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We’re not like most other full-service marketing agencies. Really we’re not. We live on a farm, work without ego and banish bureaucracy. It’s what works for us – and works wonders for our clients.
Cultivating creativity
Now when you live on a farm, inspiration just comes naturally. Perhaps it’s the picture-perfect setting. Or the chirpy soundtrack on repeat. However, we believe our great ideas come from our award-winning people. They’re a hardworking bunch, but never hard work. And they love what they do, which is coming up with ideas that surprise and deliver at every turn.
Our creative roots date back to 1999, when there was just one of us. Since then, the tea round has grown to over 20. And we don’t plan on stopping there. We remain as hungry as ever to deliver ideas that drive business and spark conversation. It’s why we continue to seek out the best talent and bravest clients. People and brands that continually challenge us, push us and keep us on our toes. But above all, want to have fun along the way.
Meet the team
We’re an energetic bunch at 8848. You’ll find daring storytellers and dedicated designers. Marketing experts and PR specialists. The list goes on. But while we each have our own specialist subject, all of us work in the exact same way – with honesty, humility and humour. It’s what makes working on the farm so rewarding. Come and see for yourself.
- Hazel Crawford
Hazel Crawford
Managing DirectorFearless and fabulous in equal measure, Hazel founded Connect PR with Rob Hampton in 1999. Cut to almost 20 years later and Hazel has shaped that business into the forward-thinking, full-service agency you’ll find today. Widely considered one of the Midlands’ leading young business women, Hazel was also the driving force behind making Aspley Farm the headquarters of 8848.
- James Garrison
James Garrison
Group PR & Content DirectorWhen it comes to knowing what makes clients smile and the media tick, few are more skilled than James. Joining us in 2011, like everyone else in the 8848 team James is committed to creating engaging and effective campaigns for clients and securing the best possible outcome across all channels.
- Adrian Wilde
Adrian Wilde
Creative DirectorAlways questioning, always challenging and always first to roll up his sleeves, 8848 snapped up Adrian at the start of 2018. His brief? To lead a fresh creative direction and drive the agency’s creative output. While his results already speak for themselves, it’s his collaborative nature and ego-free approach that clients and colleagues appreciate most.
- Charlotte Bennett
Charlotte Bennett
Account DirectorCharlotte is our data expert. And our GDPR expert. Not to mention one of the most knowledgeable marketers on the farm thanks to her 20+ years of B2B and B2C experience. However, it’s Charlotte’s love for data and all things marketing that ensures our creative campaigns don’t just target the right people, but consistently hit the mark.
- Caroline Garbett
Caroline Garbett
Account DirectorCaroline’s clients benefit from skilfully executed creative campaigns, engaging social media programmes and authoritative crisis handling. Although she majors in PR, her wealth of journalism and in-house experience is also widely employed by the 8848 marketing team. Be foolish not to really.
- Sue Foster
Sue Foster
Account DirectorOne of our most versatile and commercially minded team members, Sue uses her organisational skills and endless creativity to deliver explosive strategic campaigns across all channels.
- Nicky Hind
Nicky Hind
Account DirectorWhether it’s a small charity or a FTSE 100 company, Nicky’s deliberate and calm approach is used to develop measurable creative solutions that change perceptions and cement relationships. And like all the 8848 team, Nicky specialises in tailoring campaigns to suit the practical needs and aspirations of every client.
- Sam Taylor
Sam Taylor
Senior Account ManagerOur resident wordsmith, proofreader and editor supremo, Sam’s our good grammar guru when we’re unsure whether we need a preposition or conjunction. As a former newspaper editor of 20 years, it’s fair to say Sam has an eye for a story and is highly adept at switching between copy styles.
- Sean Wozencroft
Sean Wozencroft
Account ManagerSean has eight years of media experience having started out as a journalist with a leading regional newspaper before joining 8848 in 2014. With a degree in journalism, he has a passion for engaging press releases and in bringing brands to the forefront in the trade press.
- Sam Pollock
Sam Pollock
Account ManagerSam’s worked for various companies in a range of sectors, with experience from social media management to crisis comms. After gaining his degree in Journalism, Sam was a producer and reporter, which has put him in good stead to know exactly how to pitch stories for clients and how best to respond to requests from media organisations.
- Natalie Moore
Natalie Moore
Social and Content HeadCool, calm and classy, Natalie delivers knockout content for social media and traditional marketing channels. Her first in English Language makes her a team go-to for copywriting, and an insightful, considered approach promises positive professional results for a range of consumer and trade clients. Also has a killer shoe collection.
- Charlotte Painter
Charlotte Painter
Paid Social & Campaign HeadIn a team of confident communicators, Charlotte’s unique narrative voice is impossible to miss. With experience in social media strategy, campaign management, lead generation and reporting, Charlotte’s creative-led approach and cross-platform content always delivers killer results.
- Georgia Homer
Georgia Homer
Digital Marketing ExecutiveGeorgia is the youngest member of the 8848 team and is currently working in our social media and digital team – while studying for a digital marketing degree. A fast learner with bags of energy and enthusiasm, when she’s not tracking analytics or scheduling campaigns for clients, Georgia can be found organising the next 8848 social!
- Jackie Winfield
Jackie Winfield
Finance and Operations DirectorWith more than 20 years’ agency support experience, Jackie is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of 8848’s accounts, purchasing and invoicing. In what is often a bustling work environment, her composed and exhaustive approach is invaluable in maintaining effective day-to-day operations.
- Jon Woodrow
John Woodrow
Head of IT SolutionsBuilding databases. Optimising platforms. Delivering best practice marketing strategies. It’s fair to say Jon puts his 20 years (ish) of IT expertise to brilliantly effective use on a daily basis for our clients. And not only does he laugh in the face of tight deadlines, he genuinely knows what all those random buttons in Excel do.
- Faye Jacques
Faye Jacques
Customer Management SpecialistIn her former life, Faye worked in management and customer service for several heavyweight retailers. The result? Faye understands the importance of smashing client expectations and ensures we never fall into the trap of overpromising only to underdeliver. As a busy mum of three, Faye’s also perfected the art of project juggling.
- Steve Bishop
Steve Bishop
Customer Management SpecialistSteve loves to talk, whether with business owners, tradespeople or titans of finance. Hardly surprising then that he’s our leading outbound specialist. In fact, we don’t know anyone who gets more out of a phone call than Steve, whether that’s customer research, lead generation or just a good old-fashioned data cleanse.
- Teresa Middleton
Teresa Middleton
Customer Management SpecialistTeresa’s relaxed and calming nature makes her a natural on the phone. Which is lucky, as she’s always on the blower helping our clients with their inbound call handling, outbound telemarketing and pretty much everything in between. And did we mention her silky smooth voice?
- Olivia Moreton
Olivia Moreton
Customer Management Specialist8848’s queen of multitasking. Whether it’s balancing inbound enquiries with outbound telemarketing, or juggling time sensitive marketing with essential admin, Olivia’s can-do attitude is infectious. And it’s been that way since she first joined the business over 13 years ago.
- Laura Morgan
Laura Morgan
Customer Management SpecialistLaura’s passion for good service makes her the perfect fit for our customer management team. Her positive attitude and honest care for the well-being of others drive her to engage with clients and deliver the very best service she can, be that on the phone, over email or via social media.
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