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		<title>Wildwood Plus strengthens Senior Leadership Team as it enters its 32nd year</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Will Houston]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:10:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The new structural changes reflect our company’s continued evolution from a founder-reliant business into a thriving, team-led agency, focused on delivering outstanding service, long-term client partnerships and sustainable growth.]]></description>
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	<p>The new structural changes to our Senior Leadership Team reflect our company’s continued evolution from a founder-reliant business. Now a thriving, team-led agency, we focus on delivering outstanding service, long-term client partnerships and sustainable growth.</p>
<p>As part of our update, Will Houston moves from Operations Director to Managing Director, working alongside the agency’s Divisional Directors; Jenny Parker, who leads the Build Division, and Samantha Ward, who heads up the Tech Division. Tanya Houston continues as Chief Executive Officer, with overall responsibility for strategy, culture and the agency’s long-term direction. In addition, Jeff Hayward, Chief Commercial Officer, leads commercial growth and client development. John Houston, Executive Director, focuses on content, governance and future tech innovation.</p>
<p>The strengthened SLT unites sector expertise, operational leadership and a shared commitment to service excellence. This ensures clients benefit from clear accountability, senior oversight and specialist focus across the agency’s core markets.</p>
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<blockquote class="nectar_single_testimonial" tabindex="0" data-color="" data-style="basic_left_image"><div class="inner"> <p>“We have a strong reputation built over three decades, and this next chapter is about harnessing the collective strength of our people. With clear divisional leadership and a shared focus on quality and innovation, we are well positioned to continue supporting clients as their markets evolve.”</p>
<p> </p><div role="presentation" data-shadow="true" class="image-icon " style="background-image: url(https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Will-stw-cropped-240x300.jpg);"></div><span class="wrap"><span>Will Houston  </span><span class="title">Managing Director</span></span></div></blockquote><div class="divider-wrap" data-alignment="default"><div style="margin-top: 12.5px; height: 1px; margin-bottom: 12.5px;" data-width="100%" data-animate="" data-animation-delay="" data-color="default" class="divider-border"></div></div><blockquote class="nectar_single_testimonial" tabindex="0" data-color="" data-style="basic_left_image"><div class="inner"> <p>“This is a natural and important step in our ongoing transformation. We have been intentionally building a leadership team that reflects the agency we are today, collaborative, resilient and future-focused. Will’s appointment as Managing Director, alongside our divisional leadership and experienced executive team, reinforces our commitment to being a genuinely team-led agency that consistently delivers for our clients.”</p>
<p> </p><div role="presentation" data-shadow="true" class="image-icon " style="background-image: url(https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Tanya-cropped-240x300.jpg);"></div><span class="wrap"><span>Tanya Houston  </span><span class="title">CEO</span></span></div></blockquote>
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		<title>Monitor Audio Announces New Strategic Partnership With Wildwood</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shereen Russell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:21:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monitor Audio, the renowned British loudspeaker and sound system specialist, has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with Wildwood Plus, the UK-based marketing services agency recognised for elevating leading technology, design and architectural brands.]]></description>
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	<p><a href="https://www.monitoraudio.com/en/us/">Monitor Audio</a>, the renowned British loudspeaker and sound system specialist, has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with Wildwood Plus, the UK-based marketing services agency recognised for elevating leading technology, design and architectural brands.</p>
<p>The partnership marks a significant step in amplifying Monitor Audio’s brand story and deepening engagement across the professional smart home and cinema sectors as well as the interior design and architectural space. Wildwood Plus will deliver strategic PR and marketing support, spearheading campaigns that spotlight Monitor Audio’s innovation and heritage. Their first initiatives include driving awareness around the launch of the brand’s new Experience Centre and the Elevate Sound Performance Academy at its Rayleigh HQ in Essex.</p>
<p>For more than five decades, Monitor Audio has been at the forefront of high‑performance loudspeaker design and manufacturing, earning global acclaim for its dedication to British engineering, technical innovation, and uncompromising audio quality. Wildwood Plus brings a powerful combination of creativity and sector expertise, known for delivering high-impact, integrated campaigns which deploy best-in-class media, digital, events and content marketing strategies.</p>
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<blockquote class="nectar_single_testimonial" tabindex="0" data-color="" data-style="basic_left_image"><div class="inner"> <p>“We are delighted to be working with Wildwood Plus, their deep understanding of the professional audio-visual industry and their proven ability to deliver impactful campaigns makes them a strong partner for Monitor Audio as we continue to evolve our communications and grow our business in this space” </p><div role="presentation" data-shadow="true" class="image-icon " style="background-image: url(https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1770879249833.jpg);"></div><span class="wrap"><span>Michael Johnson</span><span class="title">Global Marketing Director | Monitor Audio</span></span></div></blockquote>
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		<title>Celebrating 10 Years as ISE&#8217;s PR Agency </title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Samantha Ward]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:15:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reflecting on Ten Years of Partnership, Progress, and PR Excellence.
