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MembershipDirectory

2012

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The Directory

The Aberdeen Communications Group (ACG) membership

directory contains contact details for all members who

request their details to be listed.

This edition has been distributed to all Aberdeen

Communications Group members, North-east media

and local politicians.

The directory is updated annually from information

provided on membership application forms.

All information was correct at the time of publication.

About the Group

Aberdeen Communications Group (formerly Grampian PR

Group) is committed to providing topical events, training

and networking opportunities for those working in PR,

marketing, communications, advertising, media, design

and events whether in-house or agency.

The decision to re-brand the group in 2011 allowed us to

formally open up the group to the wider communications

arena with a name which reflects our diverse membership

and allows us to represent the interest of all our members.

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Alaina Donald (Co-Convenor)AVC Media [email protected]

Andrew Spence (Co-Convenor)Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of [email protected]

John Brown (Treasurer)Design for [email protected]

Zoe [email protected]

Sarah [email protected]

Sarah GrieveRobert Gordon [email protected]

Katy JonesAberdeenshire [email protected]

Sarah-Jane MilneFriends of [email protected]

Neil MoirAberdeenshire [email protected]

Ashley RossMackenzie PR | Covey [email protected]

Lauren [email protected]

CommitteeAberden Communications Group is run by a committee of volunteers so we would ask you to email individual committeemembers in the first instance. Contact details are as below:

George Adam The Presentation BusinessVideo Producer 70 Ardarroch Road Aberdeen AB24 5QS

T 01224 627455 E [email protected] presentation-business.co.uk The Presentation Business provides project management for conferences and liveevents. The company produces and co-produces digital video, 3D animation and innovative graphics for television, web and mobile platform delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 25 years’ experience.

Phil Allan Fifth RingAccount Manager Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH

T 01224 626288 M 07713 642911 E [email protected] fifthring.com

Account manager with leading international energy specialist communications, specialising in Emergency Response and Crisis Communications. At Fifth Ring IntegratedCorporate Communications, we make thinking visible through dynamic and result-drivencampaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in the world’s energy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 18 years journalist and editor, 4 years PR Manager and Account Manager.

Lynne Anderson The Fifth BusinessCommunications Consultant 35 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YN T 01224 592555 E [email protected] fifthbusiness.com

Marketing, communications and business development for over 20 years, varied disciplines and sectors, for both private and public organizations. Joined The Fifth Business in May 2011. The Fifth Business is a full-service international change agency, offering communications, learning and design – focused on the people side of change.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA in Commerce. 20+ years’ experience.

Ross Anderson The BIG PartnershipAccount Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ

T 01224 615011 E [email protected] bigpartnership.co.uk

The BIG Partnership is Scotland’s largest PR agency and the leading consultancy outside London (PR Week 2011). Services include media relations, crisis/issues management, media training, branding and design, event management, social media and digital marketing.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 3 years’ PR and 11⁄2 years’ journalism.

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Lisa Arnold Fifth RingAccount Executive Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH


At Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications, we make thinking visible throughdynamic and result-driven campaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in theworld’s energy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Advertising & PR, currently studying BA (Hons) Communication with PR. 6 month’s experience.

Stacey Ashworth Aberdeen & Grampian Graphics and Chamber of CommerceSystems Assistant Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU

T 01224 343963 E [email protected] agcc.co.uk

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leadingprivate sector, member focused, business organisation. Stacey is responsible for the design and production of the Chamber’s printed and online communications includingthe Business Bulletin, advertising, marketing materials and website.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE B(Des) Hons Graphic Design. 1 year’s experience.

Jamie Baikie AVC Media EnterprisesProduction Manager Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG

T 01224 248007 E [email protected] avcmedia.com

AVC is a fully integrated media and communications agency, combining marketing communications, audiovisual hire and sales, video production, 3D animation, graphic design, digital media, satellite communications, training and meeting space.

Simone Barnett AtlasGlobal Head of Marketing Offshore House Claymore Drive Aberdeen Energy Park Aberdeen AB23 8GD

T 01224 708430 E [email protected] atlasknowledge.com

Global Head of Marketing, responsible for the development of the international marketing and communications strategy to drive Atlas’ global business plan, Atlas is aspecialist skills and learning provider who improve clients’ business performance whilereducing legislative and operational risk.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Marketing. 15+ years’ experience.

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Karen Barrett-Ayres Robert Gordon UniversityMarketing Officer Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR

T 01224 262208 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk

Responsible for creating marketing materials and campaigns for Undergraduate, Postgraduate and International student recruitment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BDes (Hons) Graphic Design. 12 years’ experience.

Susan Barrie AVC Media EnterprisesSenior Digital Developer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Zoe Barbour Inspire (Partnership Through Life) Communications Graduate Limited M 07708 933838 E [email protected]

I graduated with a BA (with distinction) Communication with Public Relations from RGUin July 2011 and I’m currently building industry experience. I have secured a three monthtemporary contract as Fundraising and Events Officer at Inspire starting February 2012.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (with distinction) Communications with Public Relations. 1 year’s experience

Fiona Bayne Shell UK LtdHead of Communications 1 Altens Farm RoadUpstream UK Nigg Aberdeen AB12 3FY

T 01224 883077 E [email protected] shell.com

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies and a leading operator in the UK sector of the North Sea. Aberdeen is the headquarters for our UK upstream operations.


Katie Begg Robert Gordon UniversityCommunications Officer – Communications OfficeAberdeen Business School Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR


Delivering integrated public relations campaigns to promote the university, its research, expertise and teaching to a broad spectrum of media, plus external and internal stakeholders. Working primarily within the Aberdeen Business School.


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Paul Beaton Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL

T 01224 581700 E [email protected] mackenziepr.co.uk

Mackenzie PR and Covey McCormick have come together to create Aberdeen’s newest fully integrated communication agency. Combining the strategic PR services of Mackenzie PR with the creative design and marketing talents of Covey McCormick,the company also offers expertise in all forms of media and presentation skills training,and social media consultancy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1st Class BA (Hons) Corporate Communication. 5 years’ experience.

David Bell Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickStudio Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL

T 01224 581700 E [email protected] covey-mccormick.co.uk


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 20+ years’ experience.

Dr Sue Bird University of AberdeenKnowledge Exchange Department of External AffairsManager University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health Greenburn Road Bucksburn Aberdeen AB21 9SB

T 01224 438668 M 07711 093417 E [email protected] abdn.ac.uk

Primary role is to manage programme of knowledge exchange & stakeholder relationships for the Scottish Government funded research programme at the Rowett Institute. More generally, part of the University communications and public affairs team.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE ACIPR. 25+ years’ experience.

Kate Blake Robert Gordon UniversityHead of Marketing Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR


Kate is responsible for managing and directing the University’s busy marketing team. Kate is also responsible for the strategic marketing activities of the University. Her major responsibilities include student recruitment marketing, business to business marketing, brand management and raising awareness and communicating best marketing practice across the University.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE PG Dip Marketing, MBA. 17 years’ experience.

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Hannah Blewett Fifth RingPR Account Manager Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH


At Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications, we make thinking visible through dynamic and result-driven campaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in the world’s energy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Marketing Management. 4 years’ experience.

Debbie Booth Friends of ANCHOROffice Manager c/o Balmoral Group Balmoral Park Loriston Aberdeen AB12 3GY

T 01224 859150 E [email protected] friendsofanchor.org

Managing Friends of ANCHOR’s financial accounts and office affairs in addition to a heavy involvement in the charity’s fundraising and events calendar. Share the responsibility of the charity’s social media strategy to further promote Friends of ANCHOR’s commitment to helping make cancer and haemotology care in the North-eastthe best it can be.

Andrew Bradshaw Fifth RingPR Account Director Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Affiliate CIPR. 9 years’ experience.

Paul Brannan Inspire Partnership Through LifeCommunications Officer Beach Boulevard Aberdeen AB24 5HP T 01224 289011 M 07795 114308 E [email protected]

Communications Officer at Inspire Partnership Through Life (Inspireonline), a leadingcharity in the field of learning disabilities and other support needs, developing a rangeof competitive services to facilitate an inclusive and integrated community through involvement of people we support and employees, enabling empowerment of individualsand encouraging potential to build independent lives. My role is to oversee, implementand develop Inspire’s advertising, marketing and online communications strategy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BDes (Hons) Graphic Design. 3 years’ experience.

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Sarah Bremner AVC Media EnterprisesSenior Account Manager Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG




Alexander Godfrey Brown University of AberdeenPublic Affairs Officer King’s College Aberdeen AB24 3FX T 01224 273231 / 272014 M 07931 936221 E [email protected] abdn.ac.uk

Formerly: Public Relations Officer; Development Officer; and Research & Policy Officer at the University. Current responsibilities include parliamentary affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons). 25 years’ experience in PR & Design.

