THE TEAM

Managing Director

Alexis has 20 years’ experience in communications and public policy and has headed up Counter Context for more than 10 years.

He has advised some of the world’s largest energy, property and healthcare companies on strategic engagement, corporate PR, stakeholder management and community consultation.

Alexis is also a founding Director of the Sheffield Property Association and also at Sheffield Chamber of Commerce.

Director

Harriet is an experienced strategic communications professional with almost ten years’ experience. During her time at Counter Context she has worked across numerous sectors, including city centre regeneration, residential development, waste and energy infrastructure and transport.

In her current role, Harriet designs and implements communications and PR programmes to support projects at all stages of development, but she is a recognised specialist in designing community and political engagement programmes needed to support sensitive and challenging planning applications.

Director

Leigh is an experienced communications professional having worked in both London and Sheffield in private-sector PR roles. Leigh has a deep understanding of local government and related bodies and was Deputy Leader of Sheffield City Council up to March 2017 leading on regeneration, planning and transport.

At Counter Context, Leigh leads on public policy and our work to support local government projects. He also advises clients on engagement with local authorities and national government.

Director

Associate Director

Tom works in our Energy and Utilities division. He supports clients delivering nationally significant and locally sensitive infrastructure projects.

With expertise in designing and delivering effective engagement strategies, Tom has contributed to a variety of projects across multiple sectors, including a secondment within HS2’s Phase 2b Engagement Team.

Tom joined Counter Context with a first-class degree in Economics and Politics and experience as an HM Treasury Economist.

Account Director

Senior Account Manager

Angelika joined Counter Context as an Account Executive in September 2021, having completed an MSc in Global Politics at the London School of Economics and Political Science.

Angelika specialises in politics, communications, and public affairs; having acquired a BA in Political Science at McGill University and worked as a news producer in the United States. Throughout, Angelika also honed significant planning, project management and creative strategy skill. Angelika has focused much of her past experience on the climate crisis, her expertise including domestic and international policy, sustainable development and effective climate communication strategies.

Account Manager

Lucy studied an undergraduate degree in BSc Geography at the University of Sheffield where she developed a strong interest in sustainability and renewable energy. Her passion stemmed from her role as the Environmental Officer at university and internship working as an Environmental Analyst for a carbon offset start-up company.

At Counter Context, Lucy supports the delivery of stakeholder management for a variety of projects within the Energy and Utilities industries.

Account Manager

Edward joined Counter Context in January 2022 as an Account Executive in the Energy & Utilities team. Prior to this, he studied politics at the University of Sheffield, focusing on the impacts of corporations in global industry, particularly within the green economy. He also focused on political communications, including a dissertation that looked at the impact of communication before and around the 2016 US Presidential Election.

Since leaving university, Edward has worked in the NHS, working on a variety of projects and developing his skills in stakeholder engagement and communications.

Account Executive

Caitlin joined Counter Context as an Account Executive in November 2023. Prior to this, Caitlin graduated from University College London with a BA in Politics and East European Studies and a Postgraduate Diploma in Security Studies. At university, Caitlin developed a keen interest in political communication and social policy.

At Counter Context, Caitlin uses the skills and knowledge acquired during the completion of her studies to support the delivery of communications and stakeholder management as part of the Energy & Utilities team.

Account Executive

Kate joined Counter Context in December 2023 as part of the Winter internship programme and as an Account Executive shortly after. 

Kate has an MA in International Journalism from the University of Leeds and a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Ethics from the University of Chichester. During her postgraduate studies she developed a keen interest in the spread, impact and management of mis- and disinformation, particularly within science communication. 

At Counter Context, Kate supports with stakeholder engagement and communications on a number of projects within the Energy & Utilities team.

Account Executive

Isaac joined Counter Context as an Account Executive in July 2024, graduating from the University of Sheffield with a BA in History and Politics the same year.

During his degree, he developed a strong interest in practical, public policy whilst being tutored by a former Downing Street Special Advisor. Alongside his studies, he managed media and communications for a pharmaceutical management consultancy in Sheffield and organised a student volunteering project, delivering basic lessons in politics and current affairs to Key Stage Two pupils in the local area. 

At Counter Context, Isaac focuses on consultation analysis and support the communications and stakeholder management side of the Energy & Utilities team.

Account Executive

Arnica joined Counter Context in 2024 after completing a Bachelor of Communication and Digital Journalism at Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia, Canada. She focused her degree in media and adventure studies, where she found a passion for purposeful public relations. Throughout her studies, Arnica honed her skills, focusing on public relations within sustainable development and tourism operations.

At Counter Context, Arnica uses her unique background to support the delivery of communications and stakeholder management for various projects within the Energy and Utilities team.

Account Executive

Leah joined Counter Context in June 2024 through the summer internship program and was promoted to Account Executive shortly after. She holds a BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Salford, located in Media City, and has gained experience working with both local and national broadcasters. Driven by a deep commitment to humanitarian causes, Leah has frequently focused her work on charitable organisations and community support initiatives.

Leah is passionate about engaging with diverse audiences, and she leverages her extensive communication skills to contribute to the Energy and Utilities team at Counter Context. Her work supports stakeholder management and communications across various projects, ensuring effective and meaningful connections with the public.

Account Executive

Oscar joined Counter Context as an Account Executive in July 2024, having graduated in 2022 with a BA in Politics.

Prior to this Oscar had worked with schools, MPs and councillors to relaunch and run Reading Youth Council, utilising social media to boost outreach and youth engagement, before going on to serve as President of his university’s Labour society. Oscar focused on political sociology, marketability and philosophy as part of his degree.

At Counter Context, Oscar supports in communications, analysis and the creation of client materials, including using his expertise as a writer to proof read.