About

We use our skill, experience and tenacity to succeed, to look at challenges from different perspectives, to create solutions that add value to our client’s businesses, working with them to ensure that their goals are achieved. Red Blaze offer a range of solutions aimed at solving real and practical challenges in areas of Performance Improvement, Incentives, Motivation and Communication.
We are able to provide end to end solutions that deliver peace of mind, starting with initial concepts through solution development to planning and implementation. Our business to business solutions are individually tailored to address the specific requirements of the client brief.

Our Team

Stephen Pope
Background before agency life and since joining
A long time ago in a Galaxy far far away… I worked for Mars (confectioner) so FMCG sales till then and a “full on” agency man since
Bucket List Must Do
Cycle across North America (in the summer of course) or John O’Groats to Lands End ( as I have cycled it South to North but want to see if it’s easier down hill) 🙂
Love/Hates
LOVES – Cycling, Travelling and generally keeping active – There’s always something to do 🙂
HATES – Indecisiveness and prevarication (I think – leave that one with me for a while) 🙂
Favourite Destination to date
Cape Town always a firm favourite; The Trident in Port Antonio in Jamaica – check it out – believe me, it’s an amazing spot

Peter Jackson
Background before agency life and since joining
That was a long time ago…. I originate from the car industry working for Austin Morris and Volkswagen Audi
Bucket List Must Do
Drive along the Amalfi Coast in a white soft top Bentley with my wife and stay at the fabulous Hotel Caruso and drink Prosecco overlooking the spectacular coastline from the hotel’s infinity pool
Love/Hates
LOVES – the opportunity I have to work with some amazing, generous and extremely professional people from around the world
HATES – short-sighted and inept management that place frontline staff under needless pressure by cutting corners
Favourite Destination to date
Bit like music, it is as the mood takes me, however, I am sure Cape Town, Vancouver or Lake Taupo on the North Island of New Zealand would bound to be in there somewhere

Leanne Wilson
Background before agency life and since joining
A totally different career from where I am now. I worked in London for 10 years in the Retail industry. First as a Buyers Assistant at Debenhams Head Office, then after a stint of travelling to Canada and Australia, I worked at the National Gallery as a Merchandise & Procurement Buyer. The usual story… got married, had kids and 8 years ago we upped and moved from Kent to Gloucestershire where I began an alternative career within the Event Industry (which I love)!
Bucket List Must Do
To take my family to some of the fantastic places which I have visited through work – and do it in the 5star luxury that I’ve got used to!
Love/Hates
LOVES – OBVIOUSLY, I love my 3 teenage kids!!! Although it does cause me to be rather loud in the office as I do tend to shout a lot – habits of bringing my home life into work-life!
HATES – Arrogance
Favourite Destination to date
I have been to many beautiful places and seen iconic views – but for me, you can’t beat the coastline of Cornwall on a crisp sunny morning with my family and dogs

Hannah Thomas
Background before agency life and since joining
I started my working life as a hotel receptionist and then moved on to become a reservations agent. From there I spent a few years within the audiovisual industry and onto a management consultancy for 8 years. My love for events has always been at the forefront so when an opportunity came up to join Red Blaze, I couldn’t resist.
Bucket List Must Do
I love motorsport so I’d love to watch as many different events as possible such as the Indy500, 24 Hours of Le Mans, Geneva Motor show, Pikes Peak Hillclimb…the list goes on
Love/Hates
LOVES – Chocolate, Chocolate and More Chocolate!
HATES -Bad customer service
Favourite Destination to date
It may be a cliché but I love the countryside and nature so it has to be where I live in the Wye Valley. The views from Symonds Yat Rock are simply stunning and always changing with the weather and seasons.

Andy Burke
Background before agency life and since joining
I have been designing for over 20 years. Working within a variety of differing businesses, including the NHS, post production for tv, conference and events and producing websites and branding.
Love/Hates
LOVES – Paddle Boarding on the Devon Coast, Cooking and of course my daughter!
HATES -Comic Sans!
Favourite Destination to date
Sydney, Australia

Gaby Pugh
Background before agency life and since joining
When I joined Red Blaze, I was fresh out of university after completing a degree in Events Management!
Bucket List Must Do
A game safari in SA or Kenya to experience the animals in their natural habitat!
Love/Hates
Loves – All things animals and travel!
Hates – Odd Numbers!
Favourite Destination to date
Carcassonne, France on a summers day
The Swiss Alps in the winter

Helen Anderson
Background before agency life and since joining
I have been a ski instructor for the past twelve years working within the Austria Alps with UK Schools. My love for the mountains and delivering excellent customer experiences during these trips led me to Red Blaze. Now I am a Project Support Executive, helping the team bring client’s visions to life.
Bucket List Must Do
A road trip with my husband around America to watch American Football followed by sundowners in Seattle then up to Canada to photograph wild bears.
Love/Hates
LOVES When people go the extra mile with the small things, it really makes the difference and helps people feel seen.
HATES Unwillingness to resolve problems, links in with my love when someone moves heaven and water to provide a solution.
Favourite Destination to date
Paris with my husband hold a special place for us as he proposed…. Just after we got back! Also, Queenstown with my Dad, I had just spent almost 2 months travelling alone. I met Dad in Sydney airport and we travelled New Zealand together, the views were breath taking.

Jessica Adshead-Smith
Background before agency life and since joining
I’ve had a pretty diverse career/lifestyle before entering the world of events as I for several years trained to become a dressage rider and producer of dressage/sports horses! I met some amazing contacts along the way and learned the true meaning of grafting! My career so far alongside several hospitality/bar jobs definitely contributed massively towards my people skills. You can always find me chatting and laughing.
Bucket List Must Do
To travel more of the world, see more of my favourite artists live and to continue to excel in my sports.
Love/Hates
LOVES – Gin, music, cheese jokes, horses, Crossfit, my son and of course my German Shepherd best friend
HATES -Pessimists!
Favourite Destination to date
I’m lucky to live in my favourite place, The Cotswolds! Overseas would have to be somewhere in the mountains such as Switzerland or a beautiful city such as Barcelona

Nitasha Gaydon
Background before agency life and since joining
Lived in South Africa and being exposed to the wonderful wildlife, vibrant cultures and beauty of Africa, my travels then lead me to England where I have spent over 10 years in hospitality. I really enjoyed my previous role as an events manager and I’m now part of the Red Blaze family where I get to do what I love!
Bucket List Must Do
Live life to the fullest, explore new countries, try new cuisines and make unforgettable memories with my husband.
Love/Hates
LOVES – Donuts, Prosecco, Music, Cats, the list goes on...
HATES – Marmite and mushrooms
Favourite Destination to date
Drakensburg mountains with the most spectacular views!