John Brown Design for BusinessDirector 28 Langdykes Drive Cove Bay Aberdeen AB12 3HW

T 01224 875080 M 07711 623255 E [email protected] design-for-business.com

Design for Business creates graphic design content for books, brochures, catalogues,corporate identity, exhibition graphics, folders with data sheets, leaflets, magazines,newsletters, packaging and web.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE C&G Design for Print. Glasgow College of Printing Design for Print. LCCI – Advertising & Marketing. Over 35 years’ experience in design & advertising.

Spencer Buchan AVC Media EnterprisesDirector Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. 20 years’ experience.

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Jodie Buchan CornerstoneCommunications Manager Atholl House 86–88 Guild Street Aberdeen AB11 6LT

T 01224 256035 E [email protected] cornerstone.org.uk Jodie manages Cornerstone’s communications function while overseeing the development and implementation of the national charity’s communication strategy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Graduate in Management, Dip Corporate Communications. 13 years’ experience.

Stewart Buchanan AtlasNew Product Development Offshore HouseManager Claymore Drive Aberdeen Energy Park Aberdeen AB23 8GD


Member of the marketing team reporting to the Global Head of marketing, responsiblefor the development of the international marketing and communications strategy todrive Atlas’ global business plan, Atlas is a specialist skills and learning provider whoimprove clients' business performance while reducing legislative and operational risk.


Natalie Buxton Weber ShandwickDirector 58 Queens Road Aberdeen AB15 4YE and Highland Rail House Academy Street Inverness IV1 1LE

T 01224 806600 M 07770 886934 E [email protected] webershandwick.co.uk

Named Outstanding Public Relations Consultancy of the Year at the 2011 CIPR PRideAwards Scotland, Weber Shandwick is a full service communications agency offeringpublic relations, public affairs and design. Our four offices in Scotland are part of aglobal network based in 81 countries around the world.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. CIPR Diploma. 9 years’ experience.

Gail Caie Robert Gordon UniversityCommunications Officer Communications Office Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR T 01224 262210 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk

I look after the majority of the university’s corporate publications such as the Annual Review. I am also responsible for media relations during graduation — the university’slargest event.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR, BA Media and CIPR Diploma. 9 years’ experience.

Ian Caie Paradox/Digital Media DesignSenior Designer/Director Unit 20 50 Cotton Street Aberdeen AB11 5EE

T 01224 210222 E [email protected] paradoxsolved.com

Client liaison and development of design solutions for a practical market. My key role isproblem solving for changing environments.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HNC Fine Art, HND Graphic Design. 7 years’ experience.

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Dawn Campbell BG GroupCommunications Specialist 28 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YL

T 01224 202020 M 07917 071334 E [email protected] bg-group.com BG Group is a world leader in natural gas, active in more than 25 countries. The companyhas a broad portfolio of exploration and production, LNG and transmission and distribution business interests combining a deep understanding of gas markets with a proven track record in finding and commercialising reserves.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA Public Relations, MSc Corporate Communication and Public Affairs. 11 years’ experience.

Helene Campbell Shell UK LimitedUpstream Communications 1 Altens Farm RoadAdvisor Nigg Aberdeen AB12 3FY

T 01224 882267 E [email protected] shell.com

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies and a leading operator in theUK sector of the North Sea. Aberdeen is the headquarters for our UK upstream operations.


Katy Campbell The BIG PartnershipAccount Administrator 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ

T 01224 615000 M 07941 930070 E [email protected] bigpartnership.co.uk


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Master of Arts English Literature. Under 1 year.

John Carnie Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms Tourism Development DMOManager The Bank House 7 Bridge Street Ballater AB35 5QP

M 07761 243927 E [email protected]

Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms is the official tourism destination management organisation (DMO) for the Royal Deeside, Strathdon and eastern Cairngorms area. We carry out a large range of marketing projects, communication projects and development projects and are a company limited by guarantee.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing. Member of CIM. Chartered Marketer. 20 years’ experience.

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Linzie Carson Bread PRAccount Manager Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR

T 01224 615850 M 07748 010503 E [email protected] breadpr.com Bread PR delivers imaginative public relations and strategic marketing to build, sustainand protect global reputations, helping customers to recruit and retain the best people,win more business and inspire investors.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Publishing Studies. 4 years’ experience.

Stuart Clark Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSenior Web Designer and Bon Accord HouseFront End Developer Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Zoe Corsi The BIG PartnershipDirector 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ

T 01224 615000 M 07973 983243 E [email protected] bigpartnership.co.uk The BIG Partnership is Scotland’s largest PR agency and the leading consultancy outside London (PR Week 2011). Services include media relations, crisis/issues management, media training, branding and design, event management, social media and digital marketing.


Joan Cowie CLAN Cancer SupportInformation Coordinator CLAN House & CLAN Haven 120 Westburn Road Aberdeen AB25 2QA

T 01224 647000/651037 M 07740 940842 E [email protected] clanhouse.org

CLAN is a local, independent charity offering support to anyone affected by cancer. The Information Coordinator manages CLAN’s information services for clients as well as its PR and communication activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. Dip PR (CAM). 20+ years’ experience.

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Rebecca Cox The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ




Lynsey Cumming Robert Gordon UniversityEducation Liaison Officer Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR

T 01224 262044 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk Responsible for liaising with prospective students, parents, teachers and career advisors. Represent the University at recruitment fairs in the UK and Ireland. Organise and support marketing and recruitment activities for the University.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1 year’s experience.

Steven Daun AECC Sales Executive Exhibition Avenue Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8BL

T 01224 824824 E [email protected] aecc.co.uk

Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) provide a professional, friendly service in an impressive and flexible world-class venue. The Centre hosts conferences,exhibitions, concerts, sporting events, dinner dances, training sessions, small meetings…accommodating from tens of thousands of people to meetings for only a few and every-thing in between!

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Business Management. 4 years’ experience.

Alexander Darlington Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSocial Media Account Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1st Class Honours Corporate Communication. 4 years’ experience.

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Lesley Davidson Lesley Davidson MarketingManaging Director Forebank 9 Cottown of Balgownie Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8JQ

T 01224 826894 M 07818 090734 E [email protected] ladmarketing.co.uk

Lesley Davidson Marketing delivers a fully integrated service covering all aspects ofmarketing, PR and event management. We have over 20 years’ experience working withlarge and small organisations, and specialise in providing effective marketing strategiesand imaginative PR and event solutions.


Sarah Dixon Exceed (XCD Ltd)Marketing Associate 12 Bon Accord Square Aberdeen AB11 6DJ

T 01224 579253 M 07540 636653 E [email protected] xcd.com Exceed is a consultancy that specialises in providing deepwater wells project managementservices, people solutions, and performance improvement services to the Energy Sector. As Marketing Coordinator, Sarah is responsible for the execution of the Marketing, Brandand Communications Strategy both online and offline.


Alaina Donald AVC Media EnterprisesSenior Account Manager Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Corporate Communication. 9 years’ experience.

Leanne Donaldson BIS SalamisMarketing Assistant 4 Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU

T 01224 246259 E [email protected] salamis.com

BIS Salamis is a leading provider of industrial services to clients across the world.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Management with Marketing. 1 year’s experience.

Lisa Douglas ACE WinchesExternal Relations Manager Towie Barclay Works Turriff Aberdeenshire AB53 8EN

T 01888 511658 M 07785 465519 E [email protected] ace-winches.co.uk

ACE Winches is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and hire of hydraulic winches and marine deck machinery for offshore oil and gas, and energy markets. As External Relations Manager at ACE Winches, my role focuses on strategic planningand management of marketing and PR activities.

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Bob Dow ANM Group LtdGroup Communications Thainstone CentreManager Inverurie AB51 5XZ

T 01467 623786 M 07940 723791 E [email protected] anmgroup.co.uk

Responsible for all external and internal communications for Scotland’s largest farmer-owned co-operative and its eight subsidiary companies located across the UK.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Communication Studies. 32 years’ experience.

Katrina Dunbar The BIG PartnershipEvents Director 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. LCCI Certificate in PR (Distinction). 16 years’ experience.

Sandra Duncan ConocoPhillips (UK) LimitedPublic Relations/ Rubislaw HouseCommunications Advisor Anderson Drive Aberdeen AB15 6FZ

T 01224 205821 E [email protected] conocophillips.com

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. 15+ years’ experience.

Sarah Durno Weber ShandwickAccount Manager 58 Queens Road Aberdeen AB15 4YE



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Journalism. 6 years’ experience.

Anna Duthie The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ




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Lesley J. Eaton Granite PR and FreelancePR Consultant 54 Craigieburn Park Springfield Road Aberdeen AB15 7SG T 01224 576071 M 07595 200662 E [email protected] granitepr.co.uk

Freelance writer and PR consultant with more than 20 years of experience in the media.Former reporter, weekly newspaper editor and communications manager.


Steve Edwards Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickDesigner Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Michelle Farquhar AtlasMarketing Executive Offshore House Claymore Drive Aberdeen Energy Park Aberdeen AB23 8GO


Member of the marketing team reporting to the Global Head of Marketing, responsiblefor the development of the international marketing and communications strategy todrive Atlas’ global business plan, Atlas is a specialist skills and learning provider whoimprove clients’ business performance while reducing legislative and operational risk.


