Just got back from the northern conference of the CIPR – our industry’s professional body – held at West Yorkshire Playhouse. It was a great day and well done to my colleague, Carol Arthur, who chaired this year’s conference. Keynote speakers included Alastair Campbell, Heather McGregor, ceo of Taylor Bennett and an FT columnist and [...]

I’ve noticed a recurring theme with several clients recently.  A number are looking for directors of communications. It struck me today that these are all very senior, strategic posts and each client sees these positions as absolutely critical to the success of their businesses.  They are going to great lengths to get the right person [...]