Stepping Into History: Our Silk Road Challenge

In May, we embarked on another ambitious journey as part of our annual Spark Steps Challenge, this time tracing the legendary Silk Road. Our goal? To collectively walk 4,000 miles, following the ancient trade route from Chang’an, China, all the way to Istanbul.

The Silk Road was more than just a...

Top spots for journalist briefings near Spark’s London HQ

Finding the right spot for a journalist briefing can be trickier than it sounds. You want somewhere relatively quiet, with space to talk, and ideally with decent food and drink. But the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all. A quick coffee with a trade journalist calls for a very different setting...

Client Spotlight: Video Q&A with Amanda Finch from CIISec - Part 2

In the second part of our video series with Amanda Finch, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec), Amanda reflects on how PR has helped the organisation.

From building media visibility in top-tier outlets like the BBC, Mirror, and Raconteur, to creating thought leadership...

Client Spotlight: Video Q&A with Amanda Finch from CIISec - Part 1

In part one of this two-part video series, we speak with Amanda Finch FCIIS, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec), about the organisation’s work supporting both individuals and organisations across the cybersecurity profession.

As CIIsec’s PR and content agency, it has b...

Walking the Silk Road: 4,000 Miles for Global Connection

With the dark winter months behind us, we’re getting outside for some exercise for Spark’s latest steps challenge.

Hot on the heels of last year’s event where we walked 10 million steps in solidarity with NHS A&E staff, this year we are setting off along the Silk Road. For a virtual steps chall...