Pete Goold

Having co-founded Punch Communications in 2003, Pete has seventeen years experience in Global Public Relations - and an enviable base of media contacts in highly diverse sectors. He is a passionate evangelist about the evolution of PR to encompass both Search (SEO) and Social Media. 

Pete's communications expertise spans Consumer, Corporate, Trade and Business-to-Business sectors, having devised and managed national and international media campaigns for global blue-chip businesses – such as Microsoft, Direct Line, Boeing & Sony PlayStation, each of which has taken advantage of his talent for clear and concise communication. Moreover, Pete has considerable experience and personal passion for the technology sector having launched and nurtured some of the UK’s most successful internet brands through the European dotcom boom - including FT.com, Excite, LetsBuyIt and lastminute.com.

As a long-time fan of social media on a personal basis, Pete has developed techniques that tap into the skills of the PR industry to tell stories that other social users wish to engage with - culminating in Punch client Sony Ericsson, being the most engaged brand on Facebook in the world, according to AllFacebook.com, in September 2011. From the early days of LinkedIn to the latest developments in Google+, Pete's continues to uncover communication opportunities presented by an ever-changing social media landscape.

With PR ideally suited to the task of link building, and link building a core element of any successful SEO strategy, Pete has developed techniques to utilise PR skills, in terms of the creation, distribution and syndication of content that is aligned to PR activity, which continue to make a significant difference to client's ranking in search engines. 

As well as collaborating on the Punch blog, Pete also writes at www.petegoold.com.  

Philip Keightley

Having joined Punch Communications in October 2007, Philip has 10 years experience in the media industry incorporating a blend of skills gained across the advertising, publishing and public relations sectors, representing high profile brands such as British Airways and Sony Ericsson.

An experienced Account Director at Punch, Philip has led on numerous client accounts across the off and online PR, Search and Social Media disciplines, providing client council, consultation and execution of campaigns across diverse business sectors including digital technology, social media, b2b, b2c, and property & construction.

Past and current clients include Reality Digital, Qype, Redbox Digital and Bowmer & Kirkland Group.

Emma Goold

Emma’s background is in corporate and consumer public relations having started her career in-house at the European headquarters of Microsoft in Paris. This role armed her with a wide range of senior business and consumer press contacts and invaluable experience of crisis management, corporate social responsibility campaigns, event management and media liaison.

Having moved into agency work, Emma has also had the enviable task of working with many household lifestyle brands such as Virgin Radio, Virgin Mobile and the world’s largest online dating company Match.com.

In addition to her role at Punch, Emma launched a thriving Brighton-based design agency Belle Etoile in January 2003 and was recognised as one of four Young Designers of the Year by the Greetings Card Industry association in October 2003, demonstrating her creativity.

Ben Leuty

Ben joined Punch in September 2007 following five years living and working in London.

Having built up a broad range of experience across many vertical sectors, Ben has the ability to understand and promote anything from complex business structures through to mass consumer products.

Out of work Ben is a keen golfer and an avid armchair sports fan. Unfortunately born a supporter of Derby County, Ben relies on Leicester Tigers bringing sporting success home.

Alex Smith

Alex joined Punch Communications in March 2009 to manage digital media and online PR within campaigns at Punch.

Having graduated with a degree in media, Alex successfully completed an internship with a global agency based in Brussels, working on clients such as Ingram Micro, Bluetooth and Dow Chemicals.

Outside work, Alex is a keen sports fan, playing football as much as possible. He also likes to rock climb, and looks to hit the wall as often as he can.

James Ryder

James joined the Punch team in September 2010 as a 'creative technologist' marrying together his twin passions to help Punch further re-define the boundaries of what a contemporary PR Agency should offer to its clients.

From website, to apps, to traditional, code-led Search Engine Marketing that complements the Punch team's off-site search activities, James' brings 15 years of digital experience to the new role, further strengthening Team Geek, the inner digital team of the agency.

Before Punch, James worked as a digital creative in Advertising shaping the digital output of clients in diverse sectors such as Marine and Financials and with start-ups brands. Prior to this James worked in television with both the BBC and independents as Director working on documentaries.

