Briggs strengthens commitment to Aberfield Communications following landmark year

We’re delighted to announce that director Ian Briggs has increased his shareholding in Aberfield Communications.

The move follows a period of sustained growth for us, now employing ten people and having secured a string of recent new business wins across our specialist areas of property and construction, corporate, food and drink, and travel and leisure.

Ian, who has been a director and shareholder in the business since 2020, has been instrumental in supporting Aberfield’s growth and success. His increased shareholding is a clear demonstration of his confidence in the business’ future and the strength of the partnership with fellow director and majority shareholder Tim Downs.

Aberfield has more than doubled turnover and profitability in the last three years, while investing significantly in staff training and retention. We are on track for a further year of growth in the current financial year following a recent string of new client wins including Moda Living, Powerleague, Mansfield Pollard, William Hare Group and Econ Engineering.

The positive working relationship between Ian and Tim has been a key driver of the agency’s recent achievements.

Aberfield was named Small Agency of the Year at this year’s PRCA DARE Awards for the North of England and North Wales region.

Ian said: “Aberfield has enjoyed consistent growth in a challenging market over the past few years, and I’m extremely proud to be deepening my commitment to the business.

“I’m grateful to Tim, and Aberfield’s other founder Phil Reed, for giving me the opportunity to join the business back in 2019. Tim and I have a great partnership, and I enjoy getting up for work every day – there aren’t many jobs where you can say that.

“Our success is rooted in having a brilliant team of people who are empowered to shine within a culture that is inclusive and positive. This move reflects my belief in Aberfield’s values, our talented team, and the exciting opportunities ahead.”

Tim added: “Ian’s increased investment is further evidence of the trust and shared vision that underpin our working relationship and Aberfield’s success.

“That vision is built around insight driven, senior level consultancy that adds genuine business value and creates lasting, meaningful and profitable relationships. Key to this is continuing to learn and evolve to deliver opportunities for our clients and our team.

“In a period of the significant change across our industry and way beyond, we are embracing new technology and services whilst being mindful that people will always be at the heart of good communications.

“We’re excited about the future and the next phase of our journey.”