For any public relations agency, longevity and lasting client relationships are the ultimate testament to success.]]></description>
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	<p>Reflecting on Ten Years of Partnership, Progress, and PR Excellence.</p>
<p>For any public relations agency, longevity and lasting client relationships are the ultimate testament to success. This year, as we marked our tenth year as the official PR agency for <a href="https://www.iseurope.org/">Integrated Systems Europe</a> (ISE), we’re not just celebrating a business partnership — we’re recognising a decade-long journey of growth, collaboration, and transformative storytelling.</p>
<h2>A Testament to Trust and Consistency</h2>
<p>In an industry often impacted by uncertain market conditions, short-term contracts, and shifting alliances, being entrusted with ISE’s PR for just over a decade is a proud milestone for Wildwood Plus. It speaks volumes about the trust that ISE places in our team, and our ability to consistently deliver results that support their evolving goals. This long-standing partnership is also a reflection of our deep understanding of the ISE brand and varied audiences.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_8733-1024x768.jpeg" alt="The Wildwood Plus team at ISE 2026"/></p>
<h2>Navigating a Decade of Industry Evolution</h2>
<p>ISE has grown exponentially over the past decade, securing its spot as the flagship event for the professional AV and systems integration sector. To be at the helm of PR throughout this period has meant more than simply promoting an event. It has required us to stay ahead of technological trends, adapt our communications to shifting media landscapes, and to continually innovate in how we tell the ISE story. Each edition of this unique show has brought new challenges and opportunities, which is something we love about working with ISE; it’s an opportunity for our team to flex their professional muscles and it’s always, ALWAYS exciting!</p>
<p>Since 2016, Wildwood has played a pivotal role in shaping ISE’s profile, not just as an exhibition, but as a thought leader and hub for the global AV community. From orchestrating high-impact media campaigns to handling crisis communications and engaging with international media, our work has supported ISE’s reputation as the must-attend event in the sector.</p>
<p>We also manage the Press Office at ISE each year. This gives us a great opportunity to foster strong relationships with international media but also showcases our professionalism as an agency. A press room should always be a haven for journalists, away from exhibitors, clients and dare I say it, PR people – all wanting an opportunity to &nbsp;&nbsp;sell in stories. We want to ensure the world’s media have the space and freedom to focus on filing copy and resting. And that is exactly what we make it – no pitching, no selling – just us being helpful, protecting their haven and delivering a great service.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Image-13.jpg" alt="The Integrated Systems (ISE) 2026 team with Wildwood Plus"/></p>
<h2>Creating Lasting Impact</h2>
<p>Of course, we all know that the true measure of a PR agency’s success lies in the impact it creates for its clients. During our tenure, we have generated many thousands of media articles, facilitated hundreds of interviews with ISE, keynote speakers, industry leaders, analysts and grown ISE’s media footprint year on year. Our efforts have helped attract new audiences &#8211; a vital strategy for a growing global event! This legacy of impact is something of which we are immensely proud, and it fuels our commitment to keep raising the bar.</p>
<h2>Celebrating the People Behind the Success</h2>
<p>Ultimately, this milestone is as much about people as it is about strategy. It’s about the strong relationships we’ve forged with the ISE team, the press, exhibitors, analysts and the wider AV community. It’s about the countless hours, creativity, and passion poured into every campaign, and the collective drive to make each edition more successful than the last.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC01111-683x1024.jpg" alt="Will Houston and Elissa Medhurst at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026"/></p>
<h2>Looking Ahead</h2>
<p>As we celebrate the record-breaking success of ISE 2026, we look back with pride and forwards with excitement. Being ISE’s PR agency is a badge of honour, it&#8217;s a recognition of trust, expertise, and enduring partnership. Here’s to a decade of achievements, and to many more editions of breaking new ground together.</p>
<p>And here’s to the Wildwood Plus team members – both past and present – that have surfed this wave with us. Thank you!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" alt="ISE 2026 Push Beyond" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_1678-scaled.jpeg"/></p>
<h2>Celebrating 10 Yearsas ISE&#8217;s PR Agency</h2>
<p><strong>Contact Wildwood Plus today to discover how we can support your event</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://wildwoodplus.com/lets-collaborate/">Get in touch today</a></p>
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		<title>A Moment to Celebrate&#8230;</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tanya Houston]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:57:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Moment to Celebrate the Teams, the Partners, the Media, and the Extraordinary Wildwood Plus Crew Who “Pushed Beyond” at ISE 2026.]]></description>
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	<p>…the Teams, the Partners, the Media, and the Extraordinary Wildwood Plus Crew Who “Pushed Beyond” at <a href="https://www.iseurope.org/">ISE 2026</a>.</p>
<p>ISE 2026 will go down as one of the most ambitious and impactful editions ever. Not being in Barcelona for the show this year was incredibly tough. As many of you know, I needed to stay close to home this year, and I’m endlessly grateful to everyone who stepped in so effortlessly while I focused on what mattered most. Their support, both professional and personal, has meant everything.</p>
