Why you should use our services
Why we’re special?
- Consistent and continuous director involvement. With all our clients, either Jessica or Jan will be involved and active on your account.
- The team is a mix of ‘old and new’ – from enthusiastic graduates to wise owls, AKA PR has a combination of age and experience to ensure you get the best from us.
- Our size is a big advantage – not too small, not too big, in fact just right!
- We provide a very thorough approach to PR including reporting, evidence and feedback.
- Our dedication to achieving results means we put a lot of time and effort in for the fee.
- Long established – AKA PR was founded in 1992 and has had solid growth over the years.
- Strong writing skills – AKA is run by two former journalists so great copy and a natural nose for news are key strengths.
We're truly flattered at the nice things people have said about us! If you're looking for a communications partner we hope their comments will give you the confidence to give us a go!
Media Testimonials
"I have used AKA for the past few years with various photo shoots for homes magazines as I work on a freelance basis. I have always found the girls extremely helpful with product and information and delivery of product is prompt which is vital for the working of a successful photo shoot."
- Suzy Webster, Freelance Journalist
"I have always found AKA PR to be fast, efficient and extremely helpful with my requests for information, images, comments and quotes. They know exactly what journalists need and always deliver on time in a friendly and helpful way."
- Hayley Gilbert, Freelance Interiors Journalist
"AKA PR bring a whole new package to the world of PR; friendly, efficient and punctual. I always find them a complete joy to deal with and as a freelancer with a busy schedule and urgent deadlines to meet they have never let me down. I am always amazed at the speed with which they organise product for shoots, send press releases for information and email images for features. With helpful friendly advice and prompt organisation you could not hope for a better team to work with serving both their clients and journalists/stylists with equal enthusiasm and care."
- Jessica Contomichalos, Freelance Journalist
"I have dealt with AKA for a number of years and have always found them to be highly professional in all areas. They are one of the first I turn to for contributions to a variety of features."
- Dennis Flower, Freelance Journalist
"I have dealt with the team at AKA for a number of years and have always found them a joy to work with. They have a real understanding of what the home interest press needs: they respond quickly and professionally to requests for information and images, they are very pro-active on behalf of their clients, but above all they are friendly, approachable and go that extra mile, which makes all the difference."
- Anna-Lisa De'Ath, Editor, Your Home
"I work with more than 50 PR and advertising companies for my two B2B publications and I know AKA to be one of the best in the business. A model of efficiency, always accommodating, full of ideas and initiatives, AKA is always willing to help, often going to extreme lengths to execute a particular job. In summary, the involvement of AKA with my publications has always been very helpful in delivering practical, well-crafted and interesting information to my readerships. I have no doubts whatsoever recommending their services to any company which is seeking to improve communications with their marketplace."
- John Legg, Editor, Furniture News
"AKA is a pleasure to work with. It consistently delivers on its promises on providing information and photographs about its clients and comes up with lots of different angles and topics that can be used for articles."
- Andrew Kidd, Editor, Interiors Monthly
"Professional, pragmatic and extremely creative, AKA has proven a real joy to work with over many, many years and, as an editor, I (and in turn my magazine's readers) have consistently benefited from the integrity and conscientious nature of every member of their team. In my opinion, AKA is one of the very best PR agencies in the industry."
- Richard Elford, former Editor, Retail and Professional Furnisher
Client Testimonials
"Public Relations is such a nightmare. So it was a great relief to find a PR company who not only knew the furnishing industry and had excellent contacts with the trade press, but also were quick to appreciate the needs of the FTBA. Friendly, efficient and pro-active, AKA has put the FTBA firmly on the trade's map."
- Jonathan Seddon Brown, retired chief executive, Furnishing Trades Benevolent Association
"We have been working with AKA for almost five years, and it has been integral to our original and continuing development. The team is highly motivated, professional and hard working, very versatile and accomodating, and are always there for a second (or third!) opinion on marketing issues."
- Tim Drake, Mandarina Silk
"Jessica and her team at AKA have worked diligently and effectively for us for the last five years. We would highly recommend them and they are nice to work with."
- Lesley Inman, Operations Manager, Edel Telenzo Carpets UK
"We have worked closely with AKA for the past three years and are absolutely delighted with the results and the way the company is now received by the trade at large - both by retailers and the end consumers. When you work with the best, you get the best results!"
- Peter Hewitt, Managing Director, Litmus Furniture and Wiemann UK
"A big thank you to the team at AKA for all its hard work over the past three years. Since we started working with them we have seen a significant lift in our business turnover and a great improvement to our image. AKA is an essential part of our success."
- Maurizio and Cinzia Bocchi, La Locanda Restaurant
