The Homes and Communities Agency (formerly English Partnerships) : 2003 : present

Role: Director of the English Partnerships account for WPR until October 2007, ongoing consultancy role from 2007 to date.

This role is all encompassing.

Milestone has masterminded and implemented HCA's stakeholder engagement programme which includes production of written material, managing speaker opportunities and coordination of an events programme.

Working closely with the HCA's internal Communications Manager, Milestone PR supports and guides the agency on its many schemes and new areas of activity in the West Midlands region. The PR strategy includes research and development of editorial opportunities, press briefings with regional director Paul Spooner and his senior team, copy writing for local, business and trade press and assisting the production of marketing collateral including presentations and launch documentation.

“Over the past six years, under Sue’s direction, WPR has demonstrated a great understanding of the industry and of this area, both from her local contacts and wider knowledge of the property and construction sector.  They have created good opportunities for us in both the trade press and, critically for perception among our local stakeholders, the regional business and property publications.  Particular skills include well informed copy writing, media relations and event organisation. They are definitely an asset to our business.”