<p>Even watching this awesome event from the UK, the scale, energy and global momentum were unmistakable. It was a real testament to the people who power this industry and refuse to stand still.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ESP_9231-scaled.jpg" alt=""/><em><em>Image Credit &#8211; Integrated Systems Europe</em></em></p>
<h2>To the ISE Team&#8230;</h2>
<p>Thank you for delivering an event that once again set the standard for the global AV landscape. With 92,710 attendees (!), more than 1,700 exhibitors, deep‑dive content across every technological vertical, and a show theme rooted in ambition <strong><mark>Push Beyond</mark></strong> you created an environment that inspired, challenged, and connected the world’s best. </p>
<p>The result? A truly world‑class showcase of innovation, craft and collaboration, yet again breaking records. There has been A LOT of fantastic coverage on the show – and if you missed it – check out <a href="http://www.iseurope.org">Integrated Systems Europe</a> where you can find all the stories!</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BB8A2854-1-1.jpg" alt=""/><em><em>Image Credit &#8211; Integrated Systems Europe</em></em></p>
<h2>To AVIXA &amp; CEDIA, the Organisations Behind the Show’s Heart… </h2>
<p>ISE isn’t just a trade show, it’s a partnership. And year after year, <a href="http://www.avixa.org">AVIXA</a> and <a href="http://www.cedia.org">CEDIA</a> curate the soul of the event through programming, community engagement and global leadership. </p>
<p>I am honoured to co-lead the <a href="https://www.avixa.org/membership/committees-councils/avixa-women-s-council/avixa-women-council-local-groups/avixa-women-s-council-uk">UK AVIXA Women’s Council</a> and every year at ISE, it is a chance to meet up, support other women and allies in this vibrant industry, making new connections and hearing inspiring experiences.</p>
<p>A new initiative this year was the inaugural AVIXA Women in AV Collective (which made such a powerful statement this year) to the countless AVIXA Council meetups, broadcast sessions, strategic gatherings and community‑building activities, the AVIXA presence was felt everywhere as a true reflection of their commitment to elevating the people of our industry.</p>
<p>CEDIA’s ongoing leadership and presence ensured that integrators, technical specialists, residential professionals and innovators had a home within the show; one grounded in expertise, education and excellence. The CEDIA Smart Home Stage and its Education programme was packed with insightful, entertaining and inspiring content.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MCS06048.jpg" alt=""/><em><em>Image Credit &#8211; Integrated Systems Europe</em></em></p>
<h2>To the Content Teams&#8230;</h2>
<p>The <a href="https://www.iseurope.org/content-programme">education, summits &amp; conferences programme</a> this year was nothing short of exceptional and yet again, provided delegates with a phenomenal choice of learning and development. The depth, ambition and relevance of the sessions pushed far beyond product to focus on the skills, insights, foresight and professional development our industry needs to SPARK growth.</p>
<p>From AI and interoperability to immersive experience design, future‑ready infrastructure, sustainability and creative technology, the wide and varied content programme delivered knowledge that will ripple well beyond the show floor. A huge thank‑you to every organiser, speaker, educator, moderator and content curator who invested their expertise into making the programme such a standout success.</p>
<h2>To the World&#8217;s Media&#8230; </h2>
<p>Thank you for amplifying the stories, the technology and, most importantly, the people of our industry. Through coverage, interviews, features and analysis, you ensured the pulse of ISE reached far beyond the halls of Fira Barcelona. Managing the onsite Press Office is an honour and getting to connect in person with the editors, publishers, journalists, photographers, videographers, commercial teams that we talk to all year round is awesome.</p>
<p>Your work brings global visibility to the show, our clients, partners, councils and communities. It ensures the innovation and human brilliance of this sector is seen, understood and celebrated across borders and industries.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/f6ea72db-ff37-4b00-af3c-632807ce5a14-1.jpg" alt="Wildwood Plus team at ISE 2026"/></p>
<h2>And Finally&#8230;The Biggest Shout‑Out</h2>
<p>To the Wildwood PLUS Team &#8211; I could not be prouder. This year, you<mark> <strong>Pushed Beyond</strong></mark> in every sense:</p>
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<li>Managing the press room with absolute professionalism and warmth</li>
<li>Supporting the ISE Press team, media and agencies and partners throughout the week</li>
<li>Ensuring every Wildwood client felt represented, looked after, and set up for success</li>
<li>Showing up across the halls, meetings, content rooms and media channels with energy, insight and heart</li>
<li>Living and breathing the spirit of this year’s theme, not just meeting expectations, but pushing beyond and surpassing them</li>
<li>Making connections and enjoying new business conversations – just awesome!</li>
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<p>You embraced the intensity, the opportunities, the pressure, the pace and you delivered. With humour, with grit, with passion and the trademark Wildwood “we’ve‑got‑this” attitude that makes our team so special.</p>
<p>Even from afar, watching you shine was one of the proudest moments of my career. This year, you didn’t just work hard…you lived our Wildwood CORE Values in every step of the journey.</p>
<h2>In a Year Defined by “Push Beyond” Wildwood Plus Truly Did</h2>
<p>Thank you to every single one of you.<br />Thank you to all our partners for trusting us.<br />And thank you to this incredible industry for always striving higher.</p>