Sue Fay Bread PRAccount Director Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. PgDip International Public Relations, MA Internal Communication Management. 18 years’ experience.

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Dawn Flett Shell UK LimitedUpstream Communications 1 Altens Farm RoadAdvisor Nigg Aberdeen AB12 3FY

T 01224 882089 M 07540 558310 E [email protected] shell.com



Vicky Florence The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Corporate Communication. 4 years’ experience.

Ross Fraser Paradox/Digital Media DesignGraphics Assistant Unit 20

50 Cotton StreetAberdeen AB11 5EE

T 01224 210222E [email protected]

paradoxsolved.com

Graphics assistant working mainly on print projects. Gaining skills in layout and large document work. Experience in digital printing, and control all digital print work for Paradox.


Iain Forbes MacDuff Fraser Expro North SeaMarketing Assistant T 01224 214662 M 07908 738765 E [email protected] exprogroup.com Responsible for assisting with all internal and external marketing and communications material. Duties involve preparing brochures, adverts and internal magazine in addition toassisting with exhibitions and social media strategy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Corporate Communication & Public Affairs. 8 month’s experience.

Esther Gbabo–Hunter Graduate T 01224 723148 M 07846 943576 E [email protected] I am a hardworking salesperson, working for a dynamic company, supervising a very reliable team in a busy Aberdeen airport. I have a Masters degree in CorporateCommunication and Public Affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. MSc Corporate Communication & Public Affairs. 5+ years’ experience.

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Steve Gibb Balmoral Group LimitedGroup Public Relations Balmoral ParkManager Loirston Aberdeen AB12 3GY

T 01224 859000 F 01224 859150 E [email protected] balmoral.co.uk

Heads up in-house department providing global PR support for Balmoral Group across a diverse range of B2B sectors including energy, civil and environmental engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 20 years’ + experience.

Jennifer Gibson The BIG PartnershipAccount Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Hons). 4 years’ experience.

Emma Gordon Fifth RingHead of PR Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. NCTJ Journalism. 13 years’ in media (journalism and PR) experience.

Alan Gorham The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 6 years’ PR and 10 years’ journalism experience.

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Kirstin Gove Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Director Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL


Mackenzie PR and Covey McCormick have come together to create Aberdeen's newest fully integrated communication agency. Combining the strategic PR services of Mackenzie PR with the creative design and marketing talents of Covey McCormick,the company also offers expertise in all forms of media and presentation skills training,and social media consultancy.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Hons) German and International Relations. 16+ years’ experience.

Karen Grant The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ


The BIG Partnership is Scotland’s largest PR agency and the leading consultancy outsideLondon (PR Week 2011). Services include media relations, crisis/issues management,media training, branding and design, event management, social media and digital marketing.


Laura Grant The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ


The BIG Partnership is Scotland’s largest PR agency and the leading consultancy outsideLondon (PR Week 2011). Services include media relations, crisis/issues management,media training, branding and design, event management, social media and digital marketing.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 6 years’ PR experience, 7 years’ journalism.

Paul Greene AtlasMarketing Assistant Offshore House Claymore Drive Aberdeen Energy Park Aberdeen AB23 8GO


Member of the marketing team reporting to the Global Head of Marketing, responsiblefor the development of the international marketing and communications strategy todrive Atlas’ global business plan, Atlas is a specialist skills and learning provider whoimprove clients’ business performance while reducing legislative and operational risk.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Undertaking studies in Marketing with Management at RGU. 1 year’s experience.

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Kirsty Grierson Weber ShandwickAccount Executive Highland Rail House Academy Street Inverness IV1 1LE



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Hons Journalism Studies.

Sarah Grieve Robert Gordon UniversityCommunications Officer Communications OfficeFaculty of Design Schoolhilland Technology Aberdeen AB10 1FR

T 01224 262206 M 07970 622229 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk/news Responsibility for media relations, internal communication, University Twitter presence,and delivering press and PR campaigns primarily for the Faculty of Design & Technologyand IDEAS Research Institute.


Grace Grimshaw Aberdeen CollegeCurriculum Leader – GallowgateAccountancy, Law, Aberdeen AB25 1BNAdvertising and PR T 01224 612626 E [email protected] abcol.ac.uk Curriculum Leader for Accountancy, Law, Advertising and PR – a diverse subject areawith mainly HND level students and one non-advanced programme.

Karla Hall Paradox/Digital Media DesignSenior Designer/Director Unit 20



paradoxsolved.com

Responsible for development of design solutions for a large range of clients world-wide. I listen and creatively react to my client design requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BDes (Hons) Graphic Design, HND Graphic Design.5 years’ experience.

Rob Hancock AVC Media EnterprisesMotion Graphics Designer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



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Steve Harris Shell InternationalHead of UK Media Relations Shell Centre London SE1 7NA

T 020 7934 4824 M 07973 403775 E [email protected] shell.com

Appointed as Shell International Head of UK Media Relations after 4 years as Head ofExternal Affairs for Shell’s Upstream business in Aberdeen. Previously worked for Oil &Gas UK, Consumer’s Association, Eyecare Information Service, Sea Containers and Mars.


Lynne Harvey The Fifth BusinessMarketing Executive 35 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YN T 01224 592555 E [email protected] fifthbusiness.com

The Fifth Business is an integrated communication, change management, blended learningand graphic design company based in Aberdeen (with offices other in London, The Hagueand Houston). My role includes the management and delivery of marketing campaigns forthe organisation as well as ongoing management of marketing and business developmenttools such as the website, and overall business development support to the senior leadership team within The Fifth Business.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Business Degree, CIM Professional Marketing Diploma. 5 years’ experience.

Neil Haston Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickCreative Director Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL


Mackenzie PR and Covey McCormick have come together to create Aberdeen's newest fully integrated communication agency. Combining the strategic PR services of Mackenzie PR with the creative design and marketing talents of Covey McCormick,the company also offers expertise in all forms of media and presentation skills training,and social media consultancy.


Shona Hendry The BIG PartnershipAccount Director 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Journalism. 10 years’ PR experience, 6 years’ journalism experience.

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Lauren Hillis Chevron Upstream EuropePR Coordinator Chevron House Hill of Rubislaw Aberdeen AB15 6XL T 01224 334415 M 07756 705087 E [email protected] chevron.com QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Communications with Public Relations.

Stacey Horne The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND in Media from Aberdeen College, BA Corporate Communication from RGU. 3 years’ experience.

Rhea Hussey Fifth RingPR Account Director Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH


At Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications, we make thinking visible throughdynamic and result-driven campaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in theworld’s energy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE ACIPR. BA (Hons) Corporate Communication. 9 years’ experience.

Alan Innes Allan’s Magic EventsDirector 4 Ury Meadows Inverurie AB51 4ZE T 01224 418311 M 07980 906401 E [email protected] allansmagic-events.com

Allansmagic events can provide a range of activities ,bouncy castles and entertainmentto keep all your guests entertained throughout the day. Allansmagic events pride our-selves in ensuring that the whole day will “gel together” seamlessly from start to finish!Making sure that all your guests have a great time no matter what age they are!

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Management. 10 + years’ experience.

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Brett Jackson Granite PR LtdManaging Director 54 Craigieburn Park Springfield Road Aberdeen AB15 7SG

T 01224 576070 E [email protected] granitepr.co.uk

Granite PR offers Public Relations using traditional, online and social media. Granite PRoffers a number of added value brands to help clients build their business. These include– Granite Times, Granite Interactive, Granite Networks, Granite Online and Granite Expo.


Barbara Jones Robert Gordon UniversityEvents Manager Communications Office Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR


Responsible for planning and delivering a range of events for the University, includingVIP dinners and lunches, public lectures, conferences and graduation ceremonies andassociated events.

Katy Jones Aberdeenshire CouncilCommunications Officer Woodhill House Westburn Road Aberdeen AB16 5GB

T 01224 665585 M 07919 348494 E [email protected] aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Katy focuses on co-ordinating internal communications and supporting employee engagement activities for the council. She also plays a key role in liaising with the mediaon a regular basis.


Marie-Claire Jones Aberlour Child Care TrustSenior Fundraising and Primerosehill Family CentreMarketing Executive 8 Sunnybank Road Aberdeen AB24 3NG

T 01224 489041 M 07528 970553 E [email protected] aberlour.org.uk

Aberlour is the largest, solely Scottish children’s charity with various services across the North-east. I raise money for Aberlour by working both with companies and community groups, and running events. I also look after fundraising-related PR, and PR for the services in the north of Scotland.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Post graduate degree in Journalism Studies. 7 years’ experience.

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Marion Jones Weber ShandwickAccount Manager Highland Rail House Academy Street Inverness IV1 1LE



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Marketing and HRM. 2 years’ PR, 3 Marketing years’ experience.

