24.09.09
1994 Group hires leading communications agency iNHouse PR
The 1994 Group, which represents 19 leading research intensive universities, has hired iNHouse PR to assist them with their forthcoming events programme.
Alistair Jarvis, Director of Communications at the 1994 Group, said of the appointment:
“We’re delighted to have the support of iNHouse PR to deliver an exciting programme of events for the coming year. They have an excellent track record in delivering for high profile clients from Boris Johnson to St Mungos. Their intelligent and politically savvy approach to events will give a great boost to the 1994 Group’s communications.”
Jo Tanner, Director and Founder of iNHouse PR, said:
“Universities continue to be a hot topic whether talking about fees, investment or the student experience. We are delighted to be working with the prestigious 1994 group to deliver this programme of events and further influence the higher education agenda.”
iNHouse PR were awarded the contract following a three-way pitch and start work on the events programme immediately – with policy roundtables through to parliamentary events stretching until June next year.
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Notes to editors
1. The 1994 Group represents 19 of the UK’s leading research intensive universities. It was established in 1994 to promote excellence in University research and teaching. The Group provides a central vehicle to help members promote their common interests in higher education, respond efficiently to key policy issues, and share best methods and practice. www.1994group.ac.uk
2. iNHouse PR is a public relations agency, founded in 2006 by Katie Perrior and Jo Tanner, specialising in politically-savvy campaigns – providing integrated events, public relations, public affairs and crisis management services. Jo and Katie were the sole media relations providers for Boris Johnson during his successful 2008 Mayoral Election and have since grown the agency across the education, economic development and charity sectors, as well as working for a series of private sector clients, membership organisations and think tanks. Current and recent clients include the CFE, a consultancy specialising in research and thought-leadership in the skills and further education sector; the National House-builders Council (NHBC); Wellbeing of Women; St Mungos; Policy Exchange; and, Supply Cross River. www.inhouse-pr.co.uk
3. 1994 Group members include 10 of the top 18 universities in the UK in The Guardian University Guide League Table published on the 12th May 2009. 7 of the top 10 universities for student experience are 1994 Group Universities (2009 National Student Survey).
4. The 1994 Group represents: University of Bath, Birkbeck University of London, Durham University, University of East Anglia, University of Essex, University of Exeter, Goldsmiths University of London, Institute of Education University of London, Royal Holloway University of London, Lancaster University, University of Leicester, Loughborough University, Queen Mary University of London, University of Reading, University of St Andrews, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of Surrey, University of Sussex, University of York
5. Press Enquiries please contact Alistair Jarvis, Director of Communications, 1994 Group. Tel: 0207 872 5596 or 07779 232 731. Email: alistair.jarvis@1994group.co.uk