<p><strong>Here’s to the stories told, the relationships built, the clients supported, and the boundaries broken. Here’s to ISE 2026, and to everything it will spark next.</strong></p>
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<h2>A Momentto Celebrate&#8230;</h2>
<p><strong>Contact Wildwood Plus today to discover how we can support your event</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://wildwoodplus.com/lets-collaborate/">Get in touch today</a></p>
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		<title>Connecting the Industry at the CEDIA Awards </title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Becca Skinner]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:46:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The process by which B2B decision-makers research and specify products has undergone a fundamental change. ]]></description>
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	<p>When the AV and smart home&nbsp;community&nbsp;comes together for the annual CEDIA Awards,&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;not just a night of celebration,&nbsp;but&nbsp;a&nbsp;union&nbsp;of connection&nbsp;and&nbsp;creativity. And for&nbsp;all of&nbsp;us at Wildwood Plus,&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;a key date in the calendar for exactly those reasons.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>As&nbsp;the&nbsp;team&nbsp;helping to run&nbsp;the CEDIA Awards on behalf&nbsp;of our longstanding client,&nbsp;CEDIA,&nbsp;we see first-hand how this event brings together the industry’s brightest talent and fosters genuine connection.&nbsp;As an agency with a foot in both tech and build sectors, it also offers the perfect chance to highlight how interior design and technology intersect, showing the potential of creative collaboration.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>An Industry Spotlight</h2>
<p>The CEDIA Awards shine a spotlight on the incredible talent, innovations&nbsp;and professionalism&nbsp;found&nbsp;across the home technology sector,&nbsp;that much is clear. But beyond the trophies and applause, the experience&nbsp;offers something even more valuable: a room full of ideas, relationships, and stories waiting to be shared.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As Jeff&nbsp;Hayward,&nbsp;co-owner&nbsp;at Wildwood Plus&nbsp;and host of the Integrated Home Podcast&nbsp;puts&nbsp;it,&nbsp;<em>“The CEDIA Awards works fantastically, shining a spotlight on the high&nbsp;quality and professionalism of CEDIA members and the work they do. But&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;also an event that brings the industry together.”</em>&nbsp;</p>
<p>That sense of connection is what makes the evening so important for us as a specialist PR and marketing agency. With around 400 people&nbsp;gathered&nbsp;from&nbsp;the likes of&nbsp;integrators,&nbsp;manufacturers,&nbsp;suppliers,&nbsp;partners, and&nbsp;media&nbsp;–&nbsp;it’s&nbsp;an unparalleled opportunity to engage and learn. For our team, those conversations fuel our understanding of where the market is heading, what challenges our clients face, and how we can help them tell their stories in the most relevant and impactful way.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Authentic Participants</h2>
<p>Events&nbsp;like the CEDIA Awards&nbsp;are a huge&nbsp;part of our job,&nbsp;not as spectators, but as&nbsp;authentic&nbsp;participants in the ecosystem&nbsp;helping to&nbsp;drive the industry forward. Our role&nbsp;isn’t&nbsp;just about crafting&nbsp;messaging&nbsp;or writing press releases.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;about being there,&nbsp;fully&nbsp;immersed in the environment our clients&nbsp;operate&nbsp;in, and understanding how every piece fits together.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>&nbsp;“We&nbsp;had&nbsp;a great&nbsp;opportunity&nbsp;to have some face-to-face time with&nbsp;our&nbsp;tech&nbsp;journalist&nbsp;guests&nbsp;this year&nbsp;&#8211; chatting about the articles&nbsp;they’re&nbsp;working on, offering editorial ideas, introducing them to&nbsp;our&nbsp;clients&nbsp;and letting them see the winning projects and products up close.&nbsp;That’s&nbsp;what PR is all about: developing relationships and creating opportunities you just&nbsp;can’t&nbsp;make happen from behind a&nbsp;screen,”&nbsp;</em>shares Shereen Russell, Senior Account Director at Wildwood.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Involving Interior Designers</h2>
<p>That’s&nbsp;also why we host tables that bring different&nbsp;elements of the field&nbsp;together.&nbsp;This year, we spread across two tables, one&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;leading technology journalists, helping&nbsp;to bridge the gap between&nbsp;companies&nbsp;and the media who share their stories. Another&nbsp;brought&nbsp;interior designers&nbsp;and journalists&nbsp;into the fold. As the industries merge closer and designers&nbsp;increasingly collaborate with integrators to create homes where design and technology work in harmony, these conversations at our tables&nbsp;are where connections can spark&nbsp;to&nbsp;go on to shape future partnerships, projects, and coverage.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Jenny Parker, Divisional Director for our Build clients, joined the CEDIA Awards for the first time this year, hosting our interiors table.&nbsp;<em>“Bringing design and build professionals together in that setting was genuinely exciting,”</em>&nbsp;she said.&nbsp;<em>“You could feel the energy around how these worlds are overlapping more than ever. Sharing the evening with interior designers, integrators, and manufacturers really highlighted how much potential there is when we collaborate.”</em>&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Representing Our Clients</h2>
