WHO WE ARE

It’s the people who make Papillon. We have a great mix of personalities and expertise ready to breathe life into your communications - to help you to build, celebrate and protect your reputation. Between us we have many decades of experience and are ready to demonstrate our care and deep understanding of the sectors we work in.

    WHO WE ARE

    It’s the people who make Papillon. We have a great mix of personalities and expertise ready to breathe life into your PR campaigns and help you to build your reputation.
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      Katie Whirledge - Founder/Director

      Katie founded Papillon at her kitchen table in 2010, following 20 years’ experience as a journalist, advertising executive, copywriter and PR consultant. She’s seen and (almost!) done it all, and now divides her time between our office and being with clients all over the UK. Clients love Katie because she's commercial, confident and entirely entertaining. We love her because she’s full of energy, wisdom and has a great sense of fun and fairness. She's also super smart and will grasp the vital nuances of any situation, positive or challenging, in a heartbeat.

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      Jonathan Boddy – Crisis Communications Partner

      Jonathan is our crisis guru, a veteran who in the past 20 years has managed every scenario you could possibly imagine. As a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), Jonathan is reassuringly calm is a crisis but does a great job emulating Jeremy Paxman during media training sessions. He really knows his stuff and is absolutely at the top of his game when it comes to helping our clients to get more media savvy and professionally prepared.
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      Andrea Williams - Account Director

      Andrea is a consummate wordsmith and creative with many years of experience in the PR, marketing and design field. She likes to find the story in everything, fully understand the target audience and deliver what’s required – all with a bit of magic and common sense thrown in. She also has the tidiest workspace EVER, is a fervent stalker of bookshops the world over, and lover of dogs, her grown up kids and anything artisan or quirky, not necessarily in that order.
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      Abi Fairholm - Marketing Project Manager

      Abi has over 20 years’ experience in marketing, working across local government, charities, start-ups, education, and reward and recognition. She’s a people person to the core, driven, kind, and all about making a difference through work that matters - in total synergy with Papillon! She brings energy and heart to every project, helping clients move things forward with clarity and purpose. Outside work, she’s mum to two fierce daughters and a wonderful labrador named Hope. She’s happiest moving, whether it’s a long walk with her husband or a fitness class with her best friend.
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      Joanne Mallaber - Account Manager

      Jo brings a wealth of storytelling experience from radio and TV drama and a plethora of knowledge and skills from education, independent businesses, charities, and PR. She is always keen to understand the beating hearts of our clients and to showcase the essence of what they do and the successes they achieve. As a keen cross-fitter and runner, Jo keeps us all informed of the local fitness hubs and picturesque running routes!
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      Cheryl Morris - Account Manager

      Cheryl worked as a journalist for over 15 years and her passion is helping businesses to tell their story whether it is through their website wording, newsletters, case studies or brochures. She is an expert in tailoring key messages and stories for relevant regional, broadcast and national press to create further brand awareness and change the narrative.
      Outside of Papillon, she is the Director of her own PR company Creative Word PR and a mum. She provides us with expert insight and a fresh perspective on key campaigns.

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      Karen Cureton – Social Media Adviser

      Karen works with us as a social media adviser as well as providing training and updates for all the main social media platforms. She is able to help us with social media management, strategy and planning as needed. She has a distinguished background working for clients of all sizes.
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      Alex Cantrill-Jones - Photography / Videography

      Alex is a photographer and videographer with many years of experience and has helped us create an exceptional portfolio of engaging projects for our clients. With an intuitive understanding and gentle approach, Alex works closely with the team and our clients to craft visual narratives that immediately connect with our audiences.

      Outside of Papillon, he is the director of his own visuals company ACJ Media and a very proud Dad.

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