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Introducing

Hilary Collins

Managing Director, Founder, Big Wave PR

Hilary Collins is a Colchester-born PR specialist. She founded the award-winning, Big Wave PR agency in 2007 and has delivered a series of standout campaigns. She spearheaded Essex County Council’s #ThisisEssex, which challenged the Essex stereotype and gained support from local heroes, such as Essex-born novelist, Martina Cole and comedian, Ellie Taylor. Her work has grabbed national headlines, such as the 75th anniversary of D-Day, where over 300 veterans set sail to Normandy. Hilary is passionate about PR and puts creativity and engaging storytelling at the heart of everything.

Hilary Collins

Managing Director, Founder, Big Wave PR

“I was born and raised in Colchester, headed off to university, got a job in London, travelled the world, but decided to call Essex home. I love the vibrant nature of Essex; it has everything for me. I love being by the sea, but close to the city, I find it really inspiring. Essex has superfast connections to London and is close to national media hubs – perfect for running a PR firm. Essex is full of so much creative talent, we’re down to earth, warm friendly people, who work hard, dream big and make things happen!”