<p>Ultimately, events&nbsp;like the CEDIA Awards remind us why what we do matters.&nbsp;Great communication&nbsp;doesn’t&nbsp;happen in isolation&nbsp;or from behind a screen,&nbsp;it happens through presence&nbsp;and a genuine understanding. Being there allows us to&nbsp;represent&nbsp;our clients authentically, spot new opportunities, and&nbsp;showcase&nbsp;the innovation and creativity that make this&nbsp;sector&nbsp;so&nbsp;very&nbsp;exciting.&nbsp;</p>
<p>At Wildwood Plus, the awards&nbsp;extend further&nbsp;than&nbsp;the&nbsp;celebration of&nbsp;excellence,&nbsp;they’re&nbsp;also a reminder of the vital role that strategic storytelling plays in keeping this industry connected, visible, and always moving forward.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>More than Recognition &#8211; Connecting the Industry at the CEDIA Awards</h2>
<p><strong>Contact Wildwood Plus today to discover how Wildwood can support your event.</strong></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shereen Russell]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:44:40 +0000</pubDate>
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	<p>When most people think of award schemes, they picture glamorous ceremonies, excited winners, and shiny trophies. And, while we at Wildwood Plus certainly help craft the stories that get our clients on stage (we’ve written hundreds of award-winning entries over the years), what many don’t realise is that we’re also the team behind award programmes themselves. </p>
<p>That’s right, we don’t just help clients win awards, we launch, project manage and promote award schemes from the ground up. With nearly two decades of experience in this space, we know what it takes to create an effective awards programme. </p>
<h2>Trusted by Leading Industry Names&nbsp;</h2>
<p>Now in our 31<sup>st</sup> year, we’ve have had the pleasure of working with several clients to bring their awards dreams to life. </p>
<p><a href="https://cedia.org/smart-home-professionals/connection/smart-home-awards/"><strong>CEDIA Smart Home Awards</strong></a> – This awards programme has been running for 19 years. It celebrates excellence in home technology and is a cornerstone of the smart home industry calendar.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>We fully support the CEDIA team in determining the categories and criteria, selecting judges, contacting members to encourage entries, supporting the judging process, script writing, creating awards presentations and producing video content for the ceremonies. All this while also promoting the programme via a PR campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.aircon.panasonic.eu/GB_en/happening/pro-awards-5th-edition/"><strong>Panasonic PRO Awards</strong></a> – For over 10 years, we’ve supported Panasonic in honouring outstanding HVAC project work across Europe.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>In 2015, we worked with the Panasonic team to recognise that there was a need for an awards programme. Since then, this industry-leading manufacturer has awarded customers from 10 countries, with the awards running every second year.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our team work on this project from start to finish for each edition. Beginning with setting the timeline for the programme, identifying the categories and defining the criteria, collating the entries and formatting them ready for the judging panel and announcing the winners across Europe through the PR campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p><a href="https://biid.org.uk/biid-interior-design-awards"><strong>BIID Awards</strong></a> – Launched just four years ago, the British Institute of Interior Design Awards has gained great momentum since then, becoming a prestigious award win for interior designers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>We worked closely with the BIID team and an external events partner to help launch the brand-new awards scheme in Year One. From then, the programme has developed into an annual celebration that receives entries from interior designers and design studios across the UK and recognises the very best interior design projects.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>We run an engaging and exciting awards campaign to help generate interest and awareness. We focus on PR and social media activity – including a paid social campaign – to drive entries. We then promote other milestones in the campaign such as the announcement of the shortlist and showcasing the award-winning projects. Other activities include creating video content, Instagram Live sessions to give top tips for entry, sponsor management and attending the judging day. We’re also part of the events team on the day of the awards ceremony held at the stunning Draper&#8217;s Hall in London, covering tasks such as social media coverage (including live updates on award wins), media liaison and filling goodie bags!</p>
<p>Each of these schemes is unique, and that’s where our tailored approach comes in.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our team offers a full suite of services to deliver successful award programmes, including:&nbsp;</p>
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<li>Website and entry platform management&nbsp;</li>
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<li>PR and promotional campaigns&nbsp;</li>
<li>Finalist and winner announcements&nbsp;</li>
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<p>Event communications (live or virtual)&nbsp;</p>
<p>Whether you’re launching an award scheme for the first time or looking to reinvigorate an established one, we’d love to help bring the creativity, logistics, and marketing know-how to make it a success. Let’s create something worth celebrating.&nbsp;</p>
<p>At Wildwood Plus, we believe in the power of awards. It’s not just about celebrating excellence, it’s also to build brand authority, grow your network and create valuable industry visibility.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Contact us today</strong> to learn more about our award scheme management services.&nbsp;</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tanya Houston]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 13:47:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	<p>As the CEO &amp; Managing Director of Wildwood Plus, I had the distinct honour of serving as a judge for the PRCA DARE Awards this year.</p>
