day client and media liaison, copywriting, and project management. I also enjoy working on new business pitches, presenting, working with influencers to create beautiful content, managing events and designing extra special press mailers.
I'm a Digital Intern at Houston and have joined the team recently after graduating from the University of Edinburgh in June 2023. My previous role as a marketing and communications officer for a global human rights NGO gave me the opportunity to navigate digital media as a tool for engagement. Since joining Houston, I have been able to explore this further, and have particularly enjoyed discussions surrounding creative digital campaigns. Not only this, but I have also been given a chance to contribute to a diverse range of digital narratives, ensuring my approach resonates with both B2B and B2C clients.
I am an intern in the corporate/b2b team. Following my graduation from university with a degree in politics I worked in sales where I developed my skills in client relations. As in intern I help with tasks for an array of different clients making sure that they receive high quality service. I am gaining valuable experience in public relations including in areas such as press releases, content writing and media monitoring.
I'm a Director looking after our design, trade, and retail accounts. I have 12 years of experience in consumer public relations that spans global and national campaigns for the likes of Speedo International and Crown Paints. I collaborate with our clients to create innovative communications plans that are always strategic, creative and results driven. Whether it's a highly anticipated product launch or an exciting brand repositioning, I lead the team to ensure we succeed and stand out from the crowd.
Jonathan Bird - Chief Commercial Officer
Job Titles:
- Chief Commercial Officer
- Member of the Board
I'm the Chief Commercial Officer and have 15 years of experience in public relations working across design, retail, FMCG and hospitality. While I grow and diversify our portfolio of clients, I remain on hand to offer counsel, strategic direction and artistic development both internally and externally. I lead and motivate the team and create integrated B2C and B2B campaigns, combining traditional communications with strategy, analytics and digital innovation. I'm passionate about defining and successfully executing our business development and heightening the agency's presence.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Member of the Board
I'm the CEO and a Board Member with over 15 years of communications experience. I implement and execute stakeholder engagement campaigns to promote, protect and enhance company reputations for FTSE 100, AIM-listed and private businesses. I advise brands on their capital markets communications, including transactions, financial calendar reporting and IPOs, and create integrated B2B, corporate and consumer strategies. I lead the business and remain heavily involved in day-to-day activities, from advising our clients to providing direction to the team.
I'm a Director and lead our capital markets capability, advising CEOs and Boards of listed and unlisted growth companies seeking to raise funding, working with them to articulate their investment cases and developing impactful engagement programmes. As a former journalist at international news titles, including Nikkei in Toyko and Wall Street Journal in London, I'm experienced in identifying key messages and crafting compelling content. Since moving into communications advisory 18 years ago, I have worked with clients across many sectors, with particular expertise in technology and innovative businesses involved in energy transition.
I'm a Director with 12 years of experience in financial and corporate communications, working with companies to deliver strategic advice to reach relevant stakeholders, from small start-ups to FTSE250 and financial institutions. Over the years, I've developed a great understanding of different audiences, which enables me to think creatively about the best approach to public relations and campaigns. I feel passionate about getting my teeth stuck into a business, acting like in-house support and fully understanding the business's fundamentals.
I'm a Account Manager within the capital markets and corporate teams. I have a public relations and marketing background, working for the Government Communication Service and tech start-ups. I found my passion for the industry while studying for my master's degree in International Public Relations and Global Communications Management, which has been instrumental in successfully managing the day-to-day running of our accounts and securing profile opportunities for our clients, from live broadcast interviews to QA opportunities in target publications.
Job Titles:
- Finance Director
- Member of the Board
I'm the Finance Director, a Board Member and an ACCA and AAT-qualified accountant, holding both FCCA and MAAT memberships. I lead the financial division within the business and am on hand to offer support and counsel to our external clients and internal teams. I've worked across a broad range of sectors and companies throughout my career, and with this diversity comes an ability to successfully overcome challenges and ensure that our account relationships remain strong.
I'm a Digital Account Manager passionate about the online world. I started my marketing journey in music, and I've had the privilege of working alongside creative minds throughout my career, including the Houston team. My specialisation lies in B2C, particularly in the KBB and design sectors. I excel in crafting and executing successful digital campaigns, focusing on social media strategies and content creation. I stay current with industry trends and advancements, ensure my client's campaigns are ahead of the curve and effectively communicate brand values.
I'm a Junior Account Executive on the corporate, B2B and financial accounts. I help with the day-to-day running of the accounts, and use my knowledge from working in the maintenance sector to ensure clients are achieving comprehensive coverage opportunities. My background in Sociology has given me valuable insights into consumer behaviour and the societal factors that influence it, offering a unique perspective on media engagement.
