NICK THORNTON
Founder
Nick Thornton began his career at Burson-Marsteller and has over 25 years’ experience in the property sector and place making. Nick has worked on leading destinations around the world, including the Far East, Middle East and continental Europe. In the UK, Nick has helped build destination brands such as Bluewater and Liverpool ONE, the former working as in-house marketing manager for developer, Lendlease, during construction. Nick launched Aver in 2012 and the consultancy has built a reputation for providing effective strategic advice and implementation aligned to clients’ business objectives. Nick advises on strategic direction and messaging, as well as undertaking special projects that complement Aver’s retained work. Outside work, Nick’s time is dedicated to his family and Land Rovers.
FELICITY STRAWSON
Deputy Managing Director
Felicity has worked in media communications for over 10 years, offering a unique mix of agency and in-house experience. Felicity has specialised in placemaking, having represented national, governmental tourist boards, including Discover Puerto Rico, Vienna Tourist Board and Pro Colombia. Felicity has also worked for a range of leading international hotel groups and private properties, such as the Dorchester Collection, Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo and Generator. Felicity is bringing her placemaking knowledge to the retail and property sectors at Aver PR. In her spare time, Felicity loves to explore new places and cultures, get competitive in a game of tennis, attempt Pilates and overindulge in chocolate.
DANIEL BLEACH
Client Services Director
Daniel joined Aver in June 2019, bringing three years’ experience of planning and development PR, supporting national housebuilders, strategic landowners, retailers, and public bodies with political and stakeholder engagement. He is a keen cook and once owned a start-up food business, but now just trials new recipes on friends and family. Throughout lockdown Daniel tried his hand at a number of different crafts, from candle making to paint by numbers to clay modelling, but finally found his calling as a gardener, and is a very proud plant parent. He also fosters a cat called Suzie, who doesn’t like him.
HARRIET SHAW
Account Manager
Harriet joined the team with a background in creative advertising and, after a stint in charity advertising working with high profile charities such as WaterAid, RSPCA and Dementia UK, retail strategy led her to Aver in 2018. Harriet puts her creativity into the creation of her bespoke wool rugs in her spare time and is joined by her sidekick and chief office dog, Sprout. You might even have spotted her on Grand Designs too.
ALICE BINGLEY
Account Manager
After completing a master’s degree in Public Relations, and with a keen passion for writing, Alice decided to begin her PR career at Aver. With a strong interest in property, particularly centred around retail and leisure destinations, Alice is now living her PR dream in her favourite city. You’ll either find Alice tucking into a Nando’s, or on Oxford Street buying clothes she doesn’t need.
CLAIRE COWAN
Senior Account Executive
Claire completed her BA (Hons) degree in English Literature at the University of Manchester before joining the team at Aver in February 2022, bringing with her an avid interest in writing, communication and a desire to immerse herself in the world of PR. Outside of the office, you’ll find Claire either with her nose in a book or in a bookshop buying too many of them. Claire’s new favourite activity is to explore the city she’s only recently been able to call home.
ANGEL CONSTANTINOU
Account Executive
After completing a masters in Comparative Literature at UCL, Angel decided that a job in PR would allow her to follow her passion for writing and pursue a career path that has always attracted her. This led to beginning her PR journey with Aver, where she is now able to explore multiple areas of interest, such as retail and hospitality. In her spare time Angel can be found jumping from one creative hobby to another or having a look around some of London’s newest exhibits.