<p>This experience has not only been incredibly rewarding but also highlighted the significant role that industry award schemes play in promoting excellence and innovation within the PR and communications sector.</p>
<h2>Celebrating Excellence and Innovation</h2>
<p>Industry award schemes like the <a href="https://www.prcadareawards.com/">PRCA Dare Awards</a> are essential for several reasons. Firstly, they provide a platform to celebrate the outstanding work being done by professionals and agencies across the industry</p>
<p>These awards recognise the creativity, strategic thinking, and dedication that go into crafting successful PR campaigns. By acknowledging these efforts, we not only celebrate individual and team achievements but also set benchmarks for excellence to which others can aspire.</p>
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<h2>Encouraging Best Practices</h2>
<p>One of the key benefits of participating in award schemes is the opportunity to showcase best practices. As PR agencies, we are often focused on promoting our clients and their successes. However, it is equally important to take a step back and reflect on our own work. Preparing award entries can be time-consuming, but it is a valuable exercise in self-assessment and improvement. It encourages agencies to critically evaluate their strategies, outcomes, and overall impact, leading to continuous growth and development.</p>
<h2>Inspiring the Industry</h2>
<p>The diversity and quality of entries I reviewed as a judge for the <a href="https://www.prcadareawards.com/">PRCA Dare Awards</a> were truly inspiring. From innovative digital campaigns to impactful community engagement initiatives, the submissions demonstrated the incredible talent and creativity within our industry. It was heartwarming to see how agencies are pushing the boundaries and finding new ways to connect with audiences.</p>
<p>This spirit of innovation not only drives the industry forward but also inspires others to think creatively and strive for excellence</p>
<h2>Identifying Award Schemes and Crafting Entries</h2>
<p>Identifying the right award schemes for your agency or client is crucial. At Wildwood Plus, we have successfully identified and participated in various award schemes, many of which are run by industry publishers and associations.</p>
<p>Crafting entries for such awards involves highlighting the innovative solutions and measurable impact of the projects. For <a href="https://www.aircon.panasonic.eu/GB_en/">Panasonic Heating &amp; Cooling</a>, we focused on showcasing the energy efficiency, sustainability, and overall performance of their installations, backed up with installer and customer testimonials.</p>
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<h2>Our Successes</h2>
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<h2>Wildwood Plus has a track record of success in various award schemes.</h2>
<p>Our entries for <a href="https://www.distech-controls.com/en-gb/">Distech Controls</a> and <a href="https://www.aircon.panasonic.eu/GB_en/">Panasonic Heating &amp; Cooling</a> have been recognised for their excellence in several industry award schemes; for Panasonic we achieved 14 award wins during 2024/25 out of 16 created and submitted.</p>
<p>The category wins included, Collaboration of the Year, Public Sector Project of the Year, Best Residential heat pump project, Domestic Energy Saving Product and Heat Pump Product of the Year to name a few.</p>
<p>These accolades not only validate our efforts but also motivate us to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in our industry.</p>
<p>And for Distech Controls we won the i8moressive IBcon Digie Award for Best AI Tech innovation for its Resense Move.</p>
<p>Award schemes are not just a way to boost your ego or show off your achievements. They can also have tangible benefits for your business, such as increasing your visibility, enhancing your reputation, attracting new customers, and motivating your staff.</p>
<h2>My Experience as a Judge</h2>
<p>Judging the PRCA Dare Awards was a deeply enriching experience. It provided me with a unique perspective on the breadth and depth of work being done across the PR and communications landscape. The process involved evaluating a wide range of submissions, each with its own unique approach and impact. It was a privilege to witness the passion and dedication that went into each entry.</p>
<p>While the task of judging was challenging due to the high calibre of submissions, it was also incredibly rewarding. It reinforced the importance of recognizing and celebrating the hard work and creativity that define our industry. I encourage all PR agencies to take their own advice and get involved in award schemes. By doing so, we not only promote our own achievements but also contribute to the collective growth and advancement of the industry.</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>Industry award schemes like the PRCA Dare Awards play a crucial role in celebrating excellence, encouraging best practices, and inspiring innovation within the PR and communications sector. My experience as a judge has been a testament to the incredible talent and creativity that exists within our industry. I look forward to continuing to support and celebrate the amazing work being done by PR professionals and agencies around the world.</p>
<p>Thank you for reading, and I hope to see many more inspiring entries in the future!</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeff Hayward]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 13:09:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sales jargon, a lack of transparency, purchased ‘influence,’ and confusing messaging are rife in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, and they don’t help brands win over customers or grow loyalty among employees. Cutting through the noise and reaching your target audience in a genuine and meaningful way is more important than ever.]]></description>
