Premier, a leader in entertainment, arts, and culture, unveils important executive board changes.
- Lawrence Francis steps up as managing director, strengthening Premier’s growth.
- Elaine Pearce takes on significant responsibilities overseeing people and resources.
- Promotions enhance Premier’s board with Sam Stagnell, Hilary Chadwick, and Georgina Kafetzis joining.
- John Reiss, executive chairman, praises the newly appointed, talented team members.
In a strategic move to enhance growth, Premier has restructured its executive board. Key appointments include Lawrence Francis stepping into the role of managing director. Having previously been the executive director, Lawrence is tasked with working alongside executive chairman John Reiss. His focus will be on driving expansion across Premier’s various business sectors, particularly in consulting for the cultural and entertainment industries.
Elaine Pearce, another strategic appointment, has become a managing director. She will handle board-level responsibilities, focusing on optimizing people and resource management, crucial for Premier’s internal and external growth.
Enhancing the depth of its leadership, Premier has promoted three long-standing executives: Sam Stagnell, Hilary Chadwick, and Georgina Kafetzis. Sam Stagnell, who leads the event production team Premier Live, will extend her role in business development. Hilary Chadwick, at the helm of Premier Events, continues to spearhead the production of film premieres and associated events. Georgina Kafetzis, charged with overseeing financial control, rounds off this trio of promotions.
Executive chairman John Reiss expressed his enthusiasm about these robust changes, emphasizing the contributions of long-serving talents to Premier’s innovative journey. “I am delighted to be welcoming three highly talented long-term colleagues to Premier’s executive board to complement the existing highly professional team as we enter our next growth phase,” he remarked.
Premier prides itself on providing top-tier communication solutions for global entertainment, arts, and culture markets. Servicing an array of clients that include major producers and prominent brands across multiple sectors, the agency has established itself as a key player in the industry.
With a legacy of 24 years and a team of 170 staff members spread across Edinburgh, Manchester, and London, Premier is independently owned by its senior management. This structure supports its pioneering ethos and ability to stay agile within an ever-evolving industry.
Premier’s leadership reorganization underscores its commitment to growth and excellence in the arts and culture sectors.
