Gibson and Hart Swop Sides

UK (SANEPR.com) October 3, 2008 -- Alan Gibson joins MediaVision as Trading and Communications Director whilst Marilyn Hart signs-on as Regional Press Director, both will be based at MediaVision’s Headquarters in Edinburgh.

Alan has over 20 years of experience working within the media industry, best know as the Sales and Marketing Director at SMG Plc (Scottish Media Group) and more recently the Managing Director of XFM Scotland.

Alan will be bringing his vast pool of media knowledge to MediaVision and as Trading and Communications Director, will be responsible for broadcast media and external communications.

Speaking before heading off on honeymoon Alan said, “I am thrilled to be joining what I’ve always considered to be Scotland’s leading media buying agency and I look forward to working with Sue and colleagues, across a range of excellent clients while bringing a different perspective to the table.”

Marilyn joins MediaVision with a lifetime of Media and Sales expertise, including over 15 years of experience with the media giant Newsquest, where she was previously the National Sales Manager.

As Regional Press Director of MediaVision, Marilyn will be responsible for all regional press negotiations. Marilyn’s considerable experience and extensive knowledge of the UK’s regional media outlets will be a real asset to MediaVision.

Marilyn said, “I am looking forward to joining MediaVision and embarking on this new challenge. This is an exciting opportunity to sit on the other side of the fence and use my knowledge to get the best value for customers.”

Managing Director of MediaVision, Sue Holloway said “We are delighted to bring such well known and respected individuals on board, each with a lifetime of media experience across many sectors.”

“As the fasted growing media agency in the UK, I am confident that MediaVision is moving forward with the strongest team in place to provide the very best in creative and cost effective media planning.”

These appointments come at a time when there is much scepticism within the economy, yet despite the current economic climate, MediaVision has gone from strength to strength.

Sue Holloway said, “We continue to negotiate hard and give added value to our clients, as such MediaVision has continued to grow its client base and extend its expertise”

Established over a decade ago, MediaVision has become recognised as one of Scotland’s leading media independents, offering effective and creative media planning for local, national as well as international clients.

Issued on behalf of Media Vision by LLLink at Forth House, 5 Johns Place, EH6 7EL.
Contact Emma Sykes on (0131) 561 8416 or emma.sykes@mediavision.co.uk