Leslie Bishop

About

As an experienced communications strategist with over 20 years of experience, I am passionate about connecting brands to audiences through powerful storytelling. With a proven track record of success in driving measurable conversion and fostering long-term loyalty, I leverage data to inform brand narrative, positioning and purpose, creative territories, programming, and media plans. A versatile and results-oriented leader who excels in solving complex business challenges. Recognized for the ability to grow businesses, expand client relationships, and ensure excellence is delivered within budget. Specialties: comms strategy, brand strategy, new business, data, team leadership I thrive in fast-paced environments, where I can leverage my insatiable curiosity to develop ownable and effective brand expressions.

Experience

• Strategic Communications Consultant03-01-2025

  As a Strategic Communications Consultant, likely responsible for advising clients on communication strategies, enhancing brand messaging, and improving public relations efforts.

• Managing Partner / Executive Vice President, Global Strategy · 5WPR07-01-2021 – 04-01-2025

  Led global strategy initiatives, overseeing strategic planning and execution for public relations campaigns. Managed client relationships and contributed to business growth and development.

• Senior Vice President, Group Director · 5WPR08-01-2020 – 07-01-2021

  Focused on CPG, Lifestyle, Beauty, Health & Wellness sectors, leading teams to deliver impactful communication strategies and campaigns.

• Senior Vice President · LaFORCE11-01-2019 – 08-01-2020

  Division leader of the Fashion & Target Practice, comprised of 20 professionals, creating integrated communications programs for consumer brands. Responsibility included meeting business development, profitability, and staff development and retention goals for the Practice. Member of the Executive Leadership Team. Services spanned a range of consumer initiatives for Target, Converse, Shea Moisture, Boden, Hunter, Swarovski & Clarks.

Education

• University for the Creative ArtsAssociate's degree, Communication and Media Studies
• Surrey Institute of Art and Design UniversityAssociate's degree, Communications

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