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ABOUT US

BUILD PUBLIC RELATIONS ARE PR SPECIALISTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

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Established in 2013 by the highly experienced construction journalist and former External Affairs Director for NICEIC, Richard Pagett. 

 

Build PR has represented some of the biggest names in the construction industry and prides itself on delivering an excellent service, drawing on its clearly defined values.

 

Build PR is a small, friendly consultancy that cares about its clients and works tirelessly to give you the maximum return on your investment.

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MEET YOUR TEAM OF EXPERTS

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Richard Pagett

Founder and Managing Director – bringing years of expertise to your team.

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A strategic thinker with extensive PR and communications experience, Richard is the former deputy editor and editor of leading UK construction titles. A move to become the External Affairs Director for NICEIC (Certsure), the certification body for electrical contractors armed Richard with enviable in-house experience. His unique combination of media and brand experience enables him to deliver campaigns that help businesses achieve their strategic goals. 

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Emmie Archer

Associate Director & PR Expert

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An award winning consultant with more than 17 years’ experience in PR and journalism, Emmie began her career working for The Sun newspaper. She then moved into broadcast before making the natural progression into PR. A strong media background enables Emmie to use her extensive contacts, eagle eye for a story and understanding of cross-channel platforms to deliver outstanding campaigns.

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Sophie Stancel

Writer & Journalist

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The respected former Health Editor and feature writer for best-selling consumer magazine, Chat, Sophie is a talented journalist with a flair for content creation. Public Sector & Local Government magazine also benefited from Sophie’s direction as Editor. Her successful career in the media allows her to create exceptional content for Build PR across all platforms.

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Rich Thrift

Creative Director

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From the BBC to MTV, via Disney, Microsoft and L’Oreal, Rich has worked on campaigns for some of the most iconic brands in the world. His eye for great design and visual is reflected in the outstanding videos, advertising creative and podcasts he has produced for Build PR’s clients.

"Thanks to Richard we had lots of editorials in the top trade magazines, and lots of people have been able to read all about PipeSnug. It was a great way to get the name out there. Through the trade press we have reached installers, but also the buyers at the merchants and that is great for us. They are aware of our product as a result of the work he has done." 

 

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VALUES

VALUES
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CREATIVE

CREATIVE

We make technical issues or products come alive and capture the attention of the audience 

SAVVY

SAVVY

We know who to contact to make things happen, we know what content works

KNOWLEDGABLE

KNOWLEDGABLE

Over 20 years experience in the construction sector as journalists and PR practitioners

CONNECTED

CONNECTED

We have the contacts in the press and with influencers to make your voice heard

CONFIDENT

CONFIDENT

We believe we are the best and clients can be confident that working with Build PR achieves results 

ENGAGING

ENGAGING

People, content and results

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