Simon Wakeman joins Deeson Group as head of communications and marketing

Canterbury-based agency Deeson Group announces a new senior appointment to spearhead its continuing business growth.

The digital, publishing, branding and marketing communications agency will welcome Simon Wakeman in April as director of communications and marketing.  

Public and private sector experience

Simon, former head of communications and marketing at Medway Council and East Sussex County Council, has PR and marketing experience across the financial services, e-commerce, telecoms, retail and local government sectors. 

Digital and communications knowledge

He brings significant digital and web experience, including launch marketing for the UK’s first interactive TV service and customer experience management for a major internet bank. He has led nationally recognised innovation in public sector social media and the development of highly rated council websites. 

In 2013, his contribution to digital practice in the public sector was recognised in the national Digital Leaders 50 Awards.

Simon will work across Deeson Group’s clients,  as well as developing new business opportunities with private and public sector clients.

Delivering innovation

Established for 55 years, Deeson Group is the UK’s oldest customer publishing company and an internationally recognised website developer. Clients include Robbie Williams, Shepherd Neame, ITV, Johnson & Johnson and the Society and College of Radiographers.

Tim Deeson, managing director, Deeson Group, said "Simon's significant experience across digital, marketing and communications will enhance our success working with blue chip companies, professional bodies, major media brands and some of the public sector’s largest organisations."

Simon Wakeman said: "I'm really excited to be joining Deeson Group in this new role. I’m looking forward to working with the team to deliver innovative and strategic marketing communications projects to help grow the Deeson Group business further."