The Connected Agency
Specialist B2B PR and marketing services agency for telecoms, data networking and technology brands.
Your world,
our expertise.
There's a reason we focus on B2B marketing for telecoms, data networking, and technology brands. Through our sharp industry focus, we are better connected to the media, closer to the influencers that matter most and always have our finger on the industry’s pulse.
Smart strategies. Powerful results.
We believe in the power of campaigns that are connected by design. Blending strategists, story-tellers, digital experts and content creators, our diverse team ensures that everything we do drives measurable impact and real business growth.
More than an agency—a trusted partner.
We don’t just work for clients—we work with them. By understanding your challenges, aligning with your goals and always going the extra mile, we work hard to be a valued, integral part of your team.

James Page
CEO
James has over 26 years’ experience in PR and digital communications, working in both in-house and agency roles. During that time he has been lucky to work with B2B clients large and small in all parts of the world - from Seattle to Washington, London to Moscow, Istanbul to Riyadh and many parts in between. He has worked across a variety of B2B vertical sectors including transport, finance, utilities, defence and, of course, tech.
He remains as passionate as ever about helping clients to develop and execute strategic communications campaigns that deliver real and lasting value. As CEO, he is committed to ensuring all clients receive a fantastic ‘proactive’ service and to making sure Proactive International PR continues to be a great place to work.
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James Shortland
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
As CFO of Proactive International PR Ltd, James brings over 15 years of experience in finance, including time spent working with international banks and publishing companies focusing on the satellite sector.
He plays a key role in shaping the company’s financial direction, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day financial operations.

Simon Shortland
Multimedia Solutions Director
Bringing 17 years’ experience to the Proactive video team, Simon has filmed and edited for a multitude of clients all over the world. From product demonstrations and animations to punchy interviews and in-depth case studies, Simon can film it all – and when he isn’t behind the camera, he can be called on for help with any tech-related problem. Outside of Proactive PR, Simon is a family man with two children and a keen golfer.

Jayne Brooks
Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer (CMSO)
Jayne trained and worked as a journalist before discovering the fascinating world of B2B tech PR. Her 11-plus years' PR experience spans a wide breadth of clients, from global standards bodies to satellite start-ups.
Jayne is responsible for executing strategic initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and driving market leadership. She is committed to outstanding client delivery and operating at the forefront of PR and digital marketing.
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Conor Woodhall
Head of Digital PR
With an honour’s degree in Advertising and Marketing and over 8+ years of industry experience in social media and events marketing, Conor is our gatekeeper and guru for all thing’s social media!
When he’s not strategising with clients about their online social presence or building out marketing campaigns, Conor is looking out for new and exciting ways for clients to get seen. You can catch him in the office next to the cafetière.
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Elisabeth Tweedie
Satcoms Expert and Writer
Elisabeth’s entire career has been focused on commercial satellites, telecommunications and broadcasting. In the last ten years she has used her extensive background and knowledge to write about these industries for her clients, regularly writing articles, tech and market briefs for Satellite Executive Briefing and research reports for the World Teleport Association. For other industry clients she ghost-writes press releases, speeches, articles, blogs, white papers and web-copy.

Our team
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Melissa Tyson
Operations Director
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Josh Wright
Senior PR Consultant

James Curry
Senior PR Consultant
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Callum Dunnington
Senior PR Consultant

William Rayment
Senior PR Consultant

Josh Addison
PR Consultant

Mikayla Lambert
Digital Marketing Consultant

Nara Santos
PR Consultant

George Williams
PR Consultant
Our values
Our Proactive Promise is all about making our team an extension of yours.
Proactive
We always hold ourselves accountable for new ideas, fresh opportunities and better results.
Trustworthy
We offer straight-talking, honest advice and transparent pricing. When we make a promise, we keep it.
Committed
We know that our success depends on yours and hold ourselves to the highest standards in everything we do.
Dynamic
Plans and circumstances change. Our talented team and partner network will always flex to make it work.