Black in White available now!

Sharing experiences of racism to illuminate the issues

December 2020: My first book of poems, Black in White, is available now! It describes some of my experiences of working in the corporate world for over 25 years. As often the most senior UK-based black team member in the companies where I've worked, I have encountered both overt and covert racism. I have tended not to speak about this; no one wants to cry 'racism' at every real or imagined slight. But it chips away at you, and can affect your progress and performance over time. With the strength of feeling engendered by George Floyd's killing, the time is ripe for us to speak up about our experiences of racism, and so I have chosen to share my stories. Some may make for uncomfortable reading. But these stories need to be told, and I hope they will help those who need it on the journey to understanding and change. Available from www.blackinwhiteservices.co.uk.

Coming soon!

Experiences of racism in the corporate world

August 2020: How sad that it's taken the death of George Floyd to give some of us the courage to speak out about the experiences of racism we have experienced! In my forthcoming book, I use the medium of poetry to share some of my experiences. Read more in my blog post below, and look out for my book in the coming weeks...

It's a win!

Extending our services into EDI consultancy

August 2020: Working in partnership with Nelson Mandela's god-daughter, we have just won a contract providing equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) consultancy services to a business that is looking to up their game in this arena. Having taken an honest look at themselves through an EDI lens, they appreciate the strategic value of a diverse workforce and are taking steps to make this happen.  Commendable, given all that's happening in the world today.

Hello again...

Feeling inspired to take on new challenges

April 2020: Can't believe it's been 2 years since we updated you on our news! It's been brilliant, as we've continued to add new clients to our roster and build the business. Notwithstanding the challenges of recent months, we are excited about the future and ready to embrace new opportunities. #FeelingInspired!    

June 2017: It's always great to win awards, and the latest that I can lay claim to was for the 8th Annual Transform Europe Awards with FleishmanHillard Fishburn, who won Gold in the Best Visual Identity from the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Sector in April. It was for the World Health Organization, who needed a strong, iconic branding solution to bring a very serious issue to life throughout a multifaceted campaign. Credits: James Beveridge, Ami Swift, Charlotte Shyllon, Jennifer Hooper, Abigail Epstein.  Read the story on FHF's website at: http://fhflondon.co.uk/2017/04/fleishmanhillard-fishburn-wins-transform-europe-awards/

May 2017: Transforming Words in a strategic partnership with another agency has just won a competitive pitch for a two-year project with the world's largest UN health agency. The work will involve providing strategic consultancy in relation to the development and piloting of a new technical package, and producing a range of assets for use on traditional and social media.

May 2017: We have just been appointed to work with a medcomms agency that is looking to expand its offering to include public relations-led activities. This progressive firm recognises that clients want added value services that maximise their return on investment. We are excited about partnering with our client on this venture to unlock new business opportunities.