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For this year’s International Women's Day, we’re amplifying the voices of the next generation of women in the workplace.   Our panel featured incredible women under 30 from across Accordience, sharing their experiences, challenges, and the role of cultural backgrounds in shaping careers. Most importantly, we’re highlighting how women can uplift and stand in solidarity with each other.   A big thank you to Dora Foo (CDR), Sreshta Kondapaneni (Cirkle), Jeanne Mah (CDR), Isobel Dickenson (Red), Karolína Skuciusová (Grayling) and expertly moderated by Amelia Elson (Grayling).   💡 Key Takeaways from Our Speakers: 🔹 Confidence isn't about knowing the answer but asking the right questions.  🔹 Too often we can feel like an outsider when moving somewhere new. Our cultural backgrounds can shape our self-worth, embracing them makes us stronger.  🔹 The growth of women in sport proves that when given space, we thrive. These conversations are powerful, and brands are seeing the value of representation.  🔹 It's imperative to feel empowered in the moment and be proud of our successes, it makes all the difference. 🔹 Kind words, small acts of kindness, and empathy go a long way. Self-doubt is natural, but with the right support from colleagues, we can face it head-on.  🔹 Social media is a powerful tool to build community and connect women worldwide.   Our biggest takeaway? Don't overthink it and trust your gut. Your voice is valued.   #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay CDR (Citigate Dewe Rogerson) Grayling Cirkle Red Consultancy

Blandification happens when brands strip back their identity so much that they lose all personality. The irony? It’s an expensive mistake! Join our panel of experts including Head of Studio, Dom Desmond and Senior Designer, Christina C. of Humble Mavericks and Debbie Epstein, Marketing Director at THIS™, 100% plant-based food disruptor, as we discuss: 🆔 What happens when a brand strips back their identity so much that they lose all personality?   💷 Why blandification can cost brands more in the long run with businesses pouring money into fixing what they’ve lost?   🌟 How bold, memorable branding is making a comeback and what it takes to stand out today?     🔗 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e84StuJ7 #Design #Branding #Blandification

🌟 Grayling Named One of Europe's Best PR Agencies by PRovoke Media 🌟   2024 was a standout year for Grayling. Our success is built on seamless collaboration across our CEE teams, strong client relationships, and the agility to navigate shifting market dynamics.   A huge thank you to PRovoke Media for the nomination — we’re looking forward to the awards ceremony in April!   #CEE #Europe #PR #StrategicCommunications

Across the UK, women are driving innovation in science and technology. Two cabinet ministers — Science and Tech Secretary Peter Kyle MP and Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens MP met with female engineers and leaders who work for our client, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., to hear how they’ve built careers in the vital semiconductor industry.   💡 Sinead Inson leads 200+ staff as Senior Manufacturing Manager, having worked her way up from an operator role. 💡 Neringa Markeviciute now heads the Test Group, pioneering new techniques after starting as an operator. 💡 Puteri Nurdiana Ruslan played a key role in production innovation, progressing from graduate to engineer in just two years.   It was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the incredible female engineers behind one of the most advanced manufacturing processes in the world. #STEM #CreatingAdvantage #WomenInSTEM #InternationalWomensDay

💜 Mind the Confidence Gap this #IWD 💜   A recent study by Career Development Institute found that 79% of women feel a lack of confidence at work, compared to 62% of men. This isn’t just about fairness, it’s a crucial factor for economic growth. When women can fully embrace their potential, the entire workforce benefits from greater productivity and innovation.   In part two of our Q&A series for IWD, we asked the women of Grayling Global about the behaviours they’ve had to unlearn to build confidence, and the moments when they feel the most empowered in the workplace. #InternationalWomensDay #CreatingAdvantage #Confidence #Leadership

🎙️ Our International Women’s Day Podcast is LIVE! 🎙️ Did you know that, at the current rate, women won’t reach pay parity with men until 2158? And that 40% of countries have seen gender equality stagnate or go backwards since 2018? We’re not there, we’re not even close. In some ways, we’re moving backwards.   That’s why this International Women's Day, Grayling’s Vantage Point is tackling the hard truths in our latest episode. Bauer Media Group's Chief Creative Officer and Entertainment Editor at ITV, lucie cave, Grazia’s Digital Director, Rebecca Holman, and Grayling’s UK CEO, Heather Blundell dive into the backlash against DE&I, how businesses must rethink their approach to diversity, and why getting the right voices in the room isn’t just a moral issue, it’s essential for business success. 🎧 Listen now:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eweG47Gn Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/eh2k9Y9f #CreatingAdvantage #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay #DEI #Media #GenderEquality #GenderParity #Leadership

Grayling UK has been named one of PRovoke Media’s 50 Best Public Relations Agencies in the UK! This prestigious list is entirely merit-based, recognising firms that stand out for exceptional work, innovation, workplace culture, and industry leadership. We’re incredibly proud of this achievement and look forward to celebrating at the EMEA SABRE Awards ceremony on 2nd April. A huge thank you to our talented team and amazing clients who make this possible! #CreatingAdvantage #PRExcellence #SABREAwardsEMEA

In part one of our International Women's Day Q&A series 🌍, we asked the incredible women of Grayling across our global network: What’s the best advice you’ve received from a female colleague? Here’s what they had to say! 💡   Stay tuned for next week’s responses!   #IWD #CreatingAdvantage #InternationalWomensDay

We are incredibly proud to be featured in the top 10 of PRWeek UK’s Power Book 2025 of Corporate and City rankings! A huge congratulations to Sarah Scholefield, CEO of Accordience Group, Heather Blundell, UK CEO at Grayling and Richard Jukes, Global CEO of Grayling, for this well-deserved recognition, which highlights the incredible leadership and expertise driving our success. Read more here via PRWeek here: https://lnkd.in/dcpDH-tj #PowerBook2025 #PRLeadership #CorporateComms 

We're delighted to share that PRWeek UK's Power Book 2025 features five of Grayling's fantastic talent, who continue to shape the industry with their leadership and insight. Read more from Richard Jukes, Heather Blundell, Nathan Kemp, Alan Boyd-Hall and Joey Jones here: https://lnkd.in/eDgzwZcz