I'm a Director overseeing the corporate and B2B divisions. I have 15 years of consumer travel experience and provide strategic direction to clients in various sectors, including hospitality, construction, technology and education. I encourage creative and proactive approaches to cut through the noise, enabling our brands to establish a narrative that resonates with internal and external audiences. I am passionate about connecting with people and developing strong relationships with our accounts and my team to support growth and development.
I'm an Account Director looking after our B2B, industrial and corporate accounts. Over the past five years, I have worked with a wide range of brands, from tech start-ups to 140-year-old businesses, and I take pride in truly understanding the intricacies and broader context of the industries they operate in. I am the day-to-day contact for our clients and enjoy working closely with them. My role is to support the development of their overall strategies and ensure they are delivered effectively to achieve great results.
I'm the Director of Industrials and have worked in the B2B sector for most of my career. I'm curious about how the world works and passionate about the amazing things our clients do. I get completely immersed in their brand so that I fully understand what they need from us, using my experience and knowledge to give honest advice and counsel to ensure we positively impact their business. It's important to develop a strong, personal relationship with our clients; they need to know that they can count on us and that we will consistently deliver excellent work.
I'm a Senior Account Director and look after our brands within the leisure and retail industries, including some of our long-standing accounts with which I've formed strong relationships. I'm passionate about these sectors and bring experience in corporate and consumer public relations, advisory work, profiling, crisis communications and hard-hitting creative campaigns. I provide strategic counsel to businesses and drive the team to deliver the best possible results-driven work for our clients.
I'm a Paid Search Specialist within the digital team and have worked alongside well-known B2B and B2C clients across various industries, including construction, aviation, the education sector, beauty and retail. While I specialise in Google Ads for search, display, video and shopping, I'm also experienced in social media strategy, driving brand awareness, e-commerce and lead generation campaigns across Google Search and Display Networks such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.
I'm a Senior Account Manager with over eight years of experience working in communications across various sectors in the B2B and B2C markets, from interiors and lifestyle to household trade and health. As part of the consumer division, I specialse in public relations, influencer marketing, events and managing brand initiatives and strategy. I'm the day-to-day contact for our accounts and pride myself on making clients feel I am part of their in-house team and ensuring they know they're in safe hands.
I'm a Account Executive with a consumer public relations and marketing background and a Bachelor of Arts in media and communications. Following my degree, I jumped head-first into agency life, and the fast-paced environment has expanded my professional knowledge across corporate, lifestyle and consumer landscapes. I'm responsible for running the press office for multiple accounts and consistently delivering a high level of service. No day is the same, and I help the team with events, networking opportunities, crisis communications and journalist and client relations.
Job Titles:
- Senior Digital Account Manager
I'm a Senior Digital Account Manager with a background in online communications, delivering successful campaigns across diverse B2B and B2C sectors. I specialise in developing organic and paid social media strategies and content within the digital team, building authentic connections between our brands and their loyal audiences. I also coordinate and execute forward-thinking initiatives for our portfolio of clients, ensuring their online presence is optimised for maximum impact and valuable engagement.
I'm an Associate Director in the consumer division with eight years of public relations experience specialising in the KBB and design industries. I'm happiest in a crowd and love being surrounded by creative and genuinely interesting people. I thrive off working with disruptors who push the boundaries of what's possible, are forces for good in their sector and are passionate about their product or service. Alongside assisting with new business development, I'm responsible for big brand strategy, campaign management, senior press liaison and commercial reporting. I have the privilege of leading several accounts with an enthusiastic and dynamic team.
I'm an Senior Account Manager and recently celebrated five years at the business. I have over eight years of experience in public relations, marketing and journalism and have worked with several amazing clients, both large high-street brands and small boutique companies. I manage multiple accounts and support the team in the interiors and lifestyle divisions, working across consumer, trade, architecture and design. Day-to-day, I arrange exciting video and photo shoots, network and organise and host press and influencer events.
I'm an Account Manager within the corporate and B2B teams, working across a range of industries including F&B, education and construction. With over four years of corporate PR experience, I have become very passionate about developing and executing strong communications strategies that deliver success for our clients. On any given day, you can find me campaign planning, writing content in all its forms, and engaging with national and regional media to secure coverage and develop relationships. Acting as the main day-to-day client lead for my accounts, I ensure everything runs smoothly and that clients are kept happy.