Coate PR - Taking The Reins

Coate PR's queen of PR, Kim Forster talks us through securing media coverage for clients, challenges of the role, changes in what people think of as 'traditional PR' and how her background has given her some invaluable experience which is now benefitting our clients. 

Putting a magazine together is no small feat, especially if there's only one of you! Editor of Your Horse Magazine, Julie Harding tells us how she came about being in this role, how she managed to bring up four children in the middle of an extremely full-on career and how she sees publications and journalism going forwards.

Riding on the roads has become daunting for many riders, which is why the Dead Slow Campaign by the British Horse Society has had such an impact. Alan Hiscox, Director of Safety at the BHS has spearheaded the campaign, alongside his colleague Des, and is extremely passionate about educating not just drivers, but riders too. His time in the Mounted Police gave him invaluable experiences and he shares with us some fun ways to help prepare your horse, ready to go out on the roads!

Listen in to Flo and Alanna discussing how they got into creating content online, which of their content does the best (hint, we're pretty nosy as humans!), why transparency is so important when working with brands and some of the amazing opportunities that they've had so far.

Dorset based lifestyle photographer India shares her story, from helping family with marketing a start-up, to a successful photographer working with some incredible brands across the world. Listen in to find out why 'down time' is India's worst nightmare and what her big dream is for the future.

It's safe to say former Olympic event rider Jonty Evans has faced significant challenges in his life over the past few years - from the threat of losing his top horse 'Art' to sustaining life changing injuries in a fall only a year later. Jonty's resilience shines through in this podcast and he goes into more detail about the impact and the direction his life has taken now.

Digital and Social Media Executive Jo talks all things socials, including how to prioritise your own channels and how to make a plan rather than just posting for the sake of posting. Plus, find out why we love colour coding here at Coate PR!

Juggling a corporate career and horses certainly isn't easy but it's something that Rhi Davies of Riding with Rhi is passionate about sharing on her channels to enable others to live their dream life. Rhi introduced Equestrian money diaries earlier this year, which helps followers gain an insight into the cost of owning and keeping horses across the country. Listen in to hear what Rhi recommends for those juggling their career with horses, how work influences her content and how she's getting on with her young horse.

Join Sophie in a conversation with Pete and Louis, Co-Directors of Cotswold Film Company to discuss how the company came about, challenges the team face and their dream for the business - a real heart warmer! These two have literally known each other forever and make a great team as well as great content, so find out more about where it all started.

Tiggy is our in house Digital and Social Media Executive and on this podcast talks us through best practice for creating a social media plan for an event.

Bizza Walters has various roles within the agricultural industry and recently worked with the Coate PR team on some social media activity at The Game Fair 2024. Tune in to hear about Bizza’s special sheep, her role with Yellow Wellies and her thoughts on the latest industry challenges. 

Delve into the world of running the South West's leading equestrian venue with Bicton's Co-Directors Helen West and Andrew Fell. We've worked with Helen and Andrew for over five years to manage the PR and Marketing for Bicton, including for their 4* International event in May.Have a listen to find out more about Andrew's love of Marvin, what it's like to work together as husband and wife and what the future holds for Bicton Arena.

Join us for our very first episode of Taking The Reins, where Managing Director April Coate talks to Sophie all about the development of the podcast as well as delving into the agency and April's career highlights.