Strategic Public Affairs Services
Providing insight and ideas to help your organisation achieve its objectives
About Tim Wilson Associates
My Approach
My work encompasses public affairs, research and media relations. I take a 360-degree approach to meeting the client’s needs. Based in London and operating both in the UK and internationally, I have since April 2005 combined wide-ranging experience with a good pedigree of success.
Working closely with the client, I deliver a range of support, from high-quality one-off projects, through to providing integrated services on an ongoing basis.
I enjoy helping smaller organisations punch above their weight, as well as providing an outside perspective for larger organistions.
Flexible working methods and quality of delivery enable my clients to acquire the services of a highly experienced professional without the overheads of a large consultancy.
The success of this approach is shown by my having worked with several clients for over ten years.
Services
Strategic Overview of Public Affairs Activity
Dealing with Government and regulatory processes is crucial to affecting decisions which could impact hugely on your company or organisation. But navigating the system remains challenging for those who are not used to engaging with it day-to-day. I can give strategic advice and assistance in building reputation and brand awareness, in the form of a one-off review or ongoing high-level support. This work can include training and/or strategy workshops. I have worked with several clients this way, advising on how to meet their many policy goals and suggesting additional tools and techniques to help achieve them.
Research Projects
I have experience in both overseeing and carrying out research projects, both qualitative and quantitative. In terms of conducting research, I am specifically experienced in qualitative surveys, interviewing high-level opinion leaders and producing reports and presentations on the key insights and trends.
Interim Public Affairs / Lead Executive Support
I can provide interim support to run a public affairs operation or a small organisation, with particular experience in trade associations. Experience includes: Acting Managing Director of a creative industry trade body; paternity leave cover for the Executive Director of a broadcasting trade body; maternity leave cover for the public affairs director of a media trade organisation, during which I devised and carried out with the CEO a public affairs engagement programme following a relaunch.
Branding, Publications and Communications Tools
Rebranding: I have advised on organisations' rebranding, with a focus on ensuring effectiveness for public affairs activity. I have led on rebranding a small trade association, from renaming the organisation through to stakeholder outreach and media coverage.
Publications: Working where necessary with an experienced graphic designer, I am experienced in producing well-written and designed strategic plans; manifestos; annual reports; stakeholder bulletins; and detailed responses to Government, Parliamentary and regulatory consultations.
Board Positions
I am highly experienced in working with boards and holding board positions. I am currently an Independent EOT Trustee for an entertainment/media company and have previously served as an executive or non-executive director on several boards, including: a licensing organisation distributing quarterly multi-million-pound sums; a Government-funded organisation distributing c£1m annually; a creative industry trade organisation; and a charity providing TV production training to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Conferences and Panels
I have good experience of chairing and speaking on panels and at conferences. I have also used my knowledge and contacts to produce conference sessions, including at events such as the Radio Festival, GovKnow and the Wales Screen Summit.
Client Comments
Channel 4 TV Corporation
“Tim helped us manage and communicate with external stakeholders on a high profile regulatory project at Channel 4. He did so very effectively and it was a pleasure to work with him.”
BAA plc
"Tim Wilson was able to fit smoothly into our corporate affairs team - he is quick, accurate, and experienced."
Directors UK
“We needed someone to organise a major relationship-building campaign for us with key politicians and civil servants. Tim planned and executed the whole thing with great flair and diligence, putting us well and truly on the map.”
Radio Independents Group/AudioUK
“Tim’s work got our industry on the map with key policy audiences. He was instrumental in persuading the Government to finance the £1m-a-year Audio Content Fund, as well as increasing by 600% the BBC content available for competition from independent producers. He also led on rebranding our organisation to reflect the changing industry and, during the Covid-19 lockdowns, worked with Government to enable the continuation of audio production activity.”
PhonepayPlus
“Tim researched, wrote and presented to our Board a comprehensive and intelligent strategy for engaging stakeholders and decision makers on some key policy proposals. He met the brief perfectly.”