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Internal Communications ‘Fight Club’ IV

IC Fight Club, the antidote to boring networking events was back in town last night for the fourth time. We discussed all things communication but particularly focussed on the role that a CEO should play in communications. Our panellists provided thought provoking examples and opinions about the subject and it took a staggering 43 minutes before ...more

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Order, Order! Ben Wright’s book launch

On 1st November, the ellwood atfield gallery hosted  the launch of  Ben Wright's book "Order, Order! The rise and fall of political drinking". ...more

Consumer tech start-ups vs. Established consumer tech brands

Consumer tech start-ups vs. Established consumer tech brands. What can their communications leaders learn from either side? As part of our ...more

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Employee happiness and success

The Employee Engagement Alliance hosted another interactive, very informative session - The Employee Happiness Event The session was kicked off by ...more

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The Rt. Hon. Nick Clegg, “You’re all bast*rds.”

Ellwood Atfield Political Cartoon of the Year Awards 2015. Our guest of honour, the Rt. Hon Nick Clegg, fondly addressing the political cartoonists...more

Written by Ben Atfield

Association performance and employment law compliance

FEBRUARY 2017. Sophie presented to a packed room on two themes: Justifying dismissals and Flexibility needs for international not-for-profit ...more

Human-centred organisational cultures is the future

This was an interactive session talking about the importance of organisational developments and culture on employee engagement....more

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Authenticity: being the person, not the message

Ellwood Atfield partnered with Sasha Damjanovski to host a breakfast around Authenticity: being the person, not the message. Sasha explored the ...more

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Get the most out of Party Conferences

Emily Walch, Executive Director of External Affairs at the BBA and former government Special Adviser to the Secretary of State for Business, ...more

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How to make your employees a communications asset

A discussion about “How to make your employees a communications asset” with a range of communications professionals....more

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HOW TO WRITE A GREAT CV

Although some people revel in showing their strengths, many are too modest about their achievements and often do themselves a disservice, especially ...more

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Preparing for an interview

Interviewing is perhaps the most important and daunting aspect of the job search. Ensure you are prepared and able to speak confidently to give ...more

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Public Affairs Leadership Series – Networking

A popular misconception about the public affairs industry is that it’s all about who you know, trading business cards and showing off in old boys’...more

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Who do Communications Directors turn to for moral and professional support?

As part of our series of seminars for senior communications professionals Ellwood Atfield hosted a breakfast on Thursday 30 June to explore who ...more

Written by Tom Ewen

Engagement means involvement

Thanks again to the Employee Engagement Alliance for another thought provoking session yesterday, followed by networking drinks. The event started off...more

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Employee Engagement Awards – winners announced

The Employee Engagement Alliance have announced the winners of the 2016 North American Employee Engagement Awards. Check out the winners, who include...more

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An Association Leader’s guide to Brexit and beyond

Whichever way the UK referendum vote on EU membership goes, things will not be the same… What does this mean for EU associations, professional ...more

Role of R&R in effective employee engagement

An essential component in employee satisfaction, our event brought together those who know how a successful reward scheme should work. James ...more

The NHS at 70 – will there be another 70 years? Simon makes the case for the future.

From left to right: Geraldine Hetherington, Head of Health & Social Care at Ellwood Atfield; Simon Enright, Director of Communications at NHS ...more

Written by Geraldine Hetherington FCIPD

You might Find This Offensive BUT

Last night I attended a really thought-provoking event. Claire Fox, Director of Institute of Ideas and regular panellist on BBC’s The Moral Maze ...more

Written by Ben Atfield