The Team
Joined 72Point:
1984 and again in 1989 (break to work for Today for 3 years)
What he does:
As News Editor, Andy has played a major role in the development of scores of young journalists' careers. He has also overseen many major stories, including the Fred West story and numerous Royal exclusives.
Likes:
Beer, cigarettes and pressure.
Dislikes:
Fluffy PR Bunnies.
Before 72 Point:
Andy has ink in his veins, as the son of the great Daily Mirror journalist Syd Young, he became one of the UK's youngest ever staff reporters when he landed a job on Eddy Shah's ground-breaking Today newspaper in the mid-80s. After three years with Today and having turned down a number of lucrative offers within the industry Andrew took up the offer of a partnership with SWNS.
Joined 72Point:
1984
What he does:
As Picture Editor, Paul has overseen this department's phenomenal period of progress and success over the last decade.
Likes:
Checking bank statements.
Dislikes:
Fluffy PR Bunnies.
Before 72 Point:
Joined the Bath Chronicle in 1988 as a photographer before carrying out shifts for every national newspaper.
Before 72 Point:
John has been involved in Public Relations for 20 years and oversees all facets of the running of 72Point
Joined 72Point:
September 2007
What he does:
Specialises in creative idea generation, copywriting, news generation and training.
Likes:
The buzz of a big news story, good food, Rioja and my family and friends.
Dislikes:
Taxes, sarcasm, speed cameras and Marmite.
Before 72 Point:
Doug joined SWNS from college in 1994. During his six years as a reporter with the agency he broke a string of world exclusives including the divorce of Camilla and Andrew Parker Bowles. He also worked on huge news stories such as the death of Diana Princess of Wales and the House of Horrors murders in Gloucester.
He moved to The Sun in January 2001 and in 2002 was head-hunted to run Safeway's Pro-Active PR operation. He later became senior reporter at Closer magazine before taking over as news editor of lad's mag Zoo.
Joined 72Point:
May 2001
What she does:
Harriet is a founding member of 72Point. She provides leadership to the day-to-day operations of the sales and marketing departments while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals. Harriet co-ordinates business development for all divisions of the 72Point and OnePoll Group. She oversees all client contracts.
Likes:
Prosecco, Jon Snow & Vietnam movies
Dislikes:
Corporate spiel & Raisins
Before 72 Point:
Achieved 2:1 in Media and Cultural Studies at Edinburgh University.
Joined 72Point:
March 2006
What she does:
After four years in charge of new business at 72 Point's Bristol Office, Nicky now heads up our North Soho division. Nicky oversees a host of London-based accounts and is generally responsible for the growth of the 72 Point and OnePoll Group in London.
Likes:
Poker, Reggae and the Trinidad Carnival.
Dislikes:
Horses, men that wear flip-flops and Andrew Castle.
Before 72 Point:
Managed a small telemarketing company in Bristol.
Joined 72Point:
January 2007
What he does:
Kevin manages and coordinates web and research based activities and projects for 72Point, OnePoll, YoungPoll and MumPoll as well as developing new products. Kevin is responsible for pushing the OnePoll brand globally as well as within the UK.
Likes:
Poker, Hawaii, Apple products, tennis and OnePoll.com!
Dislikes:
Middle lane drivers and rude shop assistants.
Before 72 Point:
2:1 Hons. Degree at the University Of Wales Institute Cardiff. Golf course management, leisure club management and event management.
Joined 72Point:
June 2009
What he does:
A qualified market researcher, Oliver designs and manages research projects for a host of companies and research agencies. He also develops and runs new digital communication strategies.
Likes:
Cider, Bristol and The Wurzels
Dislikes:
Swindon, Romantic Comedies, Jane Austen, Pop Music
Before 72 Point:
First Class BA Honours English degree at The University of the West of England.
Joined 72Point:
August 2010
What she does:
Heads up the creative team at the London office and is involved with working with clients to maximise their national press exposure.
Likes:
Chocolate, Sky News, Benefit make up and Ricky Boleto
Dislikes:
Brian McFadden and air conditioning
Before 72 Point:
After my degree I did a postgrad NCTJ journalism course. Then I did a couple of years working at the Essex Chronicle before venturing in to TV. I spent two years working at Five News and Sky News before moving to work on the news and features desk for ITV’s This Morning programme.
Joined 72Point:
June 2009
What she does:
Anita is responsible for gathering new business contacts and managing the client database.
Likes:
Sewing, dancing and toffee magnums.
Dislikes:
Walking and pessimistic people.
Before 72 Point:
Assistant manager at The Muset Restaurant, Bristol.
Joined 72Point:
May 2008
What she does:
Katie plays an integral role in building up the client database and is part of the energetic sales team.
Likes:
Eating.
Dislikes:
Bad manners and parsnips.
Before 72 Point:
Recently completed a course in Art and Media.
Joined 72Point:
August 2005
What he does:
Talking to clients, idea generation, account management, campaign research, data analysis and copywriting.
Likes:
Current affairs, cycling, running, mountains and icecream.
Dislikes:
Sitting down for too long, slow walkers and unnecessary noise.
Before 72 Point:
BA Honours PR degree at Bournemouth University with a placement year at 72 Point and sponsorship for the final year.
Clients:
BskyB, Biss Lancaster, Frank PR, Taylor Herring, McKenna Townsend and Hill&Knowlton
Joined 72Point:
October 2006
What she does:
Account management, liaising with clients and writing news copy.
Likes:
Take That, Speedway, football, F1 and One Tree Hill.
Dislikes:
Flying and multi-storey car parks.
Before 72 Point:
Gemma worked as a local newspaper reporter where she went on to complete a Diploma in Journalism. As the only reporter on a weekly newspaper in Somerset she was solely responsible for chasing stories and writing page-ready news copy to strict deadlines.
Clients:
Halifax, Travelodge, Ketchum, Teletext, Primal PR and Ceres PR
Joined 72Point:
September 2002
What she does:
As 72 Point’s most senior and longest serving account manager, Emma specialises in Parenting, Finance, Lifestyle, Health and Beauty.
Likes:
Singing, Children, Cake, Tall people, Illy coffee
Dislikes:
People who are constantly on a diet, men that shave their bodies, PEOPLE WHO DON’T MAKE TEA.
Before 72 Point:
7 years In-house PR experience - having joined Hill House Hammond Press Office after University Emma quickly became responsible for generating coverage in national, regional and trade press. She also became the face of the company internally; writing and running a successful internal communications course - teaching more than 3,000 staff members.
Clients:
Camelot, Bounty, TheBabyWebsite, Tiger White, Allianz Cornhill, Esure & Honda
Joined 72Point:
June 2001
What she does:
Initially brought on to develop new accounts, Mary now heads up the company\'s northern division.
Likes:
Jewelry - especially diamonds and pearls (shame she can\'t afford them), wine, James Bond movies, politics, shoes and handbags.
Dislikes:
Pretentious intellectuals, Big Brother, bad language and bad manners
Before 72 Point:
After completing a BA Hons from London University in History, Mary worked in Sales/Marketing and PR or KP Foods in London. She was then promoted to HQ United Biscuits working in National Accounts.
Moving on to Esselte Letraset to work in International Publicity, after 3 years she joined WH Smith Group working in Sales and Marketing where she continued to be successful. After taking time out to have three beautiful boys, Mary resumed her career in 2001 when she joined 72 Point.