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	<p>Sales jargon, a lack of transparency, purchased ‘influence,’ and confusing messaging are rife in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, and they don’t help brands win over customers or grow loyalty among employees. Cutting through the noise and reaching your target audience in a genuine and meaningful way is more important than ever.</p>
<p>Podcasts offer a unique opportunity to engage listeners, build loyalty, and expand your brand&#8217;s reach and authenticity. Wildwood Plus is proud to present our comprehensive podcast service designed to help you harness the power of this dynamic and growing medium.</p>
<p><strong>Our End-to-End Podcast Production Process</strong> </p>
<p>At Wildwood Plus, we have a proven track record of providing a complete end-to-end podcast production process. We create compelling audio content that captivates and engages your audience, fostering a deep connection with your brand. Our team handles everything from concept development and scriptwriting to recording, editing, and distribution, ensuring a seamless and high-quality listening experience.. </p>
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<h2>Why Podcasts?</h2>
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<h2>CIH Euronics Podcast</h2>
<p>One of our current marquee clients, we currently produce and present the CIH Euronics podcast, a private, subscriber-only podcast for the 450+ Euronics network of agents across the UK and Ireland.</p>
<p>This podcast serves as a dynamic form of internal communication, replacing endless emails. It keeps CIH agents informed about promotions, offers, and changes, while also featuring interviews with agents who share best practices and success stories. The podcast serves as the ideal mechanism for highlighting the company’s key messages to its network in a comprehensive, yet digestible way.</p>
<p><strong>Aim<em>:</em></strong> Enhance CIH Euronics’ internal communications, boost engagement, and strengthen loyalty among CIH agents. Highlight the unique advantages of being part of this class-leading international association.</p>
<p><strong>Impact<em>:</em></strong> Launched in December 2023 and currently in production on Episode 8, the CIH Euronics podcast has grown significantly, with just over 300 members currently subscribed, or around 65% of the company’s current agent network. Wildwood Plus also had the pleasure of recording a special live podcast at the <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/euronicsuk_euronicsuk-shoplocal-independentretailers-activity-7190990903589679104--yT6?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Euronics Showcase in Birmingham</a>, where we interviewed the company’s brand ambassador Nick Knowles, alongside senior representatives from the likes of Sony, Miele, and Bosch. Both direct clients and CIH agents have been very complimentary of the podcast to date, highlighting a greater baseline of company and promotional knowledge across the business, alongside fostering a greater community spirit. But don’t just take our word for it…</p>
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<blockquote class="nectar_single_testimonial" tabindex="0" data-color="" data-style="basic_left_image"><div class="inner"> <p>“The CIH Euronics podcast is a groundbreaking piece for us. We send our members many, many emails which can get read, or be easily overlooked. We’ve started creating video content which does get some eyeballs. But the podcast is giving our members the ultimate way to digest all the key information that we want to share with them. Because it’s audio, they can pick and choose when and where they listen to it – when they’re out delivering in the van, working in the office, or in spare time in the mornings, evenings or at the weekend when they’re walking the dog, making a meal or wherever. The podcast is really cutting through and the response from our members to it has been fantastic.” </p><div role="presentation" data-shadow="true" class="image-icon " style="background-image: url(https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Paul-Goldsmith-Euronics.jpg);"></div><span class="wrap"><span>Paul Goldsmith</span><span class="title">Head of Marketing | CIH</span></span></div></blockquote>
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	<p>Outside of the work we do for Euronics, we have also created two industry-focused podcasts tailored to interior designers, architects, and home technology integrators. The Wildwood Plus-hosted podcasts aim to foster skills and knowledge sharing within their respective industry sectors. These continue to be fantastic vehicles to facilitate knowledge exchange and enhance our clients&#8217; communication strategies via a trusted and respected medium.</p>
<p>Wildwood Plus&#8217; podcast services offer a unique and effective way to connect with your audience, share valuable insights, and build strong relationships. Whether you&#8217;re looking to enhance internal communications, engage your workforce, or establish a thought leadership programme, our end-to-end podcast production and class-leading digital marketing expertise can help. Let us elevate your brand through the power of compelling audio storytelling. </p>
<p>Let us elevate your brand through the power of compelling audio storytelling.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ruth Jones]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:30:07 +0000</pubDate>
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Now, as fun as all these trips were – and, remarkably, climbing the O2 in the rain was still fun – they all served an important purpose. It’s something that PR and marketing is all about, they are about brand building, developing relationships and providing unique content.

