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Your Trusted PR & Marketing Partner in East Sussex
We operate as an extension of your team, leveraging multi-disciplinary expertise and media knowledge to deliver tailored PR and marketing strategies. With over 17 years of experience in public relations and marketing communications, our approach combines strategic advice with tactical execution, prioritising client collaboration and message amplification. Our track record includes securing national media coverage, managing crisis communications, and developing award-winning campaigns across diverse sectors.We specialise in integrating traditional PR with digital strategies, including social media and content creation, to maximise client visibility. Our commitment to measurable results has earned us long-term partnerships with SMEs and PLCs, evidenced by testimonials highlighting our proactive, creative, and results-driven methodology.
Services
Public Relations
Crisis Management
Marketing Campaigns
Social Media Management
Awards Strategy
Media Relations
Branding
Promotional Strategies
Graphic Design
Website Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of cross-sector PR and marketing expertise
- Our team combines media relations proficiency with digital innovation
- We deliver measurable results through tailored, client-centric strategies
- Our crisis management approach prioritises proactive reputation protection
- We maintain a proven track record of securing national media coverage
What people say
Real pleasure
Incredible value
Delighted with service
Pro-active, efficient, creative
Highly adaptable
Services
Public Relations
We develop strategic PR campaigns that combine traditional media outreach with digital platforms to enhance brand visibility. Our approach focuses on crafting compelling narratives, securing national and regional media coverage, and maintaining consistent messaging across all channels. With expertise in press releases, feature articles, and media training, we help businesses build credibility and public trust through targeted communication strategies.
Crisis Management
Our crisis communications service prepares organisations for unexpected challenges through comprehensive planning and rapid response strategies. We specialise in developing contingency plans, training spokespersons, and managing media relations during critical situations. By maintaining control over messaging and implementing damage limitation tactics, we help businesses protect their reputation and maintain stakeholder confidence during challenging periods.
Marketing Campaigns
We create comprehensive marketing campaigns that blend traditional and digital strategies to maximise brand exposure. Our services include branding development, promotional planning, and creative design across multiple platforms. By aligning marketing objectives with business goals, we deliver campaigns that generate measurable results through targeted audience engagement and strategic content distribution.
Awards Strategy
Our award submission service helps businesses showcase their achievements through professionally crafted entries. We specialise in identifying relevant industry awards, developing compelling narratives, and presenting submissions with maximum impact. With experience securing national and regional accolades for clients, we understand what judges look for and how to present achievements in the most favourable light to increase winning chances.
Social Media Management
We develop and implement social media strategies that complement traditional PR efforts while building online credibility. Our services include content creation, community engagement, and analytics tracking across major platforms. By integrating social media with broader marketing objectives, we help businesses maintain consistent brand messaging, engage with target audiences, and monitor digital reputation effectively.
People
Kate McCoy
Founder & Director
With 17+ years in marketing communications, Kate holds an MBS in International Marketing. She has led PR for Jurys Inn hotels, worked with The Irish Tourist Board, and managed marketing for Viacom. She established Cloud Nine PR a decade ago, combining strategic expertise with creative execution.
Sandra Howard
Senior Account Manager
A former journalist with 10+ years writing for national newspapers, Sandra specialises in media relations and content creation. She has worked with East Sussex County Council, Brighton and Hove Economic Partnership, and various PR agencies, bringing extensive media knowledge and writing expertise to client campaigns.
Questions
What PR services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tailored PR solutions including media relations, content creation, social media integration, and crisis management specifically adapted for SMEs' needs and budgets.
How do you handle crisis communications?
We develop proactive crisis plans, train spokespersons, and implement controlled messaging strategies to protect reputation while maintaining stakeholder trust during challenging situations.
Can you help with award submissions?
Yes, we specialise in preparing compelling award entries that highlight achievements effectively, with a proven track record of securing national and regional accolades for clients.
Do you work with international clients?
While based in East Sussex, we work with clients across the UK and internationally, leveraging our media contacts and adaptable strategies to suit different markets.
How do you measure PR success?
We track media coverage quality and quantity, website traffic increases, social media engagement, and direct business leads generated through our campaigns.
What industries do you specialise in?
We work across diverse sectors including healthcare, hospitality, technology, and professional services, adapting our approach to each industry's specific requirements.
Reviews (4)
Clifden House
Aug 03, 2016
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Kate & Nancy have helped us move from purely adds based marketing to a little more 'show and glow', with a rebranding, and gentler mentions in local press and glossies, as well as bolstering our online presence. With word of mouth and reputation so important to us a care business, this gentle push is exactly what we were after. Many thanks!
Tim Franklin
Jul 22, 2016
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Kate and her team have worked for us over many years and this is because Kate comes up with some great ideas, is very tenacious, opens doors and makes things happen. Plus, she's a lovely person to deal with.
Emily Sander
Oct 30, 2015
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We have built up a great relationship with Kate and Nancy at Cloud Nine PR over the last year. Their support in promoting the many events at the Enterprise Shopping Centre has been effective and invaluable. They are responsive, professional, creative and always a pleasure to work with!
Simon Tompkins
Jun 01, 2015
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Like many privately owned companies we do not have the resources or expertise to manage our own PR. With some scepticism we decided to enter the PR world. We enlisted the help of Cloud Nine PR & Marketing and have not looked back since! We have found Cloud Nine PR to be both approachable and understanding to the needs of our business. At no point have we felt a power struggle in terms of what we deemed best for the company or the direction we see our business heading.
Importantly they have been extremely open to our suggestions whilst also providing good strategic advice and great ideas. Without
Importantly they have been extremely open to our suggestions whilst also providing good strategic advice and great ideas. Without
