Julie H.

Work on advisory capacity to help develop Public Relations plans and execute projects (Krpt, Voluntary Services Overseas). Currently developing a Comms, Business and PR strategy for a start-up with a local Madrid team.

Organise events to foster community and fund-raise. Organised a 2021 virtual gala event with simultaneous dining for more than 200 people using auction technology to raise tens of thousands of euros for charitable causes. Voted into the position of SMC Chairperson by the international community to represent parents' concerns with the school executive.

Set up and led the global PR strategy roll-out and communication for leading music subscription service Deezer across 180+ territories. Elevated the B2B Deezer brand perception from a startup French company to becoming globally-recognised as one of only 2-3 key players within the music subscription sector. Developed consistent narrative and messages in close collaboration with the CEO/ Management. Two years after international launch CEO Axel Dauchez was included in Billboard's International Power Player list. A year later the company was listed in Fast Company's most innovative companies in music. Launched Deezer to industry and opinion formers in key individual markets worldwide (incl. Brazil, Spain, UK, Belgium, Italy, USA, Singapore, Australia), organising press conferences at home and abroad including live streams and Q&As. Launched live music series “Deezer Live at the Hospital Club”. Oversaw the global press office, launching a number of products and partnerships including with Sonos, Samsung, LyricFind, IFTT. New York Times called Deezer "one of Europe's most successful startups". Released regular stories focused on data, music and editorial expertise. Set up new monitoring tools and evaluation practices. Identified and managed a worldwide Deezer speaker programme, training key brand and company spokespeople and developing the Company’s presence at relevant industry events including CEO keynotes at Midem and SXSW.