Charlotte Jordan Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSenior Account Executive Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL


Mackenzie PR and Covey McCormick have come together to create Aberdeen'snewest fully integrated communication agency. Combining the strategic PR services of Mackenzie PR with the creative design and marketing talents of Covey McCormick,the company also offers expertise in all forms of media and presentation skills training,and social media consultancy.


Rachel Kelly FrasermediaSenior Account Executive 19a Chattan Place Aberdeen AB10 6RB

T 01224 857999 M 07584 700136 E [email protected] frasermedia.co.uk

Frasermedia is a fresh, dynamic media company with a range of specialised broadcastand journalism skills. Our services include tailored PR, media response, crisis manage-ment and presentation skills training and DVD film and production. I serve as Senior Account Executive, company blogger and token American.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism. 4 years’ experience.

Calum Kennedy Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickDesigner Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




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Shaunagh Kirby University of AberdeenHead of Communications King’s College Aberdeen AB24 3FX T 01224 273108 M 07825 734120 E [email protected] abdn.ac.uk

Responsible for internal and external communications with all the University’s diversespectrum of stakeholders, including public affairs and local, national, international, specialist and academic media activity

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. CAM Diploma in Public Relations. 27 years’ experience.

Lisette Knight CornerstoneCommunications Officer Atholl House 86–88 Guild Street Aberdeen AB11 6LT T 01224 256036 E [email protected] cornerstone.org.uk

Lisette supports the delivery of Cornerstone’s communication strategy and is involved inPR, marketing, events and the development of the website and social networking sites.


Jenni Lane Bread PRAccount Executive Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1 year’s experience.

Megain Lawson ITFMarketing Executive The Enterprise Centre Exploration Drive Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8GX

T 01224 222426 E [email protected] oil-itf.com

ITF, a not-for-profit organisation owned by 30 operators and service companies, facilitates collaborative development of technologies within the oil & gas and relatedenergy industries. Responsible for organising workshops and showcasing at relevant exhibitions, developing and updating marketing materials, assisting with the productionand distribution of press releases and articles and expanding international contacts.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Communication and Public Relations. 9 month’s experience.

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Fiona Lindsay The Fifth BusinessCommunications Consultant 35 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YN T 01224 592555 M 07703 203584 E [email protected] fifthbusiness.com

The Fifth Business provides a single source for employee engagement and change-related services – internal communications strategy and implementation, innovative design, blended learning and change management execution. Working with clients toprovide strategic internal communication message creation, management and deliverythrough the most effective channels.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. 1 year PR, 18 years prior business/project experience.

Sam Longmire AVC Media EnterprisesCreative Designer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Jane Lund The James Hutton Institute Events Coordinator Craigiebuckler Aberdeen AB15 8QH

T 01224 395072 M 07969 361117 E [email protected] hutton.ac.uk

I specialise in organising scientific conferences, lectures and associated events. I am also involved in PR and media activities for the Institute.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Communications. 15 years’ experience.

Dave MacDermid The BIG PartnershipAccount Director 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE FCIM. MCIPR. 30+ years’ experience.

Lyndsey MacDonald ASCO Group LtdGroup Corporate Sinclair RoadCommunications Manager Aberdeen AB11 9PL

T 01224 564779 E [email protected] ascoworld.com With eight years in-house PR and Communications experience, predominantly at a corporate/international level in the oil and gas sector, Lyndsey is skilled in many aspectsof internal and external communications activities. She currently works for the world’sleading oil and gas logistics company, ASCO.


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Sandra MacIntyre Grampian Housing AssociationCommunications Coordinator Huntly House 74 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TD

T 01224 202902 F 07810 034851 E [email protected] grampianhousing.co.uk Responsible for developing and managing Grampian Housing Association’s external and internal communications strategies including media relations, print and web communications, events and customer participation. As well as providing affordablehomes for rent and low cost home ownership, the Association develops communitybased projects to promote social and financial inclusion.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. CAM Advanced Diploma in Communication Studies LCCI Diploma in Marketing. BA Public Administration. 12 years’ experience.

Kenneth MacKay Initiative2Search Engine Marketeer Albion House 6 Castlehill Aberdeen AB11 5GJ

T 01224 820960 M 07870 460066 E [email protected] initiative2.com

Initiative2 turns our clients’ websites into business. We use SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) and Google Adwords. This attracts more of the right type of online enquiries. Ever more local graphic design, PR and web agencies pass their clients to Initiative2 for their web marketing needs. We also provide training.


Anna Mackenzie AECCSales Manager Exhibition Avenue Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8BL

T 01224 824824 E [email protected] aecc.co.uk Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) provide a professional, friendly service in an impressive and flexible world-class venue. The Centre hosts conferences,exhibitions, concerts, sporting events, dinner dances, training sessions, small meetings…accommodating from tens of thousands of people to meetings for only a few and everything in between!


Morven Mackenzie Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickDirector Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




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Judy Mackie M&M MediaPartner 24 Cairnaquheen Gardens Aberdeen AB15 5HJ

T 01224 318088 E [email protected] mmm-media.co.uk

Creative communication specialists: newsletters, magazines, brochures, websites and other promotional and communication media; copy for press releases, adverts and features; editing/proofreading; emergency response support.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 22 years’ experience in PR and journalism.

Claire Mackinnon TechnipCommunications Officer Enterprise Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6TQ

T 01224 271778 M 07712 870674 E [email protected] technip.com

Experienced communications professional responsible for delivery of internal and external communications activities for Technip’s UK subsea business.


Robert McAllister Work on WordsPartner 45 Grove Crescent Aberdeen AB16 5DU

T 01224 488091 M 07799 665868 E [email protected] workonwords.co.uk

We specialise in plain English writing and editing. We also devise and run training workshops in how to apply plain English techniques to business writing – including writing reports and websites – and writing news releases. Our portfolio includes oil and gas, and public sector clients.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Writer and editor. 27 years’ experience.

Eilidh McCluskie The BIG PartnershipAccount Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Media Professional Studies. 6 years’ experience.

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Laura McCombie Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSenior Account Executive Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL


Mackenzie PR and Covey McCormick have come together to create Aberdeen’s newest fully integrated communication agency. Combining the strategic PR services of Mackenzie PR with the creative design and marketing talents of Covey McCormick, the company also offers expertise in all forms of media and presentation skills training,and social media consultancy.


Kevin McCormick Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickChairman Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Ken McEwen Ken McEwen Public RelationsManaging Partner Savik Hill of Balbithan Kintore Inverurie AB51 0UQ

T 01467 633667 M 07768 105449 E [email protected] enmcewen.co.uk

Ken McEwen has more than 25 years’ experience. Founder and former chairman of The PR Partnership (Scotland) Ltd, he now runs his own consultancy. Former IoD Aberdeen chairman, in a varied career Ken has had hands-on experience in newspapers,magazines, broadcasting, business development and regional promotion. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. Diploma in Communication Studies, CAM Certificate, IPR Certificate. 39 years’ experience.

Malcolm McGee Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Director Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




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Andrew McGowan Granite PR LtdSocial Media Coordinator 54 Craigieburn Park Springfield Road Aberdeen AB15 7SG T 01224 576076 M 07808 609262 E [email protected] granitepr.co.uk

Granite PR offers effective PR services for clients in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotlandand beyond to increase their profile on an ongoing basis.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Communication with Media, BA (Hons) Communication with Public Relations. 6 months’ experience.

Lynne McIlroy Fifth RingPR Account Executive Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH

T 01224 626288 E [email protected] fifthring.com

At Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications, we make thinking visible through dynamic and result-driven campaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in the world’senergy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Journalism Studies (2:1), HNC Communication. One year of PR experience with Fifth Ring, eight months design/copywriting experience (freelance work with Central Scotland Police and NHS Forth Valley) and two years spent as a journalist.

Charlotte McIntosh RoselleOperations Director First Floor Bridge House 1–2 Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7LH

T 01224 593353 M 07702 501870 E [email protected] roselleevents.co.uk

Our clients are predominantly from the Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical and Financial sectors.My role is to oversee the teams in both the Aberdeen and Edinburgh offices and to ensure the service we provide is to the highest standard.


Lesley McIntyre Union Square AberdeenCommercialisation Coordinator Management Suite First Floor Union Square Guild Square Aberdeen AB11 5RG

T 01224 254322 M 07825 531337 E [email protected] unionsquareaberdeen.com

I graduated from Heriot-Watt University in 2006 with an honours degree in Fashionand Textile Design with Business management. I have recently joined Hammerson'sUnion Square development as Commercialisation Coordinator, working with a growingportfolio of clients to promote the shopping centre as a successful platform toraise brand awareness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BSc(Hons) Textile/Fashion Design Management. 6 years’ experience.

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Neil McIver Paradox/Digital Media DesignWeb designer & developer Unit 20



Coding and web design experience allied to database work – technical web resource for Paradox clients. Web design and interactive expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Web & Digital Design. 2 years’ experience.

