Gill
Communications Trainer | PR & Marketing Specialist | Personal Development Coach
Gill is an experienced communications professional with a passion for helping people express themselves clearly, confidently, and with purpose. With 25 years in consultancy and in-house roles across the public relations industry, she now specialises in training and coaching professionals in communication, personal development, and workplace effectiveness.
She delivers high-impact training for clients across sectors—from charities and housing associations to higher education, government and corporate teams. Known for her warm, encouraging style, Gill helps delegates build practical skills they can apply immediately, whether they’re managing their time, presenting to stakeholders, or crafting a communications strategy.

Training Areas Include:
- Presentation Skills
- Communication in the Workplace
- Assertiveness Skills
- Time Management for Managers
- Marketing in the Not-for-Profit Sector
- Social Media Strategies
- Reputation Management
- PR Strategy Development
- Customer Care & Administration Skills
Gill regularly runs both open programme courses and bespoke in-house sessions, and also offers one-to-one coaching. Her workshops are highly interactive and designed to bring out the best in every delegate, using group exercises, real-life examples and supportive feedback.
Credentials & Background:
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25+ years in PR and communications (agency and in-house)
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Former Board Director, Shandwick Communications
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Director of Communications roles in education, membership organisations, and charities
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Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (FCIPR)
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Fellow of the RSA (Royal Society of Arts)
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Trustee and former Non-Executive Director in the not-for-profit sector
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Chair of CIPR Fifth Estate (PR network for the voluntary sector)
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