Ollie was named UK Consultant of the Year by the communications industry body the PRCA in 2020. He specialises in public affairs, strategy, media, crisis communications and reputation management. Prior to PLMR, he was chief press officer at the Department for Education, leading media for Secretaries of State and Ministers including Ed Balls, Michael Gove, Nick Gibb, Lord Nash, Liz Truss and David Laws, and shaping positive coverage for the Government's education reforms. He was also seconded to the 10 Downing Street press operation when David Cameron was Prime Minister. Ollie started his career as a newspaper journalist, working on a number of regional and national titles. Ollie has unparalleled experience navigating clients through high-pressure situations and challenging political environments.