Gareth Barrett

Associate Director @Burson

Brentwood, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Jun 2024 — Present

Associate Director @Burson

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London, GB

Led the award-winning communications campaign \'The Story of Britain’s Last Coal Power Station,\' securing global coverage and success at the SABRE EMEA Awards.Delivered integrated communications strategies for clients across energy production and transition, financial services, utilities, the circular economy and sustainability, helping them navigate complex regulatory landscapes.Developed creative storytelling approaches that positioned clients as leaders in the energy transition and as agents for growth.

EDUCATION

2002 — 2005

University of Essex

Bachelor of Science (BSc), Economics

2012 — 2019

Birkbeck, University of London

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Politics

2008 — 2010

Birkbeck, University of London

Master of Science (MSc), Public Policy and Management

SKILLS

Public AffairsPolicyStrategyMedia RelationsCrisis CommunicationsStrategic CommunicationsPolitical CampaignsPoliticsMarketing CommunicationsPolitical CommunicationPublic PolicyEvent ManagementLocal GovernmentStakeholder EngagementPublic RelationsCorporate CommunicationsCharitiesResearchSelf-ConfidenceCommunicationPromotionsSocial MediaNetworkingSalesMarketingManagementDigital MarketingAnalysisCopywritingOnline MarketingBloggingSocial Media MarketingSocial NetworkingMicrosoft OfficeProject Planning

ABOUT GARETH BARRETT

A strategic communications and public affairs leader with over 15 years of experience driving impactful campaigns, influencing policy, and managing stakeholder relationships across energy, sustainability, FMCG and financial sectors. From spearheading award-winning initiatives like Uniper\'s \'The Story of Britain’s Last Coal Power Station\' to delivering transformative asset and community projects as a Brentwood Borough Councillor, I thrive at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and advocacy.With a PhD in Politics and a track record of success in crisis management, policy development, and reputation building, I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to create meaningful change—whether through supporting businesses in navigating the energy transition or fostering civic pride in local communities.Let’s connect to discuss how we can collaborate to drive progress and deliver impactful solutions.

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