Bonfire co-founder joins board of SEMLEP

Stephen Judge, co-founder of Bonfire, has been appointed a board director for the South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership (SEMLEP).  Stephen is one of six private sector directors to be selected for the role, alongside nine public sector representatives.

The South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership brings together businesses, universities and colleges, community groups, social enterprises and local government in Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Luton, Milton Keynes, Cherwell and Aylesbury Vale. Together these partners are working closely with Government to support inward investment, innovation, economic growth, new enterprise and job creation.

Dr. Ann Limb, SEMLEP Chair, said: “These private sector appointments represent a wide range of experience, business size, sector and geographic distribution across the SEMLEP area and will complement a board already distinguished by the calibre and commitment of its public sector directors.”

“All the directors and I will work with businesses, communities and citizens throughout the region to establish SEMLEP as one of the most industrious, inclusive, innovative local enterprise partnerships in the country.”

Who says fire and water cant mix?

logo1We’re pleased to announce that Waterhouse Design has joined us at Bonfire! Waterhouse, a web and graphic design company from Toddington has become part of the team, combining over 35 years of trading history for the benefit of all of our clients.

Established in 1987 by Mark Burley and Norma Congreve, Waterhouse has boasted many blue chip and public sector clients, including Whitbread, InBev, Mölnlycke, Willmott Dixon Group, Raven Housing and Central Bedfordshire Council.  By bringing together the two companies, services will be bolstered in the key areas of brand evolution, research, campaign planning, digital marketing, copywriting and creative design.

Adding Waterhouse supports both of our growth strategies and adds to our already expanding team. Waterhouse brings a wealth of experience, especially in the public sector, and a long established reputation. We are committed to ensuring Waterhouse’s loyal customer base will continue to receive a high level of personalised service through our dedicated client services team.

Another bright spark joins Bonfire!

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Julia Thomas as a senior account manager. Julia joins us following four years at Cygnus Associates in Northants and nine years at Bedfordshire agency, Church.

Julia brings with her a wealth of account management experience, especially in the FMCG space, working with leading brands including MöVENPICK ice cream and 15 years working with Cereal Partners UK.

A graphic design graduate from the University of Northumberland, Julia also brings an understanding of how the Bonfire studio works.

In her spare time, Julia can be found running the streets around her home in preparation for the Sandy 10 Mile Race. We’ll be supporting her!