Kevin McKinnon NHS GrampianCommunications Officer Corporate Communications Room 12 (Ground Floor) Ashgrove House Foresterhill Road Aberdeen AB25 2ZA

T 01224 552885 E [email protected] nhsgrampian.org

Responsible for developing e-communication in NHS Grampian, which includes the corporate website & intranet, staff bulletins, Aberdeenshire Live and social networking/media sites. Focus is on improving two-way communication with all stakeholder groups and ensuring information about NHS Grampian (health services and health improvement/healthy living messages) is available and accessible.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) 2:1 Corporate Communications/ MSc Computing: Software Technology. 8 years’ experience.

Ian McLaren Innes AssociatesPR Account Manager 1 Little Belmont Street Aberdeen AB10 1JG

T 01224 452176 M 07854 876872 E [email protected] charlieinnes.com

Innes Associates provides integrated advertising, marketing and PR support to a broad range of industries. Services include PR and media relations, feature writing, copywriting, internal communications, crisis management, product launches and promotion.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Tourism Management. 9 years’ experience.

Gina McLennan AVC Media EnterprisesMarketing Executive Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG

T 01224 248007 avcmedia.com AVC is a fully integrated media and communications agency, combining marketing communications, audiovisual hire and sales, video production, 3D animation, graphic design, digital media, satellite communications, training and meeting space.

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Marcus McLernon Fifth RingJunior Business Consultant Integrated Corporate Communications St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE CIPR (Student). BDes(Hons) Design For Digital Media MSc Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. 2 years’ experience.

Eileen Mauchline LimetreeBusiness Owner 2 Poynernook Road Aberdeen AB11 5RW

T 01224 560366 M 07521 313431 E [email protected] limetreeconsultancy.co.uk

Limetree is an award winning consultancy that offers marketing support and businessconsultancy to clients throughout the North East and Edinburgh. We are passionateabout marketing with a focus on business and offer impartial and honest advice at all times. Our services include: Strategy Development & Implementation, Business Consultancy, Design, PR, Funding, PR and Training.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Business with Marketing with Distinction. 17 years’ experience.

Madeleine Marcella Robert Gordon UniversityMarketing Officer Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR T 01224 262203 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk

Responsible for Aberdeen Business School’s marketing activity. This involves coordinating marketing campaigns and managing events at the Business School.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE CIPR (Student). 1st Class BA (Hons) Corporate Communication. 1 year’s experience.

Ashleigh Martin ITFMarketing Manager The Enterprise Centre Exploration Drive Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8GX

T 01224 222421 M 07720 969673 E [email protected] oil-itf.com

ITF, a not-for-profit organisation owned by 30 operators and service companies, facilitates collaborative development of technologies within the oil & gas and relatedenergy industries. Directly responsible for managing and delivering ITF’s global PR & marketing strategy to achieve company objectives and sustain ITF’s international position as being the global funding programme of choice.


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Gregor Matheson AVC Media EnterprisesGraphic Designer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Rob Meadows AVC Media EnterprisesDigital Developer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Angela Michael Aberdeen International Youth FestivalCommunications and Custom HouseMarketing Manager 35 Regent Quay Aberdeen AB11 5BE T 01224 213800 M 07939 576300 E [email protected] aiyf.org

With more than five years experience in PR I currently manage the PR and marketingcampaign for Aberdeen International Youth Festival. With a background in music and the arts my PR and marketing specialty is large scale music and arts festivals and otherperformance related events. I also have experience in oil and gas and renewable energyPR having worked at The BIG Partnership in Aberdeen for two and a half years as a senior account executive.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HNC Radio Broadcasting. 5 years’ experience.

Victoria Miller The BIG PartnershipEvents Manager 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ




Barrie Milne AVC Media EnterprisesStudio Manager Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



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Ewen Milne Balmoral Group LimitedCross-Media Designer/Artist Balmoral Park Loirston Aberdeen AB12 3GY

T 01224 859179 M 07887 840596 E [email protected] balmoral.co.uk

Assists in-house departments providing graphic design, multimedia and PR support for Balmoral Group across a diverse range of B2B sectors including offshore, energy, civil and environmental engineering.


Joanne Milne University of AberdeenCommunications Officer King's College Aberdeen AB24 3FX

T 01224 272013 M 07917 085747 E [email protected]

The University’s Communications team is responsible for local, national and international media coverage and also manages the PR for corporate events and public engagement

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA(Hons) History, NCTJ Journalism, NCE qualified. 8 years’ experience.

Sarah-Jane Milne Friends of ANCHORPR and Fundraising Manager c/o Balmoral Group Balmoral Park Loriston Aberdeen AB12 3GY


Developing the charity's PR & fundraising strategy; engaging new fundraisers as well as strengthening relationships with existing network; building the profile of Friends of ANCHOR to promote the importance of supporting the cause which strives to help make cancer and haemotology care in the North-east the best it can be.


Claire Milton Johnston CarmichaelMarketing Communications Bishop’s CourtCoordinator 29 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YL

T 01224 212222 E [email protected] jcca.co.uk

Responsible for the marketing of Johnston Carmichael, Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers, the largest independent accountancy firm in Scotland with ten offices. The firm were winners four years in a row at the Scottish Accountancy Awards.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Hons) Business Management. 5 years’ experience.

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Leona Minellas Bread PRAccount Executive Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA (Hons) Corporate Communication 2 year’s experience.

Lisa Mitchell TechnipCommunications Coordinator Enterprise Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6TQ

T 01224 271061 E [email protected] technip.com

Responsible for supporting the delivery of internal and external communications forTechnip’s UK subsea business. Previous experience of journalism and PR.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 9 years’ experience journalism and PR.

Phil Moar Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSocial Media Coordinator Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 2 months’ experience.

Neil Moir Aberdeenshire CouncilCommunications Manager Communications Team Woodhill House Westburn Road Aberdeen AB16 5GB

T 01224 665108 M 07826 510380 E [email protected] aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Former journalist now managing Aberdeenshire Council’s communications team, which covers internal and external communications, e-communications, community consultation and engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. 6 years’ communications and 7 years’ journalism experience.

Nikki Morris SHMU FM Radio Station Manager M 07827 297478 E [email protected]

Bachelor of Arts having studied Media: Theory with Production at Paisley University, and specialised in Radio Production. Has worked in community media (managing radioprojects) for over 6 years. Has a variety of skills including communication, people management, event coordination and training.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Media. 6+ years’ experience.

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Eilidh Morrison Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 4 years’ experience in PR, 2 years in journalism.

Raymond Morrison Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickProduction Director Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Frieda Morrison Birseland Media Owner Garden House Balfour Birse By Aboyne AB34 5DD

T 01339 886180 M 07789 692836 E [email protected] | [email protected]

Birseland Media is a multi-media business that is run by journalist and broadcasterFrieda Morrison. The company provides consultancy, marketing and PR, to PLCs and SMEs across the country. Progressive roles include the making of Radio and TV programmes, corporate DVDs, communications, crises management, and communication training.

Kelly Morrison Lloyd’s RegisterSenior Marketing Denburn HouseCommunications Assistant 25 Union Terrace Aberdeen AB10 1NN

T 01224 267811 M 07941 011885 E [email protected] lr.org


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Diana Muriel Shell UK LimitedIssue Strategy Manager 1 Altens Farm Road Nigg Aberdeen AB12 3FY

T 01224 883051 M 07912 552038 E [email protected] shell.com


Sian Mutch TAQA Bratani LtdCorporate Communications TAQA HouseCoordinator Prospect Road Arnhall Business Park Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6FE

T 01224 275564 M 07585 962804 E [email protected] taqaglobal.com

TAQA Bratani is an exploration and production company working on the United KingdomContinental Shelf (UKCS). My role involves enhancing the reputation of TAQA Bratani by communicating and engaging effectively with all internal and external stakeholdercommunities, delivering a clear strategy and company message.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA (Hons) Corporate Communication. 6 years’ experience.

Kay Newton Aker Solutions Howemoss Avenue Kirkhill Industrial Estate Dyce Aberdeen

T 01224 528416 M 07872 049138 E [email protected] akersolutions.com Aker Solutions is a leading provider of engineering and technology, products and services to the oil and gas industry

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Marketing Chartered Marketer. 10+ years’ experience.

Susan Nickalls Bread PRMedia Director Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. NZ Journalism. 30 years’ experience.

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Gayle Nicol The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ




Louise Nicolson Bread PRManaging Director Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. 14 years’ experience. ChiChi Nwosu T 01224 478684/802117 Graduate M 07823 447688 E [email protected]

Corporate Communication qualified with primary interest in Public and Third Sector organisations. Special interest is field research in policy formation and Business-Government relations. Currently working with Barclays Bank Plc as a Customer Advisor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Corporate Communication & Public Affairs.

Bukola Olawuwo M 07403 058528Graduate E [email protected]

I love communications and its ability to shape opinions and perspectives. I’m especiallyinterested in developing trends in social media and potentials for the field of PR. I amcurrently seeking a challenging communications role which would enable me apply mycreativity and knowledge of PR in its utmost capacity.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Corporate Communications and Public Affairs. 2 years’ experience.