Outside of the Agency James can be found on the Lymington sea wall, cycling and following the fortunes of Bath Rugby.

George Guildford

George joined Punch in November 2010 as an Account Manager utilising over 6 years marketing and PR experience working within the music industry.

With a focus on integrating both traditional PR and social media to create effective and engaging campaigns, George has worked alongside a wide range of PR and music management companies to maximise the promotion, launch, and development of new and emerging artists and labels across both the UK and the US.

Outside of Punch George runs the Beachtapes music blog and label, heads to the cinema as much as possible, follows the NFL, and skis when he can.

Erica Whiteman

Erica has over 11 years experience marketing and promoting music to the masses at Sony Music and Lout Events. She moved to the UK from New York where she developed Rockstarhelper, a music pr and management company for start up indie bands.

Outside of work, Erica can be found baking , spending time with her family and searching ebay for bargains to turn her house into a set out of Mad Men.

Emilie Legrand

Emilie joined Punch Communications in April 2010 as a Junior Account Executive.

After graduating from the University of Leicester with a degree in Sociology, Emilie went on to carry out a number of successful PR internships in London.

Emilie is a self-confessed shopaholic who enjoys nothing more than a catch up with her friends at the local pub. With a father living in America and a brother on the other side of the country, Emilie enjoys spending as much time with her family as possible, often integrating it with a skiing trip or a visit to her French relatives.

Will Davis

Will joined Punch in May 2010 as a Junior Account Executive.

Since graduating from Queen Mary University, London with a degree in Film Studies and History, Will has gained practical experience in the film and television industry. This includes experience with production houses in London, as well as running for a documentary of a music festival in Malawi, Africa.

Out of work, Will is a passionate rugby fan, watching and attending Leicester Tigers games where possible. If there isn't a game on, he's probably adding to his film collection.

Keredy Andrews

Keredy joined Punch in June 2010 after gaining a wide range of communications and events coordination experience, primarily in the public sector.

Her work at The University of Northampton, a Government body and a local authority has included media relations and campaign management as well as being responsible for internal communications and web content. Her undergraduate degree focused on Literature and last year completed a Masters degree in Writing and New Media.

In her spare time, Keredy enjoys reading, cooking, walking by canals and watching formula one. Her all time favourite activities are eating, sleeping and, although a rare occurrence in England, soaking up the sunshine.

Janey Marshall

Janey has previous experience within the national press and consumer magazines. Her various roles at Express Newspapers and Ipc Media ranged from Advertising Executive through to Group Advertisement Director. These roles armed her with vast experience in the management of teams, whilst also helping to establish a high profile amongst London advertising agencies.

Janey created and launched her own online business in 2006 called Basically Black, selling a wide range of black clothing to ladies. She built her customer base through both off and online PR, advertising and promotional activity, as well as email marketing and html.

Georgina Dunkley

Georgina joined Punch in January 2011 as an account director.  With over eight years’ experience in the PR industry, she has worked across the UK for a number of high-profile clients offering media relations, event management, crisis communications, strategy development and most recently, social media support.

With extensive expertise in the hospitality, motoring, property and professional services sector, Georgina has also worked closely with public sector organisations including the Department for Transport.

In her spare time, Georgina is an avid traveller and shopper and is happiest when shopping for holidays!

Gina Tunley

Gina joined Punch in February, bringing almost 13 years PR experience.

After training as a journalist Gina spent two years as a news assistant with regional news programme Central News before starting a career in PR, working her way up through the ranks at three leading Midlands full service agencies over a timeframe of more than eight years. During this time, she gained experience spanning a huge number of sectors, both business to business and consumer – and worked with many public sector organisations including housing associations, training and enterprise councils, business links and Government-funded employment initiatives.

Out of work Gina enjoys running and spending time with the family – although not at the same time!

Colin Miller

Colin joined punch in July 2011 as a Junior Account Executive.

After graduating with a degree in psychology, Colin went on to gain experience in London working to combine his passion for technology and music, helping to produce a number of successful mixed media campaigns for sporting events and advertisements.

Outside of work Colin enjoys playing and recording music, and heading to the beach whenever possible!

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