Richard Medley

I've built my advisory career on the spirit of the 'what if?' question. And having led strategic and creative agencies for 20 years, from UK HQs of international hubs to independent set ups, I understand what works and what doesn't work - for growth times, for challenging periods and for a focus on the sale and exit. Agency MD and leadership roles have included Publicis Consultants, Porter Novelli, Frank, Wild Card and Nexus. I now run my own consultancy and currently advise boards of multiple agencies, large retail corporates and smart start up entrepreneurs on all aspects of business rigour, communications challenges, working culture and smart reading of the room. What you gain with me as partner is a deep dive strategist, a creative spirit, and a practical fixer & thinker. I also bring a trusted network of partners, collaborators, and smart brains to the table, collected over time and with shared experiences. I help you focus on your ownable value, help you win in the often blurred economy and agency space, and find the time you know you don’t have to bring positive challenge when you can’t see the wood for the trees. I have always been a hands-on leader, so I understand what's important for people throughout the agency, how team dynamics help you win at all levels, and what the difference is between making noise and adding value. PR Week has described me in their Power Book as a 'canny agency veteran'. I like to think that means i can be valuable when you have those 5 coffees needed before 11AM problems, as well as for the longer-term planning.