Cucumber PR was set up by Russ Cockburn to provide value for money communications support for companies and organisations across the UK.
He is joined in the business by Joan Cockburn, an experienced former ‘Account Manager’, who has worked with clients from construction, manufacturing, retail and professional services.
She has a strong background in Corporate Responsibility and will be responsible for helping firms use effective communications to boost their social impact activity.
Best achievement: Scoring at Stamford Bridge for Wolves and delivering over £25m of press coverage for clients every year.
Outside of work: Following Wolverhampton Wanderers, sampling craft beer, spending time with the family and walking Dog.
On the jukebox: Northern Soul, Motown and bit of indie, especially Oasis and Stone Roses
Favourite Quote: “Work hard, play hard”
If I could have one wish granted: “A world without Covid-19”
Best achievement: Supporting Jaguar Land Rover to become Business in the Community’s Responsible Business of the Year…the first time a manufacturer has held this title in 20 years.
Outside of work: Countryside walks with the dog, fine foods, travel and keeping tabs on my three children.
On the jukebox: Mix of Elvis, Motown and Spandau Ballet.
Favourite Quote: “Stop and smell the flowers.”
If I could have one wish granted….“Learn to Sail”
Cucumber Associates
In addition to the core management team, clients can also tap into Cucumber Associates.
These have been hand picked for their specialist skills and the innovative way they deliver targeted solutions to the people they work for.
We can provide experts in:
- Digital production
- Graphic Design
- Media training
- Photography
- Sales Coaching
- SEO – Search Engine Optimisation
- Video
- Web Development