APS Group has strengthened its team with two new senior appointments. 

Danny Turnbull comes on board as Group Head of Agency Services while James Lawton-Hill joins as Marketing Director. Both will be based at the company’s Greater Manchester headquarters and will support the Group’s international sites across the UK, Europe and the US.

Danny joins APS Group from Stein IAS, where he was EMEA Managing Director for Prior to this, he was Managing Director of B2B agency, gyro Manchester. With more than two decades experience leading and growing businesses within the global creative services industry, Danny will be responsible for expanding APS Group’s local and international client base as well as introducing a broader range of creative and production services to existing clients such as Philips, British Heart Foundation, Superdrug and Royal London.

James’ previous experience includes nearly five years as Director of Marketing in the professional services industry as well as holding a number of senior marketing roles at Brother UK and Chime Communications. He has over 16 years’ B2C and B2B marketing experience across a range of industries and will be responsible for leading an ambitious global marketing strategy as APS continues to grow.

‘‘I’m hugely excited to be joining APS Group as we continue to scale at pace and expand our services across key sectors and regions,” said Danny Turnbull.

‘‘APS has always had an excellent creative reputation. This, coupled with a unique end-to-end offering via our print management, marketing technology and branded physical retail environment capabilities, gives us a standout place in the market. Our global reach, vertical integration and blue chip client base gives us a great foundation for that growth.’’

James Lawton-Hill added: “Danny and I have worked closely together in previous roles and I’m thrilled that we’ll be joining forces again at APS Group. With over 900 people across the globe, the shape and scope of work is hugely exciting and I can’t wait to see how we can do even more in 2020.’’

John Holmes, Executive Director of APS Group said: “I’m delighted that Danny and James have joined our senior team. 2020 is set to be one of our most ambitious years yet and their wealth of experience means we’re in the perfect position to achieve our vision.”

APS Group has strengthened its team with two new senior appointments. 

Danny Turnbull comes on board as Group Head of Agency Services while James Lawton-Hill joins as Marketing Director. Both will be based at the company’s Greater Manchester headquarters and will support the Group’s international sites across the UK, Europe and the US.

Danny joins APS Group from Stein IAS, where he was EMEA Managing Director for Prior to this, he was Managing Director of B2B agency, gyro Manchester. With more than two decades experience leading and growing businesses within the global creative services industry, Danny will be responsible for expanding APS Group’s local and international client base as well as introducing a broader range of creative and production services to existing clients such as Philips, British Heart Foundation, Superdrug and Royal London.

James’ previous experience includes nearly five years as Director of Marketing in the professional services industry as well as holding a number of senior marketing roles at Brother UK and Chime Communications. He has over 16 years’ B2C and B2B marketing experience across a range of industries and will be responsible for leading an ambitious global marketing strategy as APS continues to grow.

‘‘I’m hugely excited to be joining APS Group as we continue to scale at pace and expand our services across key sectors and regions,” said Danny Turnbull.

‘‘APS has always had an excellent creative reputation. This, coupled with a unique end-to-end offering via our print management, marketing technology and branded physical retail environment capabilities, gives us a standout place in the market. Our global reach, vertical integration and blue chip client base gives us a great foundation for that growth.’’

James Lawton-Hill added: “Danny and I have worked closely together in previous roles and I’m thrilled that we’ll be joining forces again at APS Group. With over 900 people across the globe, the shape and scope of work is hugely exciting and I can’t wait to see how we can do even more in 2020.’’

John Holmes, Executive Director of APS Group said: “I’m delighted that Danny and James have joined our senior team. 2020 is set to be one of our most ambitious years yet and their wealth of experience means we’re in the perfect position to achieve our vision.”

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

The trees we’ve planted will cleanse and purify our air, create homes for wildlife and help connect society with nature by getting people physically involved in the planting process. Our participation in the scheme has made a real difference to the environment and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

As supporters of the initiative, we’re invited along to an annual tree planting day. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand the work the scheme does and really get stuck in. Even our clients and partners get involved and this year we were joined by the DVLA.

Joined by TV’s Julia Bradbury and the Outdoor Guide, we met our fellow tree planters at the Woodland Trust’s Heanor site in Derbyshire and were greeted with fresh breakfast sandwiches and hot coffees and teas. After a series of brief introductions, we took to the fields armed with spades, wellies and determination, despite the fresh November air!

The tree planting took place near Heanor in Derbyshire on the site of a former opencast mine, which has now been transformed into a haven for wildlife and people. The Woodland Trust plan to develop the site further, creating the Young People’s Forest – a giant classroom for children and young people aged 10-20; they’ll plant trees, learn about nature as well as design, deliver and take part in activities.

As the day came to an end the final number of trees that had been planted totalled an impressive 13,000. Amongst the saplings that were planted were maple, oak and silver birch, hawthorn and hazel – all of which are broadleaf trees native the UK.

A big thanks to Woodland Trust for having us along – we’ll see you next year!

APS Group has strengthened its team with two new senior appointments. 

Danny Turnbull comes on board as Group Head of Agency Services while James Lawton-Hill joins as Marketing Director. Both will be based at the company’s Greater Manchester headquarters and will support the Group’s international sites across the UK, Europe and the US.