Titilopemi Owoyemi M 07500 802400Graduate E [email protected]

A dynamic, enthusiastic and goal-oriented individual with a strong international back-ground in client management, policy & external relations and media & communications.Experienced in delivering objectives with a resourceful & creative approach and a professional attitude. Possessing a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master’s degreein Media & Public Relations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA Media & PR. 2 years’ experience.

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Lynne Paterson Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Director Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Denise Petrie Tyco Fire & Marketing Manager Integrated Solutions (UK) Ltd Ocean Trade Centre Minto Avenue Altens Industrial Estate Aberdeen AB12 3JZ

M 07980 716075 E [email protected] tycoint.com

Tyco are experienced market leaders in the provision of life safety and asset integrity solutions. As Marketing Manager – Verticals I provide marketing support to our Oil &Gas, Marine and Power divisions on a global scale. This includes advertising, PR, events,exhibitions, strategy, lead generation, campaigns and social media.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing, BA (Hons) Business Studies. 5 years’ experience.

Jennifer Phillips University of AberdeenCommunications Officer Kings College Aberdeen AB24 3FX T 01224 273174 M 07776 461460 E [email protected] abdn.ac.uk

The University’s Communications Team is responsible for local, national and international media coverage and also manages the PR for corporate events and publicengagement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE SHND Journalism Studies/NCTJ Journalism. 15+ years’ experience in newspaper and broadcast journalism and 7 years in PR.

Joanna Pirie Wood GroupCorporate Communications 15 Justice Mill LaneCoordinator Aberdeen AB11 6EQ

T 01224 851000 E [email protected] woodgroup.com

Supporting internal and external communication across Wood Group. Responsibilities include drafting press releases, managing events, exhibitions and conferences, writingand updating intranet content, media handling in an emergency situation, providing content for the Group newsletter, writing and distributing internal communications from Group directors and supporting the Investor Relations function.


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Lorraine Pitman Robert Gordon UniversityCareers Consultant Careers Centre University Street Garthdee Campus Garthdee Road Aberdeen AB10 7QE


Careers Consultant at RGU since June 2008 with responsibility for Communication and PR, Media and Journalism courses. Graduated with PGDIp Careers Guidance, after several years working as Retail Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE PGDip Careers Guidance.

Kelly Potts University of AberdeenCommunications Officer Kings College Aberdeen AB24 3FX T 01224 272960 M 07773 358962 E [email protected] abdn.ac.uk

The University’s Communications team is responsible for local, national and international media coverage and also manages the PR for corporate events and public engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Hons) English. 10 years’ experience in media and PR including 4 years’ within the newsroom and production at STV.

Fiona Poustie InspireHead of Business Development Beach Boulevard& Communications Aberdeen AB24 5HP T 01224 289005 M 07768 084840 E [email protected] inspireonline.org.uk

Inspire is an award winning charity established in 1988, enabling empowerment to hundreds of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities and additionalsupport needs throughout North East Scotland. Fiona Poustie is responsible for businessdevelopment, public relations, marketing and brand management.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. Diploma in Public Relations. 12 years’ experience.

Milena Pribic Weber ShandwickAccount Manager 58 Queens Road Aberdeen AB15 4YE




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Jeannie Price Robert Gordon UniversityFaculty Marketing Officer Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR T 01224 262200 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk

I am responsible for marketing activities within the Faculty of Health and Social Care at Robert Gordon University, which includes the School of Health Sciences; Nursing andMidwifery; Pharmacy and Life Sciences and Applied Social Studies. My career includesPR and marketing roles within the public sector and charitable organisations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE LCC Diploma in PR, Marketing & Advertising, CIM. Cam Prof Dip. 26 years’ experience.

Stephen Rafferty Sure Public Relations 8 Albert Place Aberdeen AB25 1RG

M 07980 598764 E [email protected] surepr.co.uk

Former newspaper journalist turned PR specialist. Traditional journalism skills used for modern sophisticated media purposes. Clients including McGrigors LLP, FG Burnett, EnerMech, STATS Group, Serimax, C-SAM Ltd, L&N Scotland. Excellent Aberdeen, national and international media contacts. Early social media adopter.


John Raine Shell UK LimitedCommunications & Social 1 Altens Farm RoadPerformance Advisor Nigg Aberdeen AB12 3FY

T 01224 884130 M 07791 790554 E [email protected] shell.com With over 20 years’ experience working for Shell in the Upstream Business, I have built a deep understanding of the business and its challenges. I am an innovative communicatorusing modern tools, techniques and channels to further embed Shell’s strategy and reputation.


Dave Reid William WilsonMarketing Manager Hareness Road Altens Industrial Estate Aberdeen AB12 3QA


Marketing Manager for William Wilson responsible for planning and implementing the marketing strategy for the brand. Manage all aspects of the marketing activity to promote the brand values and drive profitable sales.


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Scott Reid Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickSenior Web Developer Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Marka Rifat NHS GrampianSenior Communications Officer Room 16 Ground Floor Ashgrove House Foresterhill Health Campus Aberdeen AB25 2ZA

T 01224 554791 E [email protected] nhsgrampian.org

With a background in television and radio journalism and PR with major public and private sector organisations, Marka promotes the activities and achievements of NHSGrampian and NHS Orkney, and liaises with a wide range of partner organisations.


Sarah Robertson Johnston CarmichaelMarketing Manager Bishop’s Court 29 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YL T 01224 212222 E [email protected] jcca.co.uk

Responsible for the marketing of Johnston Carmichael, Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers, the largest independent accountancy firm in Scotland with ten offices. The firm were winners four years in a row at the Scottish Accountancy Awards.

Sarah Robertson AECCPR & Marketing Executive Exhibition Avenue Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8BL T 01224 824824 E [email protected] aecc.co.uk

Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) provide a professional, friendly service in an impressive and flexible world-class venue. The Centre hosts conferences,exhibitions, concerts, sporting events, dinner dances, training sessions, small meetings…accommodating from tens of thousands of people to meetings for only a few and everything in between!

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons). 10 years’ experience.

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Bernando Rodriguez-Salcedo Bread PRAccount Executive Carden Church 6 Carden Place Aberdeen AB10 1UR


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA Journalism, MSc Corporate Communication and Public Affairs (with distinction). 13 years’ experience.

Leigh-Ann Rogie FrasermediaAccount Executive 19a Chattan Place Aberdeen AB10 6RB

T 01224 857999 M 07595 710669 E [email protected] frasermedia.co.uk

Frasermedia is a fresh, dynamic media company with a range of specialised broadcastand journalism skills. Our services include tailored PR, media response, crisis manage-ment and presentation skills training and DVD film and production.


Ashley Ross Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Lisa Rutherford ConsultantCorporate Communications M 07783 963613Director E [email protected] Assessment and planning of corporate communications global, divisional, national structures and programmes. Evaluation, positioning and alignment of corporate brandsusing 360° ROI models to track brand impact and communication effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA Journalism, Communications. 20 years’ experience.

Karen Scott Macphie of GlenbervieCommercial Communications GlenbervieManager Stonehaven AB39 3YG T 01569 740641 M 07774 285901 E [email protected] macphie.com

Macphie of Glenbervie is the UK’s leading family-owned food ingredients manufacturer.Karen is a highly creative marketing and PR professional. She specialises in developingstrategic B2B, corporate and brand communication campaigns. She won a prestigiousGrocer award for the Best Consumer PR Campaign 2011.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA (Hons) European Business Management. LCCI PR & Advertising. 15 years’ experience.

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Jacqui Scott AVC Media EnterprisesProducer Director Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Jonathan Shackleton Robert Gordon UniversityHead of Communications Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR

T 01224 262031 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk Head of University’s Communications Office with responsibility for media relations, external/internal communications, events and web content.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Design with Honours (Graphic Design) 26 years’ experience.

Seona Shand Aberdeen & GrampianHead of Membership Chamber of Commerce Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leadingprivate sector, member focused, business organisation. Seona, as Head of Membership,is responsible for membership recruitment and retention, management of commercialpartnerships and the events portfolio as well as sponsorship and corporate marketing.


Louise Shankley Aberdeen & GrampianMarketing Assistant Chamber of Commerce(Placement Student) Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leadingprivate sector, member focused, business organisation. Louise is based in the member-ship team but her role covers various aspects of Chamber activity, with a particularfocus on marketing.

Ashley Shearer Weber ShandwickAccount Executive 58 Queens Road Aberdeen AB15 4YE



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Communications with Public Relations.

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Kay Shelby-James Robert Gordon UniversityDevelopment Manager Schoolhill Aberdeen AB10 1FR


Robert Gordon University, located in Aberdeen, was voted ‘Top UK Modern University’in The Sunday Times University Guide 2012. As Development Manager, I am responsiblefor major fundraising, philanthropic support, trust/foundation applications, business relationships and stewardship.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Business Studies. 6 years’ (in PR/Development only).

