Month: November 2005

TV presenter fronts DM PR campaign

Marketing Week

The Direct Marketing Association (DMA) has launched a charm offensive fronted by former BBC Watchdog presenter Alice Beer, in an attempt to change people’s perceptions of the industry. The campaign launches this week and sees Beer interviewed on BBC and ITV. She will also appear on dedicated website mydm.co.uk, which features the DMA’s new consumer […]

Home Office plans student crime assault

Marketing Week

The Home Office is launching an ad campaign in a bid to make students more aware of crime. The campaign, created by Rainey Kelly Campbell Roalfe/Y&R, will include radio spots and six-sheet posters, and will also target bars and student unions. The ads break this month and will focus on helping students avoid theft. It […]

Beechwood scoops Tele2 UK business

Marketing Week

Beechwood has been handed the integrated advertising account for Swedish telecoms company Tele2. The agency won the business following a pitch that began in September (MW September 15). It is understood that Beechwood will produce outdoor and press advertising for Tele2, as well as a direct marketing campaign. Tele2 had no retained agency in the […]

RPM appointed by Diageo

Marketing Week

RPM has been appointed by Diageo to handle an experiential promotion campaign for Smirnoff Experience music events. The agency won the business following a pitch against Sledge, Exposure and incumbent KLP.

Gyro International appointed by Moss Bros

Marketing Week

Gyro International has been appointed by Moss Bros to support the company’s extensive UK expansion plans. Moss Bros will be opening new stores across the UK next year, and Gyro has been charged with getting people into the new outlets.