Business Breakfast: Harrogate marketing agency appoints new director

A Harrogate marketing and communications agency has appointed a new director.

The Big Bamboo, which is based at Windsor House, has hired Lynsey Holley-Matthews as its new marketing and communications director.

Ms Holley-Matthews, who has 20 years experience in the industry, will join the firm’s senior leadership team.

Nicola Stamford, the company’s owner and founding director, said: 

“I am delighted that we have attracted someone of Lynsey’s calibre to join the business.

“Her primary focus will be on ensuring we continue to look after, add value to and nurture our existing client base, whilst also supporting me with a very targeted business development approach to bringing in new clients that fit within our portfolio.”

Ms Holley-Matthews said:

“Nicola and I ‘met’ on LinkedIn. I had already accepted another role, but hearing Nicola’s passion as she talked about the agency, the team and the future aspirations for the company, I was excited about the opportunity put in front of me.”

Harrogate sweets company acquires Mr Stanley’s brand

A Harrogate sweets company has acquired a former confectionary brand which was based in the town.

Serious Sweets Company, which is based at Hornbeam Park, has taken on the Mr Stanley’s brand, which specialises in handcrafted fudge with flavours such as ‘Fudge Ahoy’ a creamy caramel & sea salted fudge and ‘Mighty Malted’.

Mr Stanley's specialises in fudge.

Mr Stanley’s specialises in fudge.

The brand was first introduced in Harrogate 15 years ago and has been owned by a London confectionery wholesaler for a number of years.

Mr Stanleys has recently secured listings with Selfridges & Co, Liberty of London as well as a number of premium independent retailers across the UK.

The Serious Sweets Company now plans to “bring it home to the foodie county of Yorkshire”. 

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Business Breakfast: Harrogate agency appointed to oversee London real estate PR

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A Harrogate marketing agency has been appointed to oversee communications for a London real estate firm.

Boultbee Brooks has hired The Big Bamboo Agency, which is based at Windsor House, to handle its marketing activity, including social media management, strategic communications and public relations.

The London firm manages both commercial and residential properties across the UK.

James Whitcher, managing director at Boultbee Brooks, said: 

“We were impressed by the work accomplished for one of our properties and with Big Bamboo’s expertise in the property and energy industry, they are the ideal partner for us.”

Nicola Stamford, founding director at Big Bamboo, said: 

“We look forward to continuing working with James and the team, as our relationship with Boultbee grows.

“As Boultbee Brooks is already an established leader in its field, we have the fantastic role of amplifying the brand even further.”

Harrogate estate agents agrees cricket club sponsorship

Harrogate estate agent Verity Frearson has agreed to sponsor Harrogate Cricket Club’s junior boys’ side.

The firm, which is based on Albert Street, has reached a three-year deal with the club.

(Left) Verity Frearson's Matthew Stamford with Austin Smirthwaite and Henry Yallup and HCC co-chair Steve Clark.

(Left) Verity Frearson’s Matthew Stamford with Austin Smirthwaite and Henry Yallup and HCC co-chair Steve Clark.

As part of the agreement, the Verity Frearson logo will feature across the boys shirts and advertising banners will be in place at the St Georges Road Cricket Ground.

Matthew Stamford, director at Verity Frearson, said:

“As a business we’ve always been keen to support grass roots sports within our town, so when we heard that the junior boys section at Harrogate Cricket Club were looking for sponsorship we were happy to get involved. 

“The whole ethos at Harrogate Cricket Club fits in really well with the Verity Frearson brand. Their inclusive attitude and family-friendly following is right up our street.”

Steve Clark, co-chair at Harrogate Cricket Club, said: 

“We are really grateful for the support of Verity Frearson enabling the club to continue to support and grow a thriving junior boys section.

“Verity Frearson’s commitment to the junior boys section means we can now purchase additional cricket equipment and further invest in the boys’ training.”

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