Danny joins APS Group from Stein IAS, where he was EMEA Managing Director for Prior to this, he was Managing Director of B2B agency, gyro Manchester. With more than two decades experience leading and growing businesses within the global creative services industry, Danny will be responsible for expanding APS Group’s local and international client base as well as introducing a broader range of creative and production services to existing clients such as Philips, British Heart Foundation, Superdrug and Royal London.

James’ previous experience includes nearly five years as Director of Marketing in the professional services industry as well as holding a number of senior marketing roles at Brother UK and Chime Communications. He has over 16 years’ B2C and B2B marketing experience across a range of industries and will be responsible for leading an ambitious global marketing strategy as APS continues to grow.

‘‘I’m hugely excited to be joining APS Group as we continue to scale at pace and expand our services across key sectors and regions,” said Danny Turnbull.

‘‘APS has always had an excellent creative reputation. This, coupled with a unique end-to-end offering via our print management, marketing technology and branded physical retail environment capabilities, gives us a standout place in the market. Our global reach, vertical integration and blue chip client base gives us a great foundation for that growth.’’

James Lawton-Hill added: “Danny and I have worked closely together in previous roles and I’m thrilled that we’ll be joining forces again at APS Group. With over 900 people across the globe, the shape and scope of work is hugely exciting and I can’t wait to see how we can do even more in 2020.’’

John Holmes, Executive Director of APS Group said: “I’m delighted that Danny and James have joined our senior team. 2020 is set to be one of our most ambitious years yet and their wealth of experience means we’re in the perfect position to achieve our vision.”

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

The trees we’ve planted will cleanse and purify our air, create homes for wildlife and help connect society with nature by getting people physically involved in the planting process. Our participation in the scheme has made a real difference to the environment and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

As supporters of the initiative, we’re invited along to an annual tree planting day. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand the work the scheme does and really get stuck in. Even our clients and partners get involved and this year we were joined by the DVLA.

“The habits of consumers are changing, and so retailers must follow suit,” said Kylie Wilson, Marketing Manager at Livingston Designer Outlet.

“Shopping is now about much more than purchasing products and is instead an all-round leisure experience. With this in mind, we want visitors to feel like guests rather than shoppers providing them with a bespoke, concierge-style service and a memorable experience”

Beyond creating a modern and sophisticated rebrand, APS Group has also been involved with Project Aspire, an employee program which communicates the new brand messaging helping to enhance the organization’s culture. The program provides face-to-face training, online workshops and employee wellbeing plans to support staff through the transition period and beyond.

APS Group created and produced an in-center communications campaign aimed at the Outlet’s guests, highlighting the changes that were underway and what was to be expected once completed.

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APS Group has strengthened its team with two new senior appointments. 

Danny Turnbull comes on board as Group Head of Agency Services while James Lawton-Hill joins as Marketing Director. Both will be based at the company’s Greater Manchester headquarters and will support the Group’s international sites across the UK, Europe and the US.

Danny joins APS Group from Stein IAS, where he was EMEA Managing Director for Prior to this, he was Managing Director of B2B agency, gyro Manchester. With more than two decades experience leading and growing businesses within the global creative services industry, Danny will be responsible for expanding APS Group’s local and international client base as well as introducing a broader range of creative and production services to existing clients such as Philips, British Heart Foundation, Superdrug and Royal London.

James’ previous experience includes nearly five years as Director of Marketing in the professional services industry as well as holding a number of senior marketing roles at Brother UK and Chime Communications. He has over 16 years’ B2C and B2B marketing experience across a range of industries and will be responsible for leading an ambitious global marketing strategy as APS continues to grow.

‘‘I’m hugely excited to be joining APS Group as we continue to scale at pace and expand our services across key sectors and regions,” said Danny Turnbull.

‘‘APS has always had an excellent creative reputation. This, coupled with a unique end-to-end offering via our print management, marketing technology and branded physical retail environment capabilities, gives us a standout place in the market. Our global reach, vertical integration and blue chip client base gives us a great foundation for that growth.’’

James Lawton-Hill added: “Danny and I have worked closely together in previous roles and I’m thrilled that we’ll be joining forces again at APS Group. With over 900 people across the globe, the shape and scope of work is hugely exciting and I can’t wait to see how we can do even more in 2020.’’

John Holmes, Executive Director of APS Group said: “I’m delighted that Danny and James have joined our senior team. 2020 is set to be one of our most ambitious years yet and their wealth of experience means we’re in the perfect position to achieve our vision.”

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

In partnership with Premier Paper, we’ve planted more than 260,000 trees under the scheme and captured 52,287 tonnes of carbon – the equivalent to 10.5 billion sheets of A4 paper!

The trees we’ve planted will cleanse and purify our air, create homes for wildlife and help connect society with nature by getting people physically involved in the planting process. Our participation in the scheme has made a real difference to the environment and we couldn’t be more thrilled.

As supporters of the initiative, we’re invited along to an annual tree planting day. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand the work the scheme does and really get stuck in. Even our clients and partners get involved and this year we were joined by the DVLA.