Claire Blackshaw

Background

About Claire Blackshaw

A seasoned public relations and marketing communications professional with a strategic and creative approach to both external and internal communications. Established track record in the private sector, with a particular focus on luxury hospitality, complemented by roles across the third sector — specifically in publicly funded heritage organisations — and the public sector, including central government and defence. Brings a forward-thinking mindset and the ability to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments, and considers communications solutions in a holistic and integrated manner. Takes an audience-centric, outcomes-driven approach that is aligned with organisational goals, and applies an effects-based methodology that balances creativity with precision to deliver measurable, meaningful results. Commercially astute, with a clear focus on maximising return on investment (ROI) across all communications activity. Listed in the PRWeek UK Power Book 2025 as one of the top 10 in-house professionals in Luxury Hospitality, Food & Drink. Committed to supporting women in business, nurturing emerging talent, and contributing to a communications industry that’s dynamic, inclusive, and a force for good in the world.