I'm a creative problem-solver with over 20 years’ experience in marketing, communications, public relations, and media relations as part of award-winning teams across B2B, public sector and third sector. I’m passionate about creating content that works for diverse audiences, drawing on experience with a royal charity focused on disability issues and an international technology company, as well as boutique agencies and as a freelance consultant. I love telling stories that showcase a strong vision and connect with people, and I enjoy helping people who may communicate differently to tell their stories. I value mentoring and have led small teams, and I’m proud to have driven MERU’s toy accessibility project to £100k+ in sales by sourcing suitable toys, launching a family-focused social media and PR campaign, and building a new retail website to sell them directly.

Alistair Pulling-Smith

I'm a creative problem-solver with over 20 years’ experience in marketing, communications, public relations, and media relations as part of award-winning teams across B2B, public sector and third sector. I’m passionate about creating content that works for diverse audiences, drawing on experience with a royal charity focused on disability issues and an international technology company, as well as boutique agencies and as a freelance consultant. I love telling stories that showcase a strong vision and connect with people, and I enjoy helping people who may communicate differently to tell their stories. I value mentoring and have led small teams, and I’m proud to have driven MERU’s toy accessibility project to £100k+ in sales by sourcing suitable toys, launching a family-focused social media and PR campaign, and building a new retail website to sell them directly.

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I’m a creative problem-solver with over 20 years’ experience in marketing, communications, public relations, and media relations as part of award-winning teams across B2B, public sector and third sector. I’m passionate about creating content that works for diverse audiences, drawing on experience with a royal charity focused on disability issues and an international technology company, as well as boutique agencies and as a freelance consultant.

I love telling stories that showcase a strong vision and connect with people, and I enjoy helping people who may communicate differently to tell their stories. I value mentoring and have led small teams, and I’m proud to have driven MERU’s toy accessibility project to £100k+ in sales by sourcing suitable toys, launching a family-focused social media and PR campaign, and building a new retail website to sell them directly.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing & PR Consultant at WNV Systems Ltd
February 1, 2025 - Present
Commissioned to help launch a patented internal trailer wash system; generated numerous sales leads; retained to refresh brand, brochures and online presence; ongoing marketing and PR support.
Public Relations and Communications Manager (Interim) at Housing Solutions - Not-for-profit Social Housing
February 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Led the communications team with a focus on social media and in-house publications.
Self-Employed Marketing & PR Consultant
April 1, 2023 - Present
Content creation for clients including marketing, public relations, video production, Matterport 3D scans, copywriting, podcast production and other website management.
Creative Content Manager (EMEA) at Technological Innovations Group (TIG) - Tech B2B Wholesale
February 1, 2020 - April 1, 2023
Evolved to create and commission online marketing materials including video, webinars, podcasts, VR walkthroughs and social media; produced a virtual reality online showroom with IT team.
PR and Digital Media Manager (EMEA) at Technological Innovations Group (TIG) - Tech B2B Wholesale
August 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Managed media and public relations for Crestron in Europe, the Middle East and Africa; led media relations and produced corporate video at ISE.
Press and Media Manager at Queen Elizabeth's Foundation for Disabled People (QEF)
December 1, 2013 - August 1, 2019
Handled press/PR, managed websites and social media (including paid social and MERU retail ecommerce); conducted media-buying and supported fundraising with above/below-the-line marketing; engaged in political lobbying and public affairs; edited and produced the organization’s external magazine; crisis management communications.
Account Manager / Director at Loop PR - PR Agency
December 1, 2010 - December 1, 2013
Account management and director role for clients including Zipcar, Reliance Security, Excello Law, Ohyo, Extenso Music, LC Energy, LoveSpace, Farnborough College of Technology, The Brain Tumour Trust, Alumno Developments, and more; freelance work in music and film sectors.
PR Manager at ThumbsUp! - Toy and Gadget Wholesale
June 1, 2008 - December 1, 2010
Earned-media promotions; secured licensing opportunities with Transformers, Batman and the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Communications Executive at Waverley Borough Council - Public Sector
February 1, 2005 - June 1, 2008
Press office and communications; housing campaigns; wrote and photographed for council magazine; supported communications for local plan and corporate strategy.

Education

Fellowship at Royal Society of Arts
February 9, 2024
BA (Hons) English at King Alfred's College Winchester
September 9, 1994 - April 10, 1997

Qualifications

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
February 9, 2024
Open University
BA (Hons) English
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (MCIPR)
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution