Katie Simpson

"Give Your Junior Markers a Solid Foundation for Their Careers! The Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship is meticulously crafted to cultivate the skills and knowledge essential for turning junior marketers into highly motivated and productive members of your marketing team. Developed in collaboration with some of the UK's foremost organizations, with Government funding available, this apprenticeship is an extremely cost-effective way to train up new talent. Learn more: http://tinyurl.com/PAmcmL3 #ApprenticeshipshipsUK #Marketing #SkillDevelopment #DigitalMarketing #ApprenticeshipJourney #CareerPath"

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Welcome to part one of the eBook 'Powerfully Practical PR', dedicated to a beginner-friendly approach to PR ✨ We dive into the 'What', 'Why' and 'Where' to start with PR, helping you create those initial objectives and targets. And to grab yourself a 2 for 1, if you buy a copy of our eBook this week you will also get a free downloadable to further boost your PR knowledge! 🧠 Download Powerfully PracticalPR today 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecGr5HCE #PR #eBook #PowerfullyPracticalPR

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Online Masterclass: Unlocking Culture to Redefine Social in 2024. From insights about the current social media landscape to the cultural nuances influencing it, this session explores strategies, tips and practical frameworks that can help brands unlock cultural intelligence to drive results on social - and beyond. Join Our Head of Client Services & Production Natalie Grey, Head of Strategy Joseph McElligott and Head of Partnerships Alexander Frey as they dive into the topic and share our best (and tested) practices to support brands in navigating the complexities of the current marketing scenario. Watch now: https://lnkd.in/egA7De8T #SocialMedia #Culture #Intelligence #Data #Marketing #MarketingAgency #Webinar

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How can single-industry comms agencies thrive in a niche? 🤔 With over 21,000 PR agencies in the UK, competition for talent and clients is fierce. So how do independent, single-industry agencies stand out and succeed against the creative giants that do it all? In our latest podcast, we dive deep into this with Ravi Vijh, MD of Bastion – the UK’s top video games comms agency, which is on an incredible growth journey. From launching new divisions to hiring passionate people, Bastion is a shining example of how a focused approach can yield extraordinary results. 🙌 Tune in as we explore how a single-industry focus helps Bastion accelerate growth, foster diversity, and attract top talent in a competitive landscape. It's a must-listen for any agency looking to thrive in a single-industry niche! 🎙️Full episode available on Spotify - https://lnkd.in/g6uRNvWz #videogames #videogamescomms #publicrelations #pragency

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“Sustainability should be something you do. It shouldn't be something that you campaign around.” Learn more about how marketers can improve sustainability within their own company in the latest episode of our Sustainability in Digital Advertising series, with special guest Michelle Carvill, Director of Carvill Creative - Digital and Social Media Agency, and Co-Founder of 'Can Marketing Save The Planet'. 👉 Check out the full episode: https://lnkd.in/ejtbj5es #sustainability #sustainablemarketing #netzero #greenmedia #carbonemissions #adtech #advertising

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How can established businesses keep up with sustainability-focused challenger brands? Our latest blog post from our ESG and Sustainability Lead, Hannah Hughes, explores this question with insights from industry experts. Key takeaways include the importance of integrating D&I and sustainability into business models, the role of education and leadership, and the need for brands to be activist and campaign for change. Read more about how big businesses can navigate these challenges and future-proof their value here: https://lnkd.in/gBfGjTWg

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We went along last week for The Marketing Society Scotland's Digital Day 2024 and came back with a few top insights on the latest strategies from brands who are reimagining the future of marketing. Ready to see how they're pushing the boundaries? Check out the blog - https://lnkd.in/d4xjXeGp #DigitalDay #MarketingSociety #MarketingInsights #MadeBrave

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Have you signed up to our free webinar yet? 💻 Join us on 28th November at 2pm where Tallulah Warmington and Lisa Alleway will be talking about ‘The power of cross-channel campaigns’, filling you in on all the secrets to building impactful integrated marketing campaigns. Register now to find out how to: ✅ Successfully roll out marketing campaigns across multiple channels ✅ Craft effective creative briefs to make sure your campaign hits the mark ✅ Ensure consistent messaging and branding across every touchpoint ✅ Make sure your campaign runs smoothly, from start to finish Just click the link below to register 👇 https://lnkd.in/eNaGTW3H #Webinar #Marketing #MarketingCampaign #IntegratedCampaign