Lynsey Shepherd AVC Media EnterprisesPR Account Executive Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Susanne Shepherd Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickAccount Manager Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Samantha Silvers The Fifth BusinessSenior Communications 35 Albyn PlaceConsultant Aberdeen AB10 1YN T 01224 592555 M 07740 585024 E [email protected] fifthbusiness.com

Communications and marketing professional with broad ranging experience includingdeveloping strategic and tactical communication programmes, implementing targeted andintegrated communication plans and managing mutually beneficial business relationships.The Fifth Business is a full-service international change agency, offering communications,learning and design – focused on the people side of change.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE PGDip Marketing BA (Hons) Business Studies. 13 years’ experience.

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Jill Simpson Ernst & YoungSenior Marketing Executive Blenheim House Fountainhall Road Aberdeen AB15 4DT

T 01224 653004 M 07951 988784 E [email protected] ey.com/uk

As a senior marketing executive for professional services firm Ernst & Young, I am responsible for delivering the firm’s marketing strategy locally. I am a member of the UK wide marketing team and my role includes marketing planning, event delivery anddeveloping marketing initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Public Policy & Management. LCCI Diploma Advertising, Marketing & PR. 16 years’ experience.

Keiran Smart Paradox/Digital Media DesignDesigner & developer Unit 20

50 Cotton StreetAberdeen, AB11 5EE


paradoxsolved.com

Creative designer with extensive coding and web skills. Has Project-managed a number of design-lead technical projects in UK for Paradox clients. Broad design and interactive expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BDes (Hons) Graphic Design, HND Graphic Design.4 years’ experience.

Victoria Smart Subsea 7 PR/Communications East CampusCoordinator Prospect Road

Arnhall Business ParkWesthillAberdeenshire AB32 6FE


subsea7.com

My current position is with Subsea 7, a global leader in seabed-to-surface engineering,construction and services. I currently support all PR/communication activities for the UKbusiness, as well as being part of the Subsea 7 Emergency Response Media team.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Management with Marketing. 1 year’s experience.

Anne Smith Granite PR LtdMedia Consultant 54 Craigieburn Park Springfield Road Aberdeen AB15 7SG

T 01224 576074 M 07595 779658 E [email protected] granitepr.co.uk

Journalist and Media Consultant.

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Coral Smith Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormickPR Assistant Bon Accord House Riverside Drive Aberdeen AB11 7SL




Pauline Smith Self EmployedFreelance Writer T 01358 721890 M 07777 661638 E [email protected]

Freelance writer specialising in features, in-house publications and copy-writing.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE PGDip in Publishing with Journalism. 6 years’ experience.

Rob Smith The BIG PartnershipSenior Account Executive 11 Thistle Place Aberdeen AB10 1UZ


The BIG Partnership is Scotland’s largest PR agency and the leading consultancy outside London (PR Week 2011). Services include media relations, crisis/issues management, media training, branding and design, event management, social mediaand digital marketing.


Andrew Spence Aberdeen & GrampianPolicy & Communications Chamber of CommerceExecutive Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leading private sector, member focused, business organisation. Andrew supports theChamber’s policy and communications work. He is involved in internal and external communications and also works on policy development and public affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Management. 3 years’ experience.

Martyn Spence Robert Gordon UniversityDirector of Marketing, Administration BuildingCommunications & Student SchoolhillRecruitment Aberdeen AB10 1FR

T 01224 262220 M 07703 528003 E [email protected] rgu.ac.uk

Director of a large department encompassing Admissions, Communications, International Office, Marketing, Schools Liaison and Web.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Marketing) DipM MCIM MIMgt Chartered Marketer. 15 years’ experience.

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Kim Stephen Aberdeen & GrampianEvents Executive Chamber of Commerce Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU

T 01224 343922 M 07815 792468 E [email protected] agcc.co.uk

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leading private sector, member focused, business organisation. As part of providing the “ultimate business network” to members, Kim organises the Chambers busy calendar of events; including Business Breakfasts, City and Shire Connections and SpeedNetworking.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MA (Hons) Finance.

Eliza Stevenson The Fifth BusinessCommunications Consultant 35 Albyn Place Aberdeen AB10 1YN T 01224 592555 E [email protected] fifthbusiness.com

Joined The Fifth Business as intern as part of final year and now works full time on keyclient communications support within the Oil & Gas industry. The Fifth Business is a full-service international change agency, offering communications, learning and design –focused on the people side of change.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Communication with PR. 1 year’s experience.

Claire Strachan TechnipCommunications Officer Enterprise Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6TQ

T 01224 271000 E [email protected] technip.com Responsible for communications activities for Technip’s fleet management division.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE ACIPR. Chartered Marketer. 20+ years’ experience.

Lauren Strachan ProservMarketing Assistant Seabrokers House Prospect Road Arnhall Business Park Westhill Aberdeenshrie AB32 6FE

T 01224 737021 M 07809 887586 E [email protected] proserv.com Proserv is a production technology and services company for the global energy industry. Lauren is responsible for the design and implementation of all marketing andcommunications activities globally. She is also responsible for the design and productionof Proserv’s printed and on-line communications including Progress, internal companynewsletters, advertising, marketing materials and online media.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE ACIPR, Affiliate Professional CIM MSc Corporate Communications and Public Affairs BDes (Hons) Product Design. 1 year’s experience.

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Stacey Strachan AVC Media EnterprisesAccount Manager Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



David Stewart Paradox/Digital Media DesignCreative Director Unit 20


T 01224 210222M 07816 782910E [email protected]

paradoxsolved.com

Creative designer with team leading skills. Project management of large design-lead technical projects in UK and Europe for blue-chips. Extensive branding, photography, video/TV experience with strong web/interactive expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE HND Graphic Design, HND Computer Graphic Design & Production, HND Photography. 27 years’ experience.

Joyce Summers Aberdeen Performing ArtsPress and Communications His Majesty’s TheatreManager Rosemount Viaduct Aberdeen

T 01224 337641 M 07919 565156 E [email protected] aberdeenperformingarts.com Aberdeen Performing Arts is an independent charitable company which operates HisMajesty’s Theatre, the Music Hall and The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen. Joyce is a journalistof some 35 years experience on weekly and daily newspapers, and is now responsiblefor the company’s media coverage.

Stacey Summers AVC Media EnterprisesMarketing and Account Wellington CircleManager Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 1st Class BA (Hons) Management with Marketing. 5 years’ experience.

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Kimberley Thain NHS Grampiane-Communications Assistant Corporate Communications Room 12 Ashgrove House Foresterhill Road Aberdeen AB25 2ZA T 01224 558813 M 07921 990900 E [email protected] nhsgrampian.org

I studied Publishing with Journalism at University, graduating with upper second class honours in July 2010. I have just recently secured an 11 month contract role with NHS Grampian in their Corporate Communications Department working as an e-Communications Assistant. My role involves assisting with e-communications betweenNHS Grampian and their staff but also with the public. I have been a member of Aberdeen Communications Group for 2 years and I am keen to continue to follow the group and the events that they regularly hold.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Publishing with Journalism. Less than 1 year’s experience.

Sam Thom Granite PRPR Consultant 54 Craigieburn Park Springfield Road Aberdeen AB15 7SG

M 07742 927326 E [email protected] granitepr.co.uk

Sam Thom has worked in the media for 20 years, as a journalist, radio producer andbroadcaster. He spent 9 years working for BBC Radio, seven of them specialising in food,farming and rural affairs. He has been working in online media, marketing and PR sinceleaving the BBC in 2008.


Michael Thomson AVC Media EnterprisesMotion Graphics Designer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



Ross Thomson AVC Media EnterprisesApplication Developer Wellington Circle Altens Aberdeen AB12 3JG



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Beverley Tricker Tricker PR LtdManaging Director 19 Victoria Street Aberdeen AB15 7PN

T 01224 646491 M 07702 363039 E [email protected] trickerpr.com

Tricker PR is a highly creative PR and marketing agency offering a comprehensive range of integrated communication tools. Winner of more than 20 industry awards,including the Most Outstanding PR Agency in the UK, Tricker PR also holds the Consultancy Management Standard – the industry equivalent of ISO9001.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. LCCI Diploma. 17 years’ experience.

Florence Tullo Fifth RingBusiness Development and Integrated Corporate CommunicationsMarketing Executive St Mary’s Court 47–49 Huntly Street Aberdeen AB10 1TH


At Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications, we make thinking visible through dynamic and result-driven campaigns. As energy specialists, we have offices in the world’s energy centres: Aberdeen, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Houston and Inverness.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE 6 months’ experience.

Jennifer Urquhart Macphie of GlenbervieCommunications Assistant Glenbervie Stonehaven AB39 3YG T 01569 740873 E [email protected] macphie.com

Macphie of Glenbervie is the UK’s leading family-owned food ingredients manufacturer.Jennifer's role as Communications Assistant specialises in online media, internal communications and public relations.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE BA (Hons) Corporate Communication (CIPR Accredited). 2 years’ experience.

Louise Waddell ASCO Group LtdGraduate Trainee T 01224 564715 M 07432 145833 E [email protected] ascoworld.com

I am a graduate trainee with ASCO, a leading oil and gas logistics company. The programme is 2 years long and will revolve me through operational and supportingroles. I am currently working on projects for service and operational development,including work in communications.

