Simon Benson

Simon Benson is a highly experienced senior PR consultant with a rich background in developing communication strategies across various sectors for over 16 years.

Specializing in corporate communications, public affairs, brand PR, media training, and crisis management, Simon has a broad expertise in handling diverse PR aspects from financial communications to travel and tourism.

He has held significant roles, including providing political and media consultancy for an EU Prime Minister, offering PR and Public Affairs consultancy for a UK charity, and delivering strategic communications on NHS transformation to a CCG.

Simon has worked with a wide range of clients, from corporate to consumer, social media to public affairs campaigns, and has extensive experience in crisis and issues management.

His previous roles include serving as a Director at FleishmanHillardFishburn, overseeing major accounts like Emirates and leading media training initiatives. Simon also worked as a Special Advisor in Downing Street, managing media and political affairs for British cabinet members.

Passionate about media, politics, and journalism, Simon has conducted media training sessions for notable clients such as Huawei, L'Oreal, and Tata Consultancy Services. He even media trained Prime Minister Boris Johnson MP during his tenure as Mayor of London.

Simon Benson is the Founder of ReputationPR and has held key positions at FleishmanHillard, including Director and Associate Director. He has also worked in various government and political roles, including as a Government Special Adviser at the Chief Whip's Office and as a Political Researcher at the House of Commons.

With a dedication to local journalism and a vast array of experiences in the PR and communications sector, Simon continues to be a prominent figure in the industry, bringing value through his strategic insights and media expertise.