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Claire Brown
Claire Brown is a proficient communicator and develops and implements effective marketing strategies with a thorough understanding of the equestrian industry.
Qualifications
Claire graduated with an equine business degree and completed a post graduate certificate in equine science. In 2014 she became a member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations and completed their Advanced Certificate. She has also gained certificates in Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing and Digital Copywriting.
Experience
Claire has been fortunate to have undertaken a range of projects for some incredible businesses and organisations – both within the UK and aboard – from establishing new products within the market place, creating an engaged social media presence, building e-commerce websites and managing advertising to writing feature magazine content, collaborating with equine welfare organisations and developing dialogue with regulatory bodies – gaining breadth of experience.
Claire launched the Forge & Farrier website in 2005 which fast became recognized worldwide. Forge & Farrier was sold to the British Farriers and Blacksmiths Association in 2020, following 15 successful (and award-wining!) years. Claire worked on a freelance basis as Forge PR, prior to incorporating the PR and marketing service into N R Brown Farriers Ltd in 2024.
Commitment to ongoing education
Critical to this fast paced and ever-evolving business environment, Claire is committed to ensuring that her skills and knowledge are up to date so that she can continue to offer the best advice and service possible. Her commitment to ongoing education is evidenced by gaining CIPR Accredited Practitioner status in 2023.
In 2024 Claire became a higher education lecturer, a new role which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. She offers real-life experience, underpinned by academic theory.
A wider team
Claire enjoys working with an established team of talented and trusted professionals in graphic design, websites, photography, filming and printing which enables her to provide a complete service. Alternatively, she can dovetail into your business and work with your existing contacts. Working collaboratively and sharing experience and inspiration provides different skills and a better return.
