Claire Crutchley, previously of Current Global and Ketchum, has been appointed Business Growth Director at Speed Communications.

Claire brings over 20 years of experience in senior roles across global PR networks and independent agencies. At Current Global, she led marketing and communications on the agency's accessible content initiative and provided business development support across global campaigns.

Claire will work with Managing Director Kelly Pepworth to build on the Bristol-based agency's growth strategy, focusing on business and consumer brand storytelling, digital PR, corporate communications, social media and influencer marketing.