Global PR and communications agency, Grayling has announced a trio of hires to bolster its already growing team in the South.
Based in the heart of Birmingham, near Birmingham Cathedral, the team has seen record growth, welcoming new talent. Grayling South supports businesses across the region with creative communications, from corporate communications and crisis management, to consumer brand campaigns, internal communications and stakeholder engagement, from its offices in Bristol, Birmingham and Southampton.
The first of the team changes saw the promotion of Holly Barber to Head of South, further strengthening Grayling’s UK leadership team.
Holly’s leadership advancement reflects a period of growth at Grayling South as the team continues to deliver outstanding client service and create advantage for its growing client base. Holly has a proven track record of delivering impactful campaigns for brands such as B&Q and The Ivy. In her expanded role, Holly will focus on fostering regional growth and maintaining Grayling’s reputation for exceptional client service.
Speaking on her new role, Holly said:
"I am thrilled to lead the brilliant Grayling South team. Our regional network offers unparalleled local insight, enabling us to deliver everything from community and stakeholder engagement on major redevelopment projects to national-level strategic profiling for our clients."
Based in the Birmingham office, Erin Smith joins the team as Account Manager and Tabitha Purslow has joined as Account Executive, both supporting the agency’s midlands-based clients including Birmingham City Football Club.
Grayling South has been hosting a series of internal communications events across the region. Grayling Connect is just one of the many specialised services Grayling provide, with other specialities including Grayling Media, a service dedicated to external media relations, and IGNITE, a specialist creative team.
Speaking on the South’s team growth, Heather Blundell, Grayling UK CEO, concluded:
"The promotion of Holly and growth of our South office demonstrates Grayling’s commitment to growth, diversity, exceptional client service and advancing regional excellence. With this strengthened team, we are well-positioned to continue driving commercial impact and delivering outstanding results for our clients in the South, across the UK, and beyond.”
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