Splendid News Feed http://www.splendidcomms.com/ Latest news from Splendid Splendid launch one of London’s best-loved music festivals – the South West Four Weekender http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=37 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=37 Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

This unforgettable gathering featuring the capital’s most discerning disciples of dance will see Fat Boy Slim and Armin Van Buuren take centre stage for two days of music on Clapham Common.  More acts to be announced.

]]> Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 UT Join the Thank You Santa campaign! http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=36 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=36 Every year we try to find time during all of the festive socialising, turkey gobbling and gift grabbing to support those less fortunate.

So this year, we're launching Thank You Santa, a campaign to thank the guy who gives the most but gets the least! The goal is to generate at least one thousand thank yous via Facebook, Twitter and Flickr during the 12 days of Christmas.

To make it count, we'll donate £1 for each of the first thousand thank yous to Save the Children.

All you need to do is upload a photo or video of you or your kids with a Christmas gift or just post a thank you to Santa via email or on Facebook, Twitter or Flickr.

Please join us in thanking Santa. And thank YOU for a great 2009.

See you in 2010!

Your friends at Splendid

]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 UT Marmite Thief on the Loose! http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=35 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=35 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

When Splendid heard a serial Marmite thief was on the loose in Northamptonshire, they smelt an opportunity, sent the disgruntled petrol station manager some complimentary stock and suggested he kept it ‘under the counter’ to avoid future raids. The follow up story generated 33 pieces of coverage reaching 20 million people with highlights including the Independent, Daily Star, Metro and BBC News online

]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 UT Marmite treats this November http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=34 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=34 Look out Marmite lovers: the world’s first ever Marmite “Lover’s Nest” will pop up on Regent Street in London on 3rd November for two months only!

The shop will be selling a huge selection of quirky, unique Marmite products, from Marmite mugs to Marmite hugs, and there will even be a Marmite café. Check us out at http://www.marmitepopup.co.uk/ or look on the facebook fan page for further information.

Also, launching this November, is the Marmite cereal bar – the world’s first savoury cereal bar. Whether you’re bursting with excitement, plagued with animosity or intrigued to know how it could possibly work, make sure you grab a bite, so you can cast your vote in the nationwide debate. The bars are available exclusively in Morrisons from 2nd November, and will roll out to stores nationwide in the New Year.

]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 UT Keep The Dead Alive http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=33 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=33 London Lite and Time Out featuring Splendid's 2009 Halloween 'Keep The Dead Alive' bash. You definitely don't want to miss out on this spooktacular night! ]]> Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 UT Arthur’s Day: Guinness Marks 250th Anniversary http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=32 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=32 Splendid generated blanket media coverage for the Arthur’s Day celebrations in Dublin. A host of celebrities and music acts including Cat Deeley, Kasabian, Tom Jones, Estelle, Dizzee Rascal, Kelly Rowland and Paolo Nutini raised a pint of the black stuff to toast the birth of Guinness.

Read about it in The Daily Mirror, The Daily Telegraph and The Sun

]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 UT Dolly Rockers, Ice Sculptures and David Walliams http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=31 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=31 Summer may be officially over now, but here at Splendid we’ve been busy seeing the season out with some style and there’s still a ruddy glow on our faces from all the great stuff that has been going on.

Read all about it on the Splendid blog.

]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 UT Splendid to launch Marmite's integrated campaign with Horrid Henry http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=30 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=30 Marmite have enlisted the help of Splendid to celebrate its partnership with Reading for Life with an integrated campaign with popular children's book character, Horrid Henry.

The campaign has been formed to highlight the importance of reading and encourage parents to read to their children, creating fun for the whole family. Splendid have enlisted celebrity mum and X-Factor mentor Sinitta to support the partnership, who will be hosting a children’s pyjama party, taking part in an online video feature and media interviews. 

Read the news here in Marketing Week here ]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 UT Splendid to launch E.Z. Pay credit cards http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=29 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=29
The programme will include targeted media relations, community outreach via social networking, and in-store creative communications. The Neon and Escape cards will be available from Phones 4u and online.

Check out the news on the PR Week site here ]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 UT Splendid leads Lucozade Energy’s social media activity http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=28 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=28 We’re pleased to announce that Splendid will drive activity on social media channels as part of Lucozade Energy’s “Do More” campaign. The campaign involves challenging fans to do more with their energy, offering the chance to win one of five unforgettable physical challenges across the globe this summer, from sand-boarding the highest dunes in Namibia to yacht racing in the Caribbean! Splendid are in charge of driving conversations around the five challenges on social media sites, as well as providing content for key target bloggers.

]]> Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:00:00 UT No More Tears for Splendid in Australia http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=27 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=27 We're pleased to announce Johnson & Johnson Pacific has appointed Splendid to activate the communications strategy for the 50th anniversary of the JOHNSON’S® Baby NO MORE TEARS® brand. 

Splendid Australia Director Annalise Brown said, "This is a fantastic milestone for us to be a part of. We have all grown up with JOHNSON’S® Baby NO MORE TEARS® products. To be a part of a global celebration is a coup for the Splendid team".

Splendid were successful in a three-way pitch against Weber Shandwick and Edelman.

 

http://www.johnsonsbaby.com

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UT Splendid Australasia goes 360 with former Spin MD hire http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=26 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=26 We’re thrilled to today announce Annalise Brown as a director of our Australian operation, adding 360 integrated experience, digital and advertising know-how to our already strong communications offering. 

Annalise has developed integrated strategies for leading youth, fashion, luxury, alcohol and lifestyle clients. She joins existing directors in Australia, Ben Gotto Smith and Suzanne Scrimgour. 