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In today’s competitive business environment, effective PR is more crucial than ever. Getting your business news in front of the right audience can make a significant difference in your brand’s visibility and success. Portfolio North’s PR Hub is designed to help businesses in the North East and Yorkshire share their stories with influential professionals and decision-makers. Discover how our PR Hub can support your business and why it’s a game-changer for your PR strategy. Read here: https://lnkd.in/erdiKiYm

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In today’s competitive business environment, effective PR is more crucial than ever. Getting your business news in front of the right audience can make a significant difference in your brand’s visibility and success. Portfolio North’s PR Hub is designed to help businesses in the North East and Yorkshire share their stories with influential professionals and decision-makers. From reaching business owners and decision-makers to giving your business online and print coverage, find out how we can help you get your business in front of the right people. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ekPVPVs6

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𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 (19%) marketers feel they only have 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 of the 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 to carry out their roles successfully, according to research by CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing. Marketers with specialist skills, like 𝘈𝘐 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘚𝘌𝘖 and 𝘚𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 stand out and drive impact. Feeling inspired? Check out our CIM Award courses to help you gain these skills and more: https://lnkd.in/edyxysCm 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

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With research by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) finding that the diagnosis of mental health conditions in the PR industry is on the rise, it's more important than ever for PR leaders to prioritise their employees' wellbeing. This article from PRmoment has some great advice from a number of PR professionals on meaningful changes PR leaders can make to boost employee wellbeing and improve overall mental health. #PR #PRagency #PRcareer #mentalhealth #employeewellbeing

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Reach your professional communities by aligning your brand with their preferred content type for research decisions—online journals. Place exclusive advertisements on the front cover of each downloaded article to ensure maximum visibility. 🚩 Get in touch today to discuss advertising opportunities with us https://ow.ly/5W5M50U18r9 #automation #batteryresearch #energy #robotics #industryprofessionals #engineering #manufacturing #contentmarketing

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How marketers can benefit from online co-working: a new blog post from The Chartered Institute of Marketing:

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Our latest whitepaper is live, packed with insights to help you elevate your digital marketing game! Deep dive into strategies that drive performance, boost engagement and maximise ROI. Download Edition Two 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQFhHv7g #MarketingAgency #MarketingInsights

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🎉 Top 3 ESG Agency in the UK!   Climate communications is now a core part of almost every corporate affairs director’s to do list. Our top 3 position in PR Week’s top ESG communication consultancies list means we can help corporates committed to making a demonstrable change in their climate impact communicate openly and effectively. #Blakeney #ESG

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Become a Prize Sponsor: Key Benefits   Increase brand visibility through leading UK publications with millions of monthly readers. Boost brand perception through strategic partnerships with top magazines. Why Partner with Us for Your Next Competition? ✨ Prize Sponsorship: Provide a prize and reach a vast audience. Align with top UK magazines and benefit from a 250-word custom feature with backlinks (for a small setup fee), highlighting your product or service. ✨ Data Capture: Grow your customer base with high-quality leads, reducing acquisition costs. ✨ Web Links: Drive measurable traffic to your site, increasing visits and sales. ✨ Social Links: Strengthen your social media presence with targeted promotions that drive engagement and followers. ✨ Reader Offers: Use trackable discount codes to boost traffic and encourage purchases. For more information, check out our FAQs: https://lnkd.in/ecCdHyZe Have more questions? Our team is here to help!   Contact Us Today - https://lnkd.in/ebp8ZYN #HostACompetitionWithUs

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🚀 Are You Still Marketing in the Dark? A recent report from The Marketing Centre reveals a startling insight: more than half of UK SMEs are navigating without a documented marketing plan. This oversight can significantly hinder your business growth. Here’s a quick look at what the report uncovered: 🔹 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟯𝟯% 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲. 🔹 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟴% 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲. 🔹 𝗔 𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄. Could investing in marketing expertise be your next strategic growth move? Check out the full report for more details: https://lnkd.in/dE8gWXyN #SMEs #MarketingGoals #BusinessStrategy #LeadGeneration #2024Marketing #SMEleadership #SMEhiring #MarketingJobs

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