Simon Collister

Currently working for Edelman PR as Head of Digital Culture and Emerging Media. Devise creative and pioneering campaigns through online (and offline) media and networks.

I also help train global clients how to understand and get the most out the online social space.

Prior to Edelman I spent time working across traditional and new media with a number of small agencies.

I have also worked in PR and policy roles for national charities working closely with national media and parliament to influence key public policy decisions.

I hold a BA (hons) & MA in English literature as well as a post-graduate diploma in PR.

In addition I am an award winning member of the UK Chartered Institute of Public Relations and was finalist for Young Communicator of the Year 2005/6 in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire .

Beyond work, a catholic approach to music keeps me sane and reading (especially modern fiction, PR and politics/international affairs) reminds me to always keep asking those questions.

The photography and blog banner design at Simonsays... was done by John Tudor from www.johntudorphotography.co.uk.

If you want any more information, drop me an email: simon_collister@hotmail.com

The views expressed in this blog are my own and do not necessarily represent those of my employer.