Neil Watson Aberdeen & GrampianSystems and Resources Chamber of CommerceManager Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leadingprivate sector, member focused, business organisation. Neil is responsible for the Chamber’s ICT infrastructure and service capability as well as designing and producingof the Chamber’s printed and on-line communications including the Business Bulletin,marketing materials and website.

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Kirsty Webster Aberdeen & GrampianEvents Assistant Chamber of Commerce Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leading private sector, member focused, business organisation. Kirsty is responsible for planning, organising and delivering the Chamber’s varied programme of business-to-business events, including the prestigious Northern Star Business Awards.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MCIPR. BA (Hons) Corporate Communication.

Victoria Withy AECCPCO, PR & Marketing Manager Exhibition Avenue Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8BL T 01224 824824 E [email protected] aecc.co.uk

Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) provide a professional, friendly service in an impressive and flexible world-class venue. The Centre hosts conferences,exhibitions, concerts, sporting events, dinner dances, training sessions, small meetings…accommodating from tens of thousands of people to meetings for only a few and everything in between!

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Marketing & PR with Advertising 1st Class BSc (Hons) Psychology. 22 years’ experience.

Andrew Youngson The Robert Gordon UniversityCommunications Officer – Communications OfficeFaculty of Health and SchoolhillSocial Care Aberdeen AB10 1FR


Delivering integrated public relations campaigns to promote the university, its research,expertise and teaching to a broad spectrum of media, plus external and internal stake-holders. Working primarily within the Faculty of Health and Social Care.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE MSc Corporate Communication with Public Affairs. 5 years’ experience.

Kate Yuill Aberdeen & Grampian Policy & Communications Chamber of CommerceManager Greenhole Place Bridge of Don Aberdeen AB23 8EU


Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) is North-east Scotland’s leadingprivate sector, member focused, business organisation. Kate has overall responsibilityfor all the Chamber’s communications and media liaison as well as Public Affairs and the Chamber’s policy unit and is editor of Business Bulletin.


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Aberdeen College Grace Grimshaw 19

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce Stacey Ashworth 4 Seona Shand 43 Louise Shankley 43 Andrew Spence 46 Kim Stephen 47 Neil Watson 50 Kirsty Webster 51 Kate Yuill 51

Aberdeen International Youth Festival Angela Michael 32

Aberdeen Performing Arts Joyce Summers 48

Aberdeenshire Council Katy Jones 22 Neil Moir 34 Aberlour Child Care Trust Marie-Claire Jones 22

AECC Steven Daun 12 Anna Mackenzie 26 Sarah Robertson 41 Victoria Withy 51 ACE Winches Lisa Douglas 13 Aker Solutions Kay Newton 36

Alan's Magic Events Alan Innes 21

ANM Group Ltd Bob Dow 14

ASCO Lyndsey Macdonald 25 Louise Waddell 50

Atlas Interactive Simone Barnett 4 Stewart Buchanan 9 Michelle Farquhar 15 Paul Greene 18

AVC Media Enterprises Ltd Jamie Baikie 4 Susan Barrie 5 Sarah Bremner 8 Spencer Buchan 8 Alaina Donald 13 Rob Hancock 19 Sam Longmire 25 Gina McLennan 30 Gregor Matheson 32 Rob Meadows 32 Barrie Milne 32 Jacqui Scott 43 Lynsey Shepherd 44 Stacey Strachan 48 Stacey Summers 48 Michael Thomson 49 Ross Thomson 49 Balmoral Group Ltd Steve Gibb 17 Ewen Milne 33

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BG Group Dawn Campbell 10

BIG Partnership (The) Ross Anderson 3 Katy Campbell 10 Zoe Corsi 11 Rebecca Cox 12 Katrina Dunbar 14 Anna Duthie 14 Vicky Florence 16 Jennifer Gibson 17 Alan Gorham 17 Karen Grant 18 Laura Grant 18 Shona Hendry 20 Stacey Horne 21 Dave Macdermid 25 Eilidh McCluskie 27 Victoria Miller 32 Gayle Nicol 37 Rob Smith 46

Birseland Media Frieda Morrison 35

BIS Salamis Leeanne Donaldson 13

Bread PR Linzie Carson 11 Sue Fay 15 Jenni Lane 24 Leona Minellas 34 Susan Nickalls 36 Louise Nicolson 37

Bernando Rodriguez-Salcedo 42

Chevron Upstream Europe Lauren Hillis 21

CLAN Joan Cowie 11

ConocoPhillips Sandra Duncan 14

Consultant Lisa Rutherford 42

Cornerstone Community Care Jodie Buchan 9 Lisette Knight 23

Lesley Davidson Marketing Lesley Davidson 13

Design for Business John Brown 8

Ernst & Young Jill Simpson 45

Exceed (LTD) Sarah Dixon 13

EXPRO North Sea Iain Forbes MacDuff Fraser 16

Fifth Ring Phil Allan 3 Lisa Arnold 4 Hannah Blewitt 7 Andrew Bradshaw 7 Emma Gordon 17 Rhea Hussey 21 Lynne McIlroy 29 Marcus McLernon 31 Florence Tullo 50

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Fifth Business (The) Lynne Anderson 3 Lynne Harvey 20 Fiona Lindsay 25 Samantha Silvers 44 Eliza Stevenson 47

Frasermedia Rachel Kelly 23 Leigh-Ann Rogie 42

Friends of ANCHOR Debbie Booth 7 Sarah-Jane Milne 33

Graduates Esther Gbabo-Hunter 16 ChiChi Nwosu 37 Bukola Olawuwo 37 Titilopemi Owoyemi 37

Grampian Housing Association Sandra MacIntyre 26

Granite PR Lesley Eaton 15 Brett Jackson 22 Andrew McGowan 29 Anne Smith 45 Sam Thom 49

Initiative 2 Kenneth MacKay 26

Innes Associates Ian McLaren 30

Inspire Zoe Barbour 5 Paul Brannan 7 Fiona Poustie 39

ITF Megain Lawson 24 Ashleigh Martin 31

James Hutton Institute (The) Jane Lund 25

Johnston Carmichael Claire Milton 33 Sarah Robertson 41

Limetree Eileen Mauchline 31

Lloyd's Register Kelly Morrison 35

M&M Media Judy Mackie 27

Macphie of Glenbervie Karen Scott 42 Jennifer Urquhart 50

Ken McEwen Public Relations Ken McEwen 28

Mackenzie PR | Covey McCormick Paul Beaton 6 Dave Bell 6 Stuart Clark 11 Alexander Darlington 12 Steve Edwards 15 Kirstin Gove 18 Neil Haston 20 Charlotte Jordan 23 Calum Kennedy 23 Morven Mackenzie 26 Laura McCombie 28 Kevin McCormick 28 Malcolm McGee 28 Eilidh Morrison 35 Raymond Morrison 35 Lynne Paterson 38 Scott Reid 41 Ashley Ross 42 Susanne Shepherd 44 Coral Smith 46

NHS Grampian Kevin McKinnon 30 Marka Rifat 41 Kimberley Thain 49

Paradox/Digital Media Design Ian Caie 9 Ross Fraser 16 Karla Hall 19 Neil McIver 30 Keiran Smart 45 David Stewart 48

Presentation Business (The) George Adam 3

Proserv Lauren Strachan 47

Robert Gordon University Karen Barrett-Ayres 5 Katie Begg 5 Kate Blake 6 Gail Caie 9 Lynsey Cumming 12 Sarah Grieve 19 Barbara Jones 22 Madeleine Marcella 31 Lorraine Pitman 39 Jeannie Price 40 Jonathan Shackleton 43 Kay Shelby-James 44 Martyn Spence 46 Andrew Youngson 51

Roselle Charlotte McIntosh 29

Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms DMO John Carnie 10

Self Employed Pauline Smith 46

Shell International Steve Harris 20

Shell UK Fiona Bayne 5 Helene Campbell 10 Dawn Flett 16 Diana Muriel 36 John Raine 40

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SHMU FM Nikki Morris 34

Subsea 7 Victoria Smart 45

Sure Public Relations Stephen Rafferty 40

TAQA Britani Ltd Sian Mutch 36

Technip Claire Mackinnon 27 Lisa Mitchell 34 Claire Strachan 47

Tricker PR Beverley Tricker 50

Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions (UK) Ltd Denise Petrie 38

Union Square Aberdeen Lesley McIntyre 29

University of Aberdeen Sue Bird 6 Alexander Godfrey Brown 8 Shaunagh Kirby 24 Joanne Milne 33 Jennifer Phillips 38 Kelly Potts 39

Weber Shandwick Natalie Buxton 9 Sarah Durno 14 Kirsty Grierson 19 Marion Jones 23 Milena Pribic 39 Ashley Shearer 43

William Wilson Dave Reid 41

Wood Group Joanna Pirie 38

Work on Words Robert McAllister 27

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