A media trip provides first hand experiences that cannot be replicated through press releases or virtual meetings. But why are they so important?]]></description>
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	<p>Over the years I have been lucky enough to organise a range of media trips. I’ve climbed the O2 in the pouring rain, watched raw clay be turned into bricks and stood mesmerised as acrylic is sprayed onto a bath.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Now, as fun as all these trips were – and, remarkably, climbing the O2 in the rain was still fun – they all served an important purpose. It’s something that PR and marketing is all about, they are about brand building, developing relationships and providing unique content.</p>
<p>A media trip provides first hand experiences that cannot be replicated through press releases or virtual meetings. But why are they so important?</p>
<h2>Build relationships</h2>
<p>Media trips offer an excellent opportunity to build and nurture relationships with journalists, influencers, and other media professionals. Building relationships with your key media can lead to valuable content, longer term partnerships and be beneficial for future campaigns and product launches.</p>
<p>When the media feel valued and have an emotional connection with the brand, they are more likely to keep that brand front of mind for future opportunities. Moreover, brands gain insight into what journalists care about, which can help in crafting stories that are more aligned with the media&#8217;s needs and audience interests.</p>
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<h2>Reach the right audience</h2>
<p>One of the primary advantages of media trips is the coverage they generate across various media platforms. By inviting journalists, bloggers, and influencers to experience your headquarters, factory or demo space, you can position your brand to a targeted audience. When inviting people on the media trip, think carefully about the messaging and who will be interested in your news or brand. </p>
<p>Whether it is trade or consumer, vertical markets you work within ensure you have a takeaway for everyone you invite.</p>
<h2>Work to your budget</h2>
<p>Compared to the costs associated with large-scale advertising campaigns, media trips can be a more cost-effective activity. For example, inviting journalists to your space and hosting them there reduces the costs compared to doing something like exhibiting at a show. You also get their undivided attention instead of battling with a busy show floor. &nbsp;</p>
<h2>Be exclusive</h2>
<p>Whether it’s behind-the-scenes tours, interviews with key figures, or exclusive events, media trips allow journalists unique opportunities to create compelling and original content that will be different to their competitors. This not only enriches their portfolios but also provides your brand with distinctive coverage that stands out.</p>
<p>For instance, a manufacturer launching a new sensor may invite select journalists to their research facility. The attendees can not only see the new sensor technology but also gain insights into the development process. This insider view leads to richer, more nuanced articles that differentiate from generic product launches.</p>
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<h2>Media trips are a Win-win strategy</h2>
<p>Media trips provide substantial benefits for both organisers and journalists. For businesses, they offer an effective way to boost publicity, enhance credibility, and build valuable relationships. For media professionals, they provide unique content opportunities and the chance to learn more about the brand and industry. Embracing media trips as part of your marketing strategy can lead to significant and lasting rewards, making them a worthwhile investment for any brand looking to make a meaningful impact.</p>
<p>If you’d like to find out more about how media trips could work for your brand, contact us today. </p>
<p><a href="https://wildwoodplus.com/lets-collaborate/">Get in touch today</a></p>
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		<title>Have You Seen Our Rebrand?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Will Houston]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 13:18:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[You might have noticed that Wildwood has evolved. For the last nearly 29 years, we’ve been incredibly active under the umbrella ‘Wildwood PR’ – and you may know us for great PR campaigns, but do you know we offer PR plus video production, plus media buying and advertising, plus social media campaigns…plus digital marketing and so much more….]]></description>
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	<p>You might have noticed that Wildwood has evolved. For the last nearly 29 years, we’ve been incredibly active under the umbrella ‘Wildwood PR’ – and you may know us for great PR campaigns, but do you know we offer PR plus video production, plus media buying and advertising, plus social media campaigns…plus digital marketing and so much more….</p>
<p>So we’ve decided to refresh our brand – we are still Wildwood PR – but now Wildwood PLUS so much more….</p>
<p>We’ve recently refreshed our brand to reflect the range of content creation and management services we offer, in addition to our <a href="https://wildwoodplus.com/success-showcase/">award-winning PR campaigns</a>.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" src="https://wildwoodplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/WW-PLUS-The-road-to-WW-Plus-2-1024x1024.jpg" alt=""/><em>The road to Wildwood +</em></p>
<p>The fast-moving digital landscape is driving organisations to engage and interact with their audiences in new and exciting ways. We have fully embraced this evolution, creating innovative video, audio and digital content to support the PR services we provide. Moving from Wildwood PR to Wildwood Plus describes more accurately what we do – we’re a ‘one-stop’ shop for our clients’ marketing needs.</p>
<p>You might not know about all the services we provide, so here’s a quick recap. Wildwood Plus offers:</p>
<h2><strong>PR Expertise</strong></h2>
<p>Our team connects creative thinking and media knowledge to build fully integrated PR campaigns that reach your target audience. We get right under the skin of your brand, using our insights and experience to build intelligent, strategic and people-focused campaigns that deliver real commercial value. Whether it’s a bespoke project or a long-term campaign, we create exciting, specialist content that’s right for relevant digital and print media channels.</p>
<h2><strong>Digital Marketing</strong></h2>
<p>We build, plan and deliver solutions that cut through to reach your digital audiences, from engaging advertising campaigns to website creation and copy writing. We create and schedule relevant, rich content for your social media platforms, and engage directly with your customers to help build brand personality and grow your audience.</p>
<h2><strong>Impactful Video and Animation</strong></h2>
<p>Our video content is carefully developed to engage, excite and inspire audiences. We plan and execute every detail of your production. From the initial creative concept and messaging, through to storyboarding, direction, editing, post-production, and delivery for social, web and online use.</p>
<h2><strong>Powerful Podcasts</strong></h2>
<p>Podcasts offer a great medium to reach consumer and B2B audiences. We not only create concepts but also manage, script, host, edit and distribute a series that can talk directly to your target audience using audio only and YouTube platforms. Our expertise extends to sponsorship sales and messaging and the provision of detailed analytics, to help you build and grow your audience over time in support of brand and business objectives.</p>
<h2><strong>Exciting Events</strong> </h2>
<p>The Wildwood team plan and deliver a wide range of campaigns for events and we have a really exciting schedule for 2023! From managing client events to growing visitor numbers for international trade shows, driving entries for high-profile award schemes and more, we’ve worked on events of all shapes and sizes. Whether you need industry insights to help curate inspiring panel discussions or management of an online press conference, then our expert teams can help with all aspects of your event.</p>
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