Iain F. Patton

Iain F. Patton is a prominent figure in ethical communications and sustainability-focused public relations based in London, United Kingdom. He is the founder and director of Ethical Team, a communications agency specializing in purpose-driven PR, media relations, and creative communications.12

As a passionate communications professional, Patton has a track record of innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity in the field of sustainable business and environmental advocacy. He is recognized for his ability to connect influential voices and stakeholders to catalyze movements that spread awareness about sustainability issues.1

Some key points about Iain F. Patton:

1. Professional Background:

• Holds professional qualifications including Dip IPR, MCIM, MCIPR, and AIEMA.1
• Has founded four 'green' businesses throughout his career.1
• Ranked in the top 1% of LinkedIn influencers and is a Huffington Post blogger.1

2. Education:

• Bachelor's degree from the University of Wales
• Postgraduate Certificate in Marketing Management from Manchester Metropolitan University
• Postgraduate Diploma in Public Relations from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations in London1

3. Career Highlights:

• Presented HRH Prince Charles with his first Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award
• Awarded Sir David Attenborough the 1st Lifetime Achievement Award at the Natural History Museum London
• Presented Nobel Peace Prize Winner Prof. Wangari Maathai with the 2nd Lifetime Achievement award1

4. Advisory Roles: Patton serves as an advisor to various organizations, including:

• Positive Impacts Ambassador
• Advisor to the Sustainable Methods Institute
• Advisor to Dazin and Dream Team Hub
• Advisor to Camden Council Climate Change Alliance
• Advisor to the Global Catholic Climate Movement1

5. Professional Memberships:

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations
• Member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment1

Through Ethical Team, Patton works with a range of clients from startups to global NGOs, helping them deliver impactful public relations, media outreach, and creative communications.2 His approach focuses on amplifying the sustainability agenda through advocacy, outreach, and creative communications, while building partnerships to challenge businesses to embed sustainability practices.1