24/04/2026
What a night - still smiling after attending the inaugural CIPR Midlands Awards at the Library of Birmingham last night.
After avoiding the obstacle course that is the M6 and A38 M (an overturned lorry and two collisions causing the tailbacks), I made it just in time to settle in and sink a glass of bubbly before my opening speech (one helping to facilitate the other rather nicely).
To be recognised as a finalist in two categories alongside such talented professionals is something I don’t take lightly and I was delighted to receive the Gold award as Independent Practitioner of the Year. The Midlands is packed with exceptional PR talent, and that’s exactly why moments like this matter – they shine a light on the depth of talent we have right here in our region.
What made it even more special was sharing that moment with such fantastic people – committee members, peers and friends who continue to raise the bar for our profession every day.
As Chair of CIPR Midlands, I’ve seen first-hand the passion, commitment and sheer quality of work happening across our community. These awards were created to celebrate exactly that – and last night proved just how needed they are.
A huge thank you to everyone who made the evening possible – from sponsors to organisers, our wonderful MC, comedian and actress, Jo Enright, and, every single entrant who took the time and effort to apply.
Here’s to continuing to champion brilliant PR in the Midlands 💜