For more info check out http://www.lifeissplendid.wordpress.com

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UT Phones 4u dial up Splendid for a fashion phone launch http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=25 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=25 Got an incredible new phone fashion accessory?  Who you gonna call?  Well, Phones 4u dialled up Splendid’s number to handle the debut of its new Sony Ericsson C905 pink handset – an exclusive for the store.   Splendid crafted a TTL creative concept and drove PR coverage to position the handset as a must have style accessory for girls by banning men from their stores for the day.  London style icon Lizzy Jagger was on hand with a team of beauty and fashion experts to help girls get styled who were then photographed using the phone’s amazing camera function. Curve ball of the day was served up former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott who gate-crashed the girls-only gig to check out the pinked up Tottenham Court Rd flagship store.

 

 http://www.phones4u.co.uk/

 

]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 UT 40 and Still Cool http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=24 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=24 The joy of decks’ in Sunday Times Style. ]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 UT Reunited and It Feels So Good http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=23 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=23 MD Alec Samways is pleased as punch after being reacquainted with the Kickers footwear brand after seven years.

 

After kicking our way through a three-way pitch to win the business, we will be helping the brand connect with young people through music and digital media.

 

Read the news in PR Week

]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:00 UT Splendid Wins Lucozade Energy Account http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=22 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=22 After a tough four-way pitch, we’re thrilled to announce we have made the roster of preferred agencies for GlaxoSmithKline and will be working on one of Britain’s favourite brands. We start work immediately with a campaign that will herald Lucozade Energy as the brand behind British performance, powering physically active workers. The account is being led by account director Sarah Thornhill, reporting into Head of Food and Beverages, Niki Hunter.

Read the news in PR Week 

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 UT Happy Birthday, Splendid Oz! http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=19 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=19 September marks a very important milestone: Splendid Australia is one year old. The team has grown from nil to nine in just 12 months with client wins including Johnnie Walker Red, Black and Blue, Tanqueray Ten, Talisker, Ketel One, Guinness, MySpace, Johnson & Johnson, Telstra BigPond, Sonim, [yellow tail] and Quintessentially. Their brains and brawn have produced a steady stream of publicity and events, experiential, sponsorship, ambient, and relationship marketing as well as considerable word of mouth excitement.

Want to join Splendid Australia and continue this success? Or maybe you just want to sing us happy birthday? Contact Ben Gotto Smith on +61 (0)2 9281 0004 or send him a note at bengs@splendidcomms.com.

 

]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 UT Splendid Wins Luxury Belgian Chocolate Account, Galler http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=18 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=18 Until now, Galler has only been available in the UK from Harrods food hall.  Splendid will promote the launch of Galler’s first e-commerce site through PR and social media, driving sales around key gifting calendar dates.  The campaign will focus on the heritage, quality ingredients and innovation created by chocolatier Jean Galler.

www.galler.com

Read the news in PR Week

]]> Tue, 02 Sep 2008 00:00:00 UT Splendid Australia Builds Luxury Profile http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=16 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=16 It’s been a busy few months in Sydney with the addition of several exclusive accounts: Quintessentially, Johnnie Walker and Johnnie Walker Blue. Watch this space for brilliant coverage, events and social networking…

http://www.quintessentially.com/

www.johnniewalker.com

]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 UT Splendid Wins Good Oil account http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=15 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=15 Splendid will educate consumers about Good Oil, the 100% cold-pressed hemp seed culinary oil, through PR and social media communications on behalf of Braham and Murray

www.goodwebsite.co.uk

Read the news in PR Week

]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2008 00:00:00 UT Splendid Sponsors ‘Blank Canvas’ Art Exhibition in London http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=13 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=13 Join us at 1-2 Carnaby Street from 27 June  to July 6 to view works curated by artist community Pollocks London, featuring original artwork by Marc Quinn, Annie Lennox, Levi Palmer and Rankin 

Visit Pollocks London for more details

]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 UT Shirin Majid Joins Splendid as Creative Director http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=10 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=10 With a broad background in PR, digital and editorial, Shirin Majid will lead creative strategy for various accounts and new business

]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 UT Let's meet at... http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=9 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=9 Splendid's Gareth reviews the Big Chill House for PR Week

 Click here to see our news

]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 UT Gary Bradshaw Joins Splendid as Sports and Gaming Director http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=8 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=8 Gary Bradshaw has joined Splendid to head up the newly created sports and gaming division

Click here to see the news in PR Week.

]]> Wed, 21 Nov 2007 00:00:00 UT Splendid launches its first overseas office http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=6 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=6 Splendid is launching its first overseas office in Sydney next month

Click here to see our news in PR Week  

Click here to see our news on b&t.com 

]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 UT Splendid wins Miller Genuine Draft account http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=5 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=5 Splendid has been appointed by Miller Genuine Draft to deliver a fully integrated global music campaign, that will roll out in 2008

Click here to view the article

]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2007 00:00:00 UT Splendid wins Geek Squad account http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=2 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=2 The Geek Squad, a home technology support service which counts the Rolling Stones among its celebrity customers has hired Splendid as its first UK agency.

Click here to see our news in PR Week.

]]> Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 UT Splendid shortlisted for CIPR Excellence Award http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=3 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=3 Splendid is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted in the CIPR Excellence Awards for Media Relations for The Launch of Squeezy Marmite.

Click here to see a case study of our campaign in PR Week.

]]> Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 UT Andy Bellass joins Splendid as Strategic Director http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=4 http://www.splendidcomms.com/view_news_item?id=4 Andy Bellass has joined Splendid to expand our offering into a broader range on communcations.

Click here to